Payroll & Finance Transformation Analyst - Remote

About the Role

We are seeking a Payroll & Finance Transformation Analyst - Remote to join our dynamic team at Oyster. This role is pivotal in automating and scaling multi-country payroll processes. You will work with real payroll data, document complex logic, and collaborate with Finance, Payroll, Product, and Engineering teams to drive full automation.

What You'll Do

• Align payroll calculations with accounting, tax, and compliance requirements.
• Process and validate structured input data (salary, bonuses, leave) to ensure accurate payroll runs.
• Inspect and analyze payroll data, flagging and escalating any inconsistencies.
• Define and document operational requirements for technical implementation.
• Map product features to payroll workflows, ensuring seamless integration.
• Translate manual payroll logic into structured rules that can be automated.
• Perform user testing of new features to ensure operational edge cases are covered.
• Support the documentation and improvement of payroll workflows and edge cases.
• Identify repetitive tasks that could be standardized or automated.
• Contribute to the creation of scalable logic and templates for multi-country payroll.
• Use Alteryx to automate payroll workflows, reduce manual work, and improve data accuracy.
• Communicate clearly and professionally with internal stakeholders (Finance, Product, Engineering, Ops).
• Help track open items, missing data, or blockers across cross-functional teams.
• Take ownership of smaller deliverables and follow up with the right people to resolve issues.
• Be proactive, organized, and eager to contribute to a high-performing, globally distributed team.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in finance, accounting, or data roles, focusing on automating manual processes.
• Hands-on experience with data transformation tools like Alteryx or similar automation platforms.
• Familiarity with payroll systems and how payroll intersects with accounting, tax, and compliance.
• Strong understanding of core financial and payroll concepts (e.g., gross vs. net, statutory deductions, benefits).
• Experience working in fast-paced, innovative environments.
• Proficiency in SQL, Looker, or other BI tools.
• Experience with process mapping and workflow optimization.
• Strong analytical mindset and attention to detail.
• Educational background in Finance, Accounting, Business, or Data (or equivalent practical experience).
• Strong proficiency in Excel or Google Sheets; familiarity with structured data is a plus.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks, and follow through on deadlines.

Nice to Have

• Experience in a remote work environment.
• Knowledge of international payroll regulations.
• Familiarity with additional data analysis tools.

What We Offer

• 40 days off per year (including holidays and vacation).
• Mental health support through Plumm.
• Wellbeing allowance for various expenses.
• Flexible parental leave policy.
• WFH stipend for home office equipment.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth.