Senior Payroll Analyst

New York City, United StatesHybrid

Responsibilities

Manage multi-state tax compliance across all 34 active states including new-hire reporting, SUI/SIT registration, local tax setup, and year-end W-2/T4 processing.
Administer Canadian payroll in compliance with federal and provincial
Identify, document, and lead process improvement initiatives that increase accuracy, reduce manual effort, and scale with company growth - you’ll be expected to leave each process better than you found it.
Support payroll audits, internal controls reviews, and SOX-adjacent compliance activities as the company moves toward an IPO-ready finance posture.
Monitor regulatory changes in federal, state/provincial, and local tax law and proactively flag impacts to the team.

As the team behind Next.js, v0, and AI SDK, we create products that help builders move from idea to production with speed, security, and exceptional developer experience.
Hands-on proficiency with ADP Workforce Now (WFN); you know it deeply, not just surface-level. •
Experience with Workday as an HRIS, including integration data flows between Workday and a payroll processor. Demonstrated
Meticulous attention to detail paired with the ability to prioritize in a fast-moving environment.
CPP (Certified Payroll Professional) or PCP (Payroll Compliance Practitioner) certification or aspirations to get certified. •
Experience with equity administration platforms (Carta, Morgan Stanley/Shareworks) and their payroll tax implications.
Familiarity with global payroll vendors or PEO structures for EMEA or APAC populations. •

4 - 7 years of payroll experience, with at least 3 years handling multi-state US payroll at scale (1,000+ employees).

We are building the platform for that future, trusted by companies like OpenAI, PayPal, Ramp, Supreme, and millions of developers worldwide .
benefits contributions before each pay run.
Partner with HR, Total Rewards, and Finance to process payroll changes including new hires, terminations, LOAs, equity compensation events, and off-cycle payments.
A track record of owning and shipping process automations & improvementsStrong grasp of US payroll tax concepts: federal withholding, FICA, SUI/SIT, imputed income, supplemental wages, and equity-related taxation (RSUs, NSOs, ISOs).
Exposure to pre-IPO or high-growth tech environments. Bonus If You:
Competitive compensation package, including equity.
Inclusive Healthcare Package.
Learn and Grow - we provide mentorship and send you to events that help you build your network and skills. Flexible Time Off.
The San Francisco, CA base pay range for this role is $100,000 - $120,000.
Actual salary will be based on job-related skills, experience, and location.
Compensation outside of San Francisco may be adjusted based on employee location.
The total compensation package may include benefits, equity-based compensation, and eligibility for a company bonus or variable pay program depending on the role.

Vercel is the agentic infrastructure company. We free people and agents to ship what’s next.
For more than a decade, Vercel has shaped how the web is built.
Now, software is entering a new era, and the next generation of products will not just be used by people. They will be built, extended, and operated by agents.
Whether you’re building our products, supporting our customers, growing our community, or shaping our story, you’ll help define what comes next. About the Role:
As a Senior Payroll Analyst, you’ll be a critical engine keeping our global payroll running accurately and on time. This isn’t a role for someone who wants to maintain the status quo.
You’ll own multi-jurisdiction payroll execution across 34 US states and Canada, drive continuous process improvements, and serve as a key partner to HR, Finance, and Legal as we scale.
This role collaborates closely with People Operations and Accounting.
If you’re based within a pre-determined commuting distance of one of our offices (SF, NY, London, or Berlin), the role includes in-office anchor days on Monday, Tuesday, and Friday.
If you're located beyond that distance, the role is fully remote.
For location-specific details, please connect with our recruiting team. What You Will Do: