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full-timeSenior Payroll Analyst
Lyft · Nashville, TN
Lyft is a company in the transportation and technology sector that provides a platform for ridesharing and related mobility services. As a Senior Payroll Analyst based in Nashville, you will join the accounting team to manage the end-to-end processing of bi-weekly payrolls for employees across the United States and Canada. Your daily responsibilities will include auditing compensation, benefits, and leave of absence data, as well as coordinating payroll inputs with various internal departments like HR, IT, and Finance. A significant portion of the role involves managing payroll tax reporting for quarterly equity vesting and ESPP plans, while ensuring strict adherence to SOX compliance. You will also be responsible for maintaining accurate payroll records, documenting internal procedures to improve scalability, and providing direct support to employees regarding their pay and deductions. This role is well-suited for a detail-oriented professional with over five years of experience in multi-jurisdictional payroll processing. Candidates with prior experience using Workday, ADP Globalview, or Dayforce, and those comfortable working in a fast-paced, hybrid office environment, will be particularly well-positioned for success in this position.
Education
- Level: Bachelor's degree
- Courses: BS
- Specializations: Accounting, Business, Finance
Key Skills
Notes
['Hybrid schedule: 3 days in office (Mon, Wed, Thu)', '5+ years payroll experience']
Experience required
5-5 years experienceAbout the Role Senior Payroll Analyst responsible for processing bi‑weekly payrolls in the US and Canada, tax reporting for equity vesting and ESPP, and managing Leave of Absence processes. Responsibilities Process assigned payrolls, audit compensation and benefits data, coordinate LOA payments, work with relocation data, assist payroll tax audit for equity vesting, maintain SOX compliance, develop payroll policies, reconcile records, provide employee support, prepare ad‑hoc reports. Requirements BS degree in Accounting, Business, Finance or equivalent; 5+ years payroll experience; detail‑oriented; strong communication; advanced Excel and Word skills; experience with Workday, ADP Globalview, Dayforce. Eligibility Open to candidates meeting education and experience criteria; hybrid work schedule (3 days in office).
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| Role | Senior Payroll Analyst |
|---|---|
| Company | Lyft |
| Location | Nashville, TN |
| Type | full-time |
| Compensation | Not disclosed |
| Posted | 2026-10-23 |
| Deadline | Rolling |
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- 1ApplicationSubmit your resume through the apply link.
- 2ScreeningRecruiter reviews your background against the role.
- 3AssessmentA technical test, assignment, or coding round, depending on the role.
- 4Interview(s)One or more rounds with the hiring team.
- 5OfferOffer letter with compensation and start date.
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