Block is one company built from many blocks, all united by the same purpose of economic empowerment. The blocks that form our foundational teams - People, Finance, Counsel, Hardware, Information Security, Platform Infrastructure Engineering, and more - provide support and guidance at the corporate level. They work across business groups and around the globe, spanning time zones and disciplines to develop inclusive People policies, forecast finances, give legal counsel, safeguard systems, nurture new initiatives, and more. Every challenge creates possibilities, and we need different perspectives to see them all. Bring yours to Block.
The Role
The Global Payroll Analyst is a non-exempt position that can be based in Oakland, CA, at one of our other office locations, or full-time remote. Reporting to the US Payroll Manager, this position is responsible for supporting global payroll administration across multiple countries with a US focus, providing solution recommendations, and coordinating payroll project management. The role will also assist with global year-end activities and serve as a key resource for global payroll matters.
You Will
- Payroll Administration: Manage and run payroll for US entities, along with at least 1-3 international entities from start to finish. Leverage AI tools to find ways to enhance processing efficiency
- Payroll Analytics: Provide payroll analytics and service reporting requests from multiple departments or external vendors
- Global Mobility: Process Global Mobility stock files for US employees, support Global Payroll stock runs, manage ESPP election file updates, and validate Global ESPP contributions twice a year
- Technology & Country Implementations: Assist with the implementation of new payroll technology and support the migration of new countries, including transitions from other payroll providers
- Tax Coordination: Assist with W-2 reconciliation, coordinate amended tax returns with local providers and assist with the balancing of global annual filings (T-4, PD11, PD60) for Global Lead approval
- Team Collaboration: Support other Payroll Analysts with payroll processing as needed and collaborate with the team on the implementation of new technologies to improve payroll processing, both US and Global
- System Testing: Assist in testing new setup, system enhancements, updates, and integrations affecting Global Payroll, and provide temporary workarounds if an automated solution isn't functioning correctly
- Policy & Compliance Review: Review policies and work rules to ensure compliance with legislative obligations. Maintain Payroll Standard Operating Procedures and job aids
- Customer Service: Work with the other Payroll Analysts to provide excellent service to employees and partners by resolving payroll queries and ensuring accurate processing
- Coordination with Internal Teams and Vendors: Collaborate with HR, Benefits, and other internal teams to ensure HR and payroll changes are processed, funding occurs for all accounts, tax remittance is accurate, and month-end close support is completed
- Payroll Accounting Support: Assist the payroll accounting team with global month-end reconciliation research
- Payroll Projects: Participate in various payroll projects and other opportunities as assigned
You Have
- Willingness to support conference calls during early or late hours to accommodate global time zones
- Minimum of 5+ years of experience in Global Payroll, with a strong understanding of US payroll tax administration
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with ongoing changes
- Understanding of basic payroll accounting procedures
- Proven experience in project management
- Experience with system implementation, ongoing technical support, and managing multiple payroll system integrations
- Proficient in MS Excel, including advanced functions (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, IF statements)
- Experience writing and generating reports
- Working knowledge of UKG(Ultipro) and Workday HRIS is desirable but not essential
- Strong understanding of SOX controls
- Experience maintaining payroll and employee confidentiality
- Ability to work independently, multitask, and meet deadlines
- CPP certification is preferred
We're working to build a more inclusive economy where our customers have equal access to opportunity, and we strive to live by these same values in building our workplace. Block is an equal opportunity employer evaluating all employees and job applicants without regard to identity or any legally protected class. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment on our team, and always assess candidates on an individualized basis.
We believe in being fair, and are committed to an inclusive interview experience, including providing reasonable accommodations to disabled applicants throughout the recruitment process. We encourage applicants to share any needed accommodations with their recruiter, who will treat these requests as confidentially as possible. Want to learn more about what we're doing to build a workplace that is fair and square? Check out our I+D page .
Block will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records for employment in accordance with state and local laws and "fair chance" ordinances.
Block takes a market-based approach to pay, and pay may vary depending on your location. U.S. locations are categorized into one of four zones based on a cost of labor index for that geographic area. The successful candidate's starting pay will be determined based on job-related skills, experience, qualifications, work location, and market conditions. These ranges may be modified in the future.
To find a location's zone designation, please refer to this resource . If a location of interest is not listed, please speak with a recruiter for additional information.
Zone A:
$48.80 - $73.22 USD
Zone B:
$45.38 - $68.08 USD
Zone C:
$41.49 - $62.26 USD
Zone D:
$36.63 - $54.90 USD
Every benefit we offer is designed with one goal: empowering you to do the best work of your career while building the life you want. Remote work, medical insurance, flexible time off, retirement savings plans, and modern family planning are just some of our offering. Check out our other benefits at Block.
Block, Inc. (NYSE: XYZ) builds technology to increase access to the global economy. Each of our brands unlocks different aspects of the economy for more people. Square makes commerce and financial services accessible to sellers. Cash App is the easy way to spend, send, and store money. Afterpay is transforming the way customers manage their spending over time. TIDAL is a music platform that empowers artists to thrive as entrepreneurs. Bitkey is a simple self-custody wallet built for bitcoin. Proto is a suite of bitcoin mining products and services. Together, we're helping build a financial system that is open to everyone.
