[Hiring] Payroll Operations Specialist REMOTE USA
Position: Payroll Operations Specialist
Date Posted: March 13, 2026
Industry: Technology / DevSecOps / Payroll Operations
Employment Type: Full Time
Experience: Experience in end-to-end payroll processing and payroll operations projects in a multi-country environment
Qualification: Estimated Qualification like Bachelor Degree holder, Diploma/Degree/Certificate in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, or related field
Location: United States (Remote)
Company: GitLab
Description:
GitLab, a leading DevSecOps platform trusted by over 50 million users and 50% of the Fortune 100, is seeking a Payroll Operations Specialist to support accurate and compliant payroll operations for team members across multiple countries. This role is ideal for detail-oriented professionals who can bridge technical solutions and business needs, ensuring efficient payroll processing, system testing, and data integrity.
The selected candidate will play a key role in global payroll initiatives, including testing system implementations, supporting payroll-impacting projects, conducting reconciliations between payroll and accounting records, and providing backup support during absences. Working closely with People, Benefits, Accounting, and Operations teams, the Payroll Operations Specialist ensures seamless payroll operations while maintaining compliance and enhancing the overall team member experience.
Key Responsibilities
• Support global payroll-impacting projects and drive change management for improved efficiency and accuracy
• Lead payroll testing for system upgrades, process changes, and integrations, documenting results clearly
• Collaborate with People, Benefits, Accounting, and Operations teams to align requirements, timelines, and deliverables
• Conduct reconciliations of payroll and accounting records to identify variances and define remediation plans
• Maintain and enhance payroll data integrity across systems and tools
• Provide proactive communication and guidance to internal partners on payroll processes, impacts, and timelines
• Support end-to-end payroll processing coverage during long-term absences to ensure continuity and compliance
Requirements
• Proven experience in end-to-end payroll processing and payroll operations in a multi-country environment
• Practical knowledge of payroll accounting, including reconciling payroll and general ledger data
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets; ability to quickly learn new tools and systems
• Strong written and verbal communication skills to explain complex payroll processes to team members and vendors
• Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines
• Familiarity with tools such as Workday, ADP, Papaya, MacOS, Google Docs, Google Sheets, and Google Forms
• Demonstrated accountability, customer service focus, and collaborative teamwork
• Openness to learning, adapting to process changes, and applying transferable skills from related payroll, accounting, or operations roles
About the Team
The Global Payroll team ensures accurate, compliant, and timely payroll for GitLab team members worldwide. As a fully remote, distributed team, they collaborate across time zones using shared documentation and workflows to maintain reliable operations. The team focuses on refining payroll systems, reconciliations, and controls while supporting business changes to provide consistent and dependable payroll services.
Benefits
• Comprehensive benefits supporting health, finances, and well-being
• Flexible Paid Time Off
• Team Member Resource Groups
• Equity Compensation & Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Growth and Development Fund
• Parental leave
• Home office support
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