Payroll Lead

Caylent is a cloud native services company that helps organizations bring the best out of their people and technology using Amazon Web Services (AWS). We provide a full-range of AWS services including: workload migrations & modernization, cloud native application development, DevOps, data engineering, security & compliance and everything in between. At Caylent, our people always come first.

We are a fully remote global company with employees in Canada, the United States and Latin America. We celebrate the culture of each of our team members and foster a community of technological curiosity. Come talk to us to learn more about what it means to be a Caylien!

The Mission

We are seeking a talented and detail-oriented Payroll Lead to join our growing Accounting team. The ideal candidate will bring a collaborative spirit, strong interpersonal skills, and a passion for optimizing payroll operations. You will be instrumental in ensuring accurate and compliant payroll processing while contributing to the overall efficiency and success of the organization.

Your Assignment

• Oversee payroll processing for the US region, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Manage 401(k) benefits and related compliance tasks.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations and laws.
• Collaborate closely with HR and Finance teams to align payroll practices with organizational goals.
• Stay informed on industry trends and integrate emerging payroll technologies into workflows.
• Analyze payroll data to provide actionable insights for financial planning and decision-making.
• Lead payroll audits, resolve discrepancies, and maintain accurate records through data-driven analysis.

Your Qualifications

• 5 to 7 years of experience in payroll operations, accounting or other related fields.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently
• Experience with Rippling HRIS.
• Knowledge of multi-state compliance and regulations.
• Understanding of U.S. benefits and compliance requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting or Human Resources
• A collaborative and proactive mindset.
• A passion for continuous improvement in payroll systems and processes.
• A dedication to accuracy and compliance in all payroll-related tasks.
• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) a plus

Benefits

• Medical Insurance for you and eligible dependents
• 401k plan with company match up to 4% and immediate vesting
• Company stock option plan
• Company issued laptop
• Dental and Vision insurance
• Term Disability Insurance
• Term Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Equipment & Office Stipend
• Annual stipend for Learning and Development
• Unlimited Paid Time Off
• 10 Paid Holidays

NOTE: We are unable to provide sponsorship for this position.

Caylent is a place where everyone belongs. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Our approach helps us to build a winning team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and abilities. So, regardless of how your diversity expresses itself, you can find a home here at Caylent.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, veteran status, genetic information, disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. If you would like to request an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at [email protected].