- Location
- Work From Home OR, United States of America
- Workplace
- Remote
- Department
- Finance
- Experience
- 1+ years
- Closing date
- Today
- Source
- Workday
Description
Futures start here. Where first steps, new friendships, and confident learners are born. At KinderCare Learning Companies, the first and only early childhood education provider recognized with the Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award, we offer a variety of early education and child care options for families. Whether it’s KinderCare Learning Centers, Champions, or Crème de la Crème, we build confidence for kids, families, and the future we share. And we want you to join us in shaping it—in neighborhoods, at work, and in schools nationwide.
At KinderCare Learning Companies, you’ll use your skills and expertise to support the work (and fun) that happens in our sites and centers every day. From marketers and strategists to financial analysts and data engineers, and so much more, we’re all passionate about crafting a world where children, families, and organizations can thrive.
As a Payroll Specialist I, you’ll play an integral role in supporting payroll processing in the Workday ERP, assisting employees with payroll-related questions and helping to identify opportunities to maximize efficiencies and contribute to meaningful payroll projects.
Responsibilities:
• Help process biweekly and weekly payroll for 45,000 employees in Workday
• Review payroll data for completeness and accuracy, ensuring compliance with company policies and federal, state, and local regulations
• Support payroll processing activities including off-cycle payments, retroactive adjustments, and final pay calculations
• Answer payroll related questions in Service Now, email and Slack, providing professional and timely customer service
• Maintain confidentiality of employee payroll and personal information while adhering to data privacy standards
• Participate in Workday system testing, process improvements, and the implementation of new payroll functionality as needed, while documenting payroll procedures and maintaining accurate process documentation
Qualifications:
• 1+ year experience with payroll processing required
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting strict payroll deadlines
• Ability to collaborate and provide support in a team environment while demonstrating strong communication and customer service skill s
• Knowledge of federal and state tax and wage and hour laws
• Strong attention to detail with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Workday experience preferred
Our benefits meet you where you are. We’re here to help our employees navigate the integration of work and life:
- Know your whole family is supported with discounted child care benefits.
- Breathe easy with medical, dental, and vision benefits for your family (and pets, too!).
- Feel supported in your mental health and personal growth with employee assistance programs.
- Feel great and thrive with access to health and wellness programs, paid time off and discounts for work necessities, such as cell phones.
- … and much more.
We operate research-backed, accredited, and customizable programs in more than 2,000 sites and centers across 40 states and the District of Columbia. As we expand, we’re matching the needs of more and more families, dynamic work environments, and diverse communities from coast to coast. Because we believe every family deserves access to high-quality child care, no matter who they are or where they live. Every day, you’ll help bring this mission to life by building community and delivering exceptional experiences. And if you’re anything like us, you’ll come for the work, and stay for the people.
KinderCare Learning Companies is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law.
