Payroll Specialist

About Anaconda

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With more than 45 million users, Anaconda is the most popular operating system for AI providing access to the foundational open-source Python packages used in modern AI, data science, and machine learning through a seamless platform. We pioneered the use of Python for data science, championed its vibrant community, and continue to steward open-source projects that make tomorrow’s innovations possible. Our enterprise-grade solutions enable corporate, research, and academic institutions around the world to harness the power of open source for competitive advantage, groundbreaking research, and a better world. To learn more visit https://www.anaconda.com.

Here is why people love most about working here: We’re not just a company, we’re part of a movement. Our dedicated employees and user community are democratizing data science and creating and promoting open-source technologies for a better world, and our commercial offerings make it possible for enterprise users to leverage the most innovative output from open source in a secure, governed way.

Summary

Anaconda is seeking a talented Payroll Specialist to join our rapidly-growing company. This is an excellent opportunity for you to leverage your experience and skills and apply it to the world of data science, artificial intelligence, and machine learning. This role requires a high degree of professionalism, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, global environment.

What You’ll Do:

• Work closely with the People and Finance departments to process payroll for employees in multiple countries.  
• Work with agencies on international payroll 
• Calculate wages and other compensation components, including equity-based awards.
• Manage multi-currency payroll, including handling exchange rate complexities.
• Handle garnishments, benefits deductions, and other special payroll adjustments
• Act as the primary point of contact for employee payroll inquiries.
• Ensure payroll complies with international, federal, and local tax laws and labor regulations.
• Prepare and file payroll tax reports, including quarterly and annual filings.
• Support audits related to workers' compensation, 401(k), and other benefits, ensuring accurate reporting and compliance.
• Create and implement policies and procedures for interdepartmental processes around onboarding, off-boarding, variable compensation, etc.
• Maintain a current and accurate view of global headcount costing with an overlay of hiring requisitions.

What You Need:

• 5+ years managing global payroll for 500+ employees across multiple countries.
• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or equivalent certifications are a plus.
• Proficiency in global payroll systems and intermediate Excel skills.
• Deep understanding of US and international tax laws, labor laws, and statutory reporting requirements.
• Exceptional problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills. Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a global team.
• Team attitude: “I am not done until WE are done”
• Embody our core values:     
• • Great People
  • Great Product
  • Great Performance
• Care deeply about fostering an environment where people of all backgrounds and experiences can flourish 

What Will Make You Stand Out:

• Experience with Rippling
• Experience with Optum for HSA/FSA administration.
• Familiarity with managing payroll for employees in a global company setting.
• Experience working in a fast-paced startup environment
• Experience working in an open-source, AI, or data science-oriented company

Why You'll Like Working Here:

• Unique opportunity to translate strong open-source adoption and user enthusiasm into commercial product growth
• Dynamic company that rewards high-performers
• On the cutting edge of enterprise application of data science, machine learning, and AI
• Collaborative team environment that values multiple persp