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We are seeking a highly organized professional with exceptional attention to detail, strong customer service skills, and a commitment to accuracy and confidentiality.
Payroll Administrator
Transdev in City, State is hiring a Payroll Administrator. The Payroll Administrator is responsible for administering and processing payroll activities, maintaining employee payroll records, supporting workforce administration functions, and ensuring compliance with company policies and applicable regulations. This position works closely with the General Manager, Operations leadership, Human Resources, and Regional Finance teams to ensure timely and accurate payroll processing for hourly and salaried employees.
We are seeking a highly organized professional with exceptional attention to detail, strong customer service skills, and a commitment to accuracy and confidentiality.
Transdev is Proud to Offer:
- Competitive compensation package of $25.75 per hour to $32.00 per hour
Benefits include:
- Vacation: minimum of two (2) weeks
- Sick leave: 5 days
- Holidays: 12 days (8 standard and 4 floating)
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Short-term disability
- Voluntary long-term disability
Benefits may vary depending on location policy. The above represents the standard Corporate Policy.
Key Responsibilities
- Process weekly, bi-weekly, or semi-monthly payroll accurately and in accordance with company policies and payroll deadlines.
- Review, audit, and enter employee timekeeping records, attendance, overtime, vacation, sick leave, and other payroll-related data.
- Maintain employee payroll records and personnel files while ensuring compliance with confidentiality requirements.
- Process new hire, transfer, status change, and termination documentation and coordinate with Human Resources and Regional Payroll teams.
- Verify payroll calculations including earnings, deductions, garnishments, benefits, and tax withholdings.
- Assist in tracking attendance and scheduling information for hourly and part-time employees.
- Support managers in monitoring overtime trends and identifying opportunities to reduce unnecessary labor costs.
- Prepare payroll reports and reconcile payroll records to ensure accuracy.
- Assist with fare reconciliation, cash handling, deposits, and other accounting-related functions as required.
- Respond to employee payroll inquiries professionally and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.
- Ensure compliance with FLSA, wage and hour regulations, union agreements (if applicable), and company payroll policies.
- Maintain payroll documentation for audits and reporting purposes.
- Provide administrative support to the General Manager and leadership team as needed.
- Perform other duties as required.
Qualifications
Required
- High School Diploma or GED required.
- Minimum of two (2) years of payroll, accounting, bookkeeping, administrative, or related experience.
- Experience processing payroll and maintaining confidential employee records.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy with excellent organizational skills.
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Ability to prioritize multiple assignments in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
- Strong data entry, mathematical, and recordkeeping skills.
Preferred
- Associate degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Human Resources, or related field.
- Experience with payroll processing systems, Kronos, UKG, ADP, Paycom, or similar platforms.
- Experience working in unionized and/or transportation environments.
- Knowledge of payroll tax regulations, wage and hour compliance, and labor agreements.
Additional Requirements
- Must maintain confidentiality and professionalism when handling employee information.
- Subject to a DOT drug test and physical if applicable.
- DOT Regulation 49 CFR Part 40 does not authorize the use of Schedule I drugs, including cannabis, for any reason.
Physical Requirements
- Must be able to work shifts or flexible schedules as needed.
- Frequently required to sit for extended periods while working on a computer.
- Regular use of a computer, keyboard, calculator, and other standard office equipment.
- Must be able to communicate effectively in person, by phone, and electronically.
- Work environment may consist of both office and operational settings, including indoor and outdoor areas.
About Transdev: Cities, counties, airports, companies, and universities across the U.S. contract with Transdev to operate their transportation systems, maintain their vehicle and fleets, and deliver on mobility solutions. Transdev U.S. employs a team of 32,000 across 400 locations while maintaining more than 17,000 vehicles.
Part of a global company, Transdev is a leader in mobility with operations in 19 countries, proudly operated by 110,000 team members from around the world. As an operator and global integrator of mobility, we are driven by our purpose. Transdev – the mobility company – empowers the freedom to move every day thanks to safe, reliable, and innovative solutions that serve the common good.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions upon request.
Transdev is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or other legally protected status.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions upon request.
Job Category: Professionals
Job Type: Full Time
Req ID: 9056
Pay Group: ALA
Cost Center: 167
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions upon request.
Transdev is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or other legally protected status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.
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If based in the United States, applicants must be eligible to work in U.S. without restrictions for any employer at any time; be able to pass a drug screen and background check.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Payroll Analyst
Document your degree's field alignment
USCIS scrutinizes whether your degree directly relates to payroll analysis. A finance or accounting degree is strongest. If yours is in a adjacent field like business or economics, gather coursework transcripts showing quantitative and payroll-relevant modules before applying.
Target employers with certified LCA history
Search DOL's OFLC Wage Search to verify that a prospective employer has filed Labor Condition Applications for payroll or compensation analyst roles before. Prior LCA filings signal an HR infrastructure already set up to sponsor your H-1B.
Find H-1B sponsoring employers on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter Payroll Analyst openings by employers with verified H-1B filing history. This cuts out roles where sponsorship is possible in theory but the employer has never actually filed, saving weeks of back-and-forth.
Clarify SOC code before the LCA is filed
Payroll Analyst roles can be classified under multiple Standard Occupational Classification codes, which affects the prevailing wage USCIS uses to evaluate your offer. Confirm with your employer which SOC code they plan to use and cross-check it against O*NET before the LCA is certified.
Negotiate a start date that clears cap-gap risk
If you're transitioning from OPT, your employment authorization depends on cap-gap coverage. Confirm your offer letter specifies an October 1 start date or later, so USCIS approval aligns with your authorized period and your employer isn't left with a gap in your work eligibility.
Ask about premium processing before signing
Standard I-129 adjudication can run several months, leaving your start date uncertain. Confirm whether your employer will elect premium processing, which gives USCIS a 15-business-day decision window, so you and your payroll team can plan onboarding timelines accurately.
H-1B Visa Payroll Analyst: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Payroll Analyst role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, provided the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as accounting, finance, or human resources management. USCIS evaluates the job duties, not just the title, so employers need to document that the role involves complex payroll analysis rather than routine data entry or clerical processing.
Which employers commonly sponsor H-1B visas for Payroll Analyst positions?
Large corporations with dedicated compensation and HR operations, payroll service firms, healthcare networks, and multinational companies with cross-border workforce needs are the most consistent sponsors. You can browse verified openings from employers with active H-1B filing history on Migrate Mate, filtering specifically for payroll and compensation analyst roles.
How does the prevailing wage requirement affect a Payroll Analyst offer?
Before filing your H-1B petition, your employer must certify to DOL that your offered wage meets the prevailing wage for the Payroll Analyst SOC code in your work location. The prevailing wage is determined by the specific wage level your employer selects, and underpaying relative to that level is one of the most common reasons LCAs are challenged.
Can a Payroll Analyst role support an H-1B extension beyond the initial six-year period?
Yes, if your employer has filed a PERM labor certification or an I-140 immigrant petition on your behalf and it has been pending for more than 365 days, you qualify for one-year extensions beyond the six-year cap under AC21. Without an active green card process, extensions past six years aren't available and you'd need to leave or change status.
What happens to my H-1B status if I'm laid off from a Payroll Analyst role?
You have a 60-day grace period from your last day of employment to find a new H-1B sponsor, transfer your petition, or change to another status. Your new employer must file an H-1B transfer petition before that window closes. Working during the grace period without an active petition is not authorized, even if you've secured a verbal offer.