Payroll Admin & HR Specialist

Description About Traliant Traliant is an award-winning technology company transforming compliance training from boring to brilliant. We empower organizations to build healthier, more inclusive workplaces through engaging, interactive online training on topics like workplace harassment, diversity and inclusion, and data privacy. As a fast-growing, remote-first company, we’re looking for team members who thrive in dynamic environments and share our passion for excellence and innovation. About The Role We’re seeking a Payroll & HR Specialist to join our HR team and play a critical role in supporting the employee experience at Traliant. This position blends payroll ownership with HR generalist responsibilities, providing hands-on support across the full HR lifecycle. You’ll manage accurate and timely payroll processing, oversee HRIS data integrity and reporting, and contribute to HR programs that enhance engagement, compliance, and organizational growth. This role is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, tech-savvy, and passionate about helping employees succeed. You’ll work closely with a small, collaborative HR team and have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a fast-paced, remote-first environment. Key Responsibilities Payroll • Manage end-to-end payroll for a multi-state U.S. and Canadian remote workforce on a bi-weekly cycle (including new hires, terminations, promotions, and compensation changes). • Review and validate timesheets, ensuring accurate calculation of wages, deductions, bonuses, and overtime. • Conduct regular audits of timekeeping and payroll data to verify compliance with FLSA wage and hour requirements • Collaborate with Finance to validate and resolve any discrepancies • Set up, maintain, and reconcile payroll tax accounts; ensuring timely filing of quarterly and annual payroll tax reports (W-2s, 1099s, etc.) in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. • Maintain accurate payroll records, proactively monitoring for compliance and accuracy. • Manage the company's worker's compensation policy, including maintaining census data with The Hartford, ensuring timely payments, and overseeing compliance across all states (including monopolistic states. HR Generalist & Systems Support • Serve as administrator for HRIS and other HR technology platforms; ensure data accuracy, manage reporting, and drive system enhancements. • Maintain the company’s virtual stable mailbox, ensuring timely handling of all incoming items including state wage reports, unemployment claims, tax compliance notices, and other official correspondence. • Support HR programs, including onboarding, completing i-9s, offboarding, benefits administration, compliance training, and employee engagement initiatives. • Act as a resource for employee questions related to payroll, benefits, policies, and HR systems. • Assist with internal and external audits by providing timely and accurate HR/payroll documentation. • Contribute to HR projects focused on process improvement, compliance, analytics, and overall employee experience and engagement. • Adapt to evolving needs of a growing HR team, taking on projects outside the traditional payroll scope when needed. Requirements Qualifications • 3+ years of combined payroll and HR generalist experience, preferably in a multi-state or remote environment. • Experience with Canada payroll, a plus • Strong knowledge of payroll processing, tax regulations, and employment laws. • Hands-on experience with HRIS platforms (Paylocity, strongly preferred). • Solid background in HR functions such as onboarding, benefits, compliance, and employee relations. • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, formulas, data analysis). • Exceptional attention to detail, accuracy, and confidentiality. • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a continuous improvement mindset. • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a customer-service orientation. • Self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced environment and can manage multiple priorities independently. Why Join Traliant? • Be part of a purpose-driven company making workplaces better, safer, and more inclusive. • Play a key role on a growing HR team with exposure to all aspects of HR. • 100% remote work with a collaborative, innovative culture. Traliant is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. Qualified individuals who bring diverse perspectives to the workplace are especially encouraged to apply. We are committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals regardless of age, ethnic or national origin, political affiliation, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, marital status, citizenship, or any other protected characteristic. All locations offer coverage for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, paid parental leave, 401(k) plan, and employee assistance plan. Benefits are subject to terms and conditions, which may include rules regarding eligibility, enrollment, waiting period, contribution, benefit limits, election changes, benefit exclusions, and others. The application deadline for this position is 20 days after the date of this posting, October 7, 2025. Washington Applicants Only: U.S. Employees will accrue 15 days of PTO for the first year of completed employment and eligible to receive 12 holidays annually. The pay range for this position $70,000 - $80,000 annually. In addition to the annual salary, the position will be eligible to receive an annual bonus. Apply tot his job