Senior Payroll Specialist

Locations : Redwood City, California, United States of America
Electronic Arts creates next-level entertainment experiences that inspire players and fans around the world. Here, everyone is part of the story. Part of a community that connects across the globe. A place where creativity thrives, new perspectives are invited, and ideas matter. A team where everyone makes play happen.

Electronic Arts CFO organization comprises a broad group of finance disciplines. Our common goal is partnership with business teams delivering strategies and providing our players with amazing experiences. All of our finance teams assist the business in achieving profitable creativity by providing financial insight, reporting and guidance.

We use progressive tools to analyze and visualize data, telling the story of financial drivers, performance, risks and opportunities. We value attributes like collaboration and learning. We celebrate inclusion by creating a place where you can come to work and be yourself.

The Senior Payroll Specialist will report to the Payroll Supervisor and work a hybrid work model 3 days in office based out of Redwood City, CA.

Responsibilities:

- Payroll Processing & Operations: Help with payroll processing for muti-state, pre & post payroll audits, adjustments and corrections to current or previous pay periods.
- Payroll Audits & Controls: Follow existing payroll controls and maintain supporting documentation and evidence for internal and external audits.
- Payroll Tax Compliance: Monitor tax law changes for applicable jurisdictions and help manage the registration in new tax jurisdictions.
- W-2 & Year End Compliance: Help with comprehensive audit of W-2, resolve identified discrepancies and perform corrections.
- Process Improvements & projects: Help with assigned projects to help automate the processes and increase efficiencies

Qualifications:

- 5+ years of experience with US payroll in a large, multi-state employee population
- 5+ years of experience with multiple HRIS/ Payroll systems like ADP, Workday, UKG Pro, Ceridian is must
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and experience working with large payroll datasets
- Experience in handling and independently managing payroll tax compliance, W-2 reconciliation and in-depth understanding of employee tax validation.
- Experience with laws affecting leave of absence (LOA) pay

Pay Transparency - North America

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
The ranges listed below are what EA in good faith expects to pay applicants for this role in these locations at the time of this posting. If you reside in a different location, a recruiter will advise on the applicable range and benefits. Pay offered will be determined based on a number of relevant business and candidate factors (e.g. education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, or business needs).
PAY RANGES

Pay is just one part of the overall compensation at EA.
In the US, we offer a package of benefits including paid time off (3 weeks per year to start), 80 hours per year of sick time, 16 paid company holidays per year, 10 weeks paid time off to bond with baby, medical/dental/vision insurance, life insurance, disability insurance, and 401(k) to regular full-time employees. Certain roles may also be eligible for bonus and other incentive programs.

About Electronic Arts We’re proud to have an extensive portfolio of games and experiences, locations around the world, and opportunities across EA. We value adaptability, resilience, creativity, and curiosity. From leadership that brings out your potential, to creating space for learning and experimenting, we empower you to do great work and pursue opportunities for growth.
We adopt a holistic approach to our benefits programs, emphasizing physical, emotional, financial, career, and community wellness to support a balanced life. Our packages are tailored to meet local needs and may include healthcare coverage, mental well-being support, retirement savings, paid time off, family leaves, complimentary games, and more. We nurture environments where our teams can always bring their best to what they do.
Electronic Arts is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, religion, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital status, family status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will also consider employment qualified applicants with criminal records in accordance with applicable law. EA also makes workplace accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities as required by applicable law.