Payroll Specialist

Payroll Specialist

With millions of diners, 60,000+ restaurant partners and 25+ years of experience, OpenTable, part of Booking Holdings, Inc., is an industry leader with a passion for helping restaurants thrive. Our world-class technology empowers restaurants to focus on what matters most their team, their guests, and their bottom line while enabling diners to discover and book the perfect restaurant for every occasion.

Every employee at OpenTable has a tangible impact on what we do and how we do it. You'll also be part of a global team and its portfolio of metasearch brands. Hospitality is all about taking care of others, and it defines our culture.

About this role :

This position will report directly to OpenTable's Senior Manager, Global Payroll. We will count on the Specialist, Payroll to foster a culture of excellence and strong collaboration, elevate OpenTables Payroll function, build and develop future proof processes, and proactively guide the business to operate successfully in an increasingly complex payroll environment.

The ideal candidate is curious and agile, has a strong growth mindset, sense of ownership and accountability, and an entrepreneurial spirit.

In this role, you will :

• Ensure payroll is paid in a timely and accurate manner for multiple countries and frequencies.
• Directly support (or provide backup for) payroll processing operations for countries, including, but not limited to, the United States, Mexico, Canada, United Kingdom, Australia, India, Germany, France, Ireland, Lithuania, Switzerland, and Singapore.
• Calculate and report tax liabilities, as well as the periodic, quarterly, annual, and ad hoc balancing, and validate payroll tax reporting and related activities, including the annual issuance of year-end forms.
• Ensure full compliance with all payroll related matters and reporting requirements (e.g., payroll taxes, fringe benefits, stock-based compensation, global mobility, annual filings); collaborating with HR, Accounting, Finance Operations, Tax and Legal to address the full picture.
• Investigate and solve payroll related queries and issues (vendor, compliance, reporting / accounting etc.)
• Work together with HR Operations to ensure that payroll data integrations run smoothly, reporting issues and suggesting enhancements and solutions.
• Support on projects, process improvements, and payroll audits.
• Manage the payroll service provider relationships.
• Assist in devising payroll SOPs and calendars so key processes are documented and deadlines are met.

Please apply if :

Benefits and Perks :

Note for MA applicants : It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

There are a variety of factors that go into determining a salary range, including but not limited to external market benchmark data, geographic location, and years of experience sought / required. The range for this United States located role is $75,000 - $85,000.

We offer a competitive base salary and benefits including : health benefits; flexible spending account; retirement benefits; life insurance; paid time off (including PTO, paid sick leave, medical leave, bereavement leave, floating holidays and paid holidays); and parental leave benefits. This role is eligible to be considered for an annual bonus.

Work Environment & Flexibility :

At OpenTable, we pride ourselves on fostering a global and dynamic work environment. As a team member with us, you will benefit from a schedule tailored to accommodate a global workforce operating across multiple time zones. While the majority of your responsibilities may align with conventional business hours, there will be instances where you are expected to manage communications - via calls, Slack messages, or emails - outside of regular working hours to effectively collaborate with international colleagues, respond to restaurant partners, and / or address urgent matters. OpenTable will always abide by and consider local laws and regulations.

Inclusion :

We're committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels they belong and can thrive. We know the best ideas come when we bring different voices to the table, so we're building a team as dynamic as the diners and restaurants we serveand fostering a culture where everyone feels welcome to be themselves.

If you need adjustments during the application or interview process, or on the job, we're here to support you. Please reach out to your recruiter to request any accommodations.