Payroll Specialist

We are Progress (Nasdaq: PRGS) - the trusted provider of software that enables our customers to develop, deploy and manage responsible, AI-powered applications and experiences with agility and ease.   We’re proud to have a diverse, global team where we value the individual and enrich our culture by considering varied perspectives because we believe people power progress. Join us a Payroll Specialist and help us do what we do best: propelling business forward.  This will be a role working out of your home office in the United States.
We are seeking a Payroll Specialist to support the accurate and timely processing of payroll for a multistate workforce. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented professional who is building deeper expertise in payroll operations and compliance. The Payroll Specialist will perform core payroll functions using established procedures, contribute to data accuracy and audit readiness, and collaborate with cross-functional teams. This role operates with moderate guidance and solves a range of straightforward payroll issues while continuing to build expertise in payroll systems, processes, and regulations.

In this role, you will: 

• Process payroll transactions, including regular pay, overtime, bonuses, commissions, and deductions, in accordance with established timelines and procedures
• Review and validate payroll data for accuracy; identify and resolve discrepancies using standard practices
• Maintain employee payroll records and ensure data integrity across systems
• Support compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations by applying established policies and guidelines
• Partner with HR, Finance, and IT to support payroll-related processes and data alignment
• Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll in a timely and service-oriented manner
• Assist with payroll audits, reporting, and documentation requests
• Support year-end payroll activities (e.g., W-2 preparation) under guidance
• Contribute to process improvements by identifying inefficiencies and recommending enhancements within defined scope

Your background: 

• 2–4 years of payroll or related experience (accounting, HR operations, or finance preferred)
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• Experience with payroll systems such as ADP Workforce Now, Workday, or similar
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data validation techniques
• Foundational understanding of payroll processes and basic compliance requirements
• Familiarity with multistate payroll concepts preferred but not required
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Effective problem-solving using established procedures
• Clear communication skills for responding to employee and stakeholder inquiries
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• High level of discretion with sensitive employee data

If this sounds like you and fits your experience and career goals, we’d be happy to chat.   

What we offer in return is the opportunity to experience a great company culture with wonderful colleagues to learn from and collaborate with and also to enjoy:  

• Medical, dental, vision, life & disability, and financial benefits (including 401(k) retirement savings plan. Tuition Reimbursement program. Additional voluntary benefits including crucial illness/hospital indemnity, identity theft protection, auto & home insurance, legal, and pet insurance. 
• Competitive salary, bonus, and best-in-class Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP) with a 27-month lookback
• Flexible paid vacation time, paid day off for your birthday, and company holidays. A variety of leave plans, including Parental Leave.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and an employee well-being program focusing on physical, mental, and financial health. 

Together, We Make Progress

Progress is an inclusive workplace where opportunities to succeed are available to everyone. As a multicultural company serving a global community, we encourage a wide range of points of view and celebrate our diverse backgrounds. Our unique combination of perspectives inspires innovation, connects us to our customers and positively affects our communities. It is only by working together and learning from each other that we make Progress. Join us!