Payroll Implementation Specialist - Remote Opportunity

About the Role

We are looking for a Payroll Implementation Specialist to join our team at Oyster. This remote position allows you to work from anywhere while playing a crucial role in our Global Payroll Centre of Excellence. As a Payroll Implementation Specialist, you will be the primary contact for our expanding global customer base, ensuring timely and accurate payroll processing. Your expertise will be pivotal in configuring payroll systems according to client requirements and ensuring compliance with local regulations.

What You'll Do

• Collaborate with stakeholders and clients to support the implementation of new customer payrolls.
• Assist in creating, updating, and tracking project plans for the successful roll-out of Global Payroll solutions across various countries.
• Participate in internal and external client calls to collect and document payroll requirements.
• Guide customers through technical payroll implementation tasks.
• Support management of scope changes and delivery timelines as needed.
• Assist in configuring interfaces, reports, and system configurations for parallel and live payroll runs.
• Support payroll data migration activities from legacy systems to new payroll platforms.
• Help execute testing plans and escalate system issues to ensure a smooth transition.
• Document client-specific needs and support project sign-off with customers.
• Track and ensure data quality and accuracy for at least two months post-migration.
• Serve as the main point of contact for customers’ payroll project queries.
• Prepare and share regular status updates, and escalate issues as needed.

Requirements

• 3+ years of payroll processing experience with a good understanding of payroll principles and benefits administration.
• 3+ years of experience supporting payroll implementation or system transitions.
• Understanding of payroll migration and system implementation processes.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to structure and deadlines.
• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail in data handling.
• Project management experience and ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Experience working with internal and/or external stakeholders.
• Proficient in Excel and Google Sheets; able to use formulas and organize data.
• Familiarity with BI tools (such as Looker) is a bonus.

Nice to Have

• Experience with Alteryx.
• Experience with payroll operations in more than one country.

What We Offer

• Work from anywhere: Oyster has no borders or HQ.
• Enjoy 40 days off per year, including holidays and vacation.
• Mental health support through our well-being service.
• Wellbeing allowance for various options.
• Flexible parental leave with job protection.
• Stipend for your laptop and home office equipment.

Join us as a Payroll Implementation Specialist and help drive our global payroll operations forward. This remote role offers the chance to contribute to a company that values diversity and inclusion, and is committed to creating a more equal world.