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HR Analyst roles in the United States are accessible to exchange visitors through J-1 visa sponsorship under the Trainee or Intern program categories, depending on your career stage. A designated sponsor organization issues your DS-2019 and oversees your training plan while you gain hands-on HR experience with a U.S. host employer.
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INTRODUCTION
Personalis, Inc. is a leader in advanced cancer genomics for enabling the next generation of precision cancer therapies and diagnostics. The Personalis NeXT Platform® is designed to adapt to the complex and evolving understanding of cancer, providing its biopharmaceutical customers and clinicians with information on all of the approximately 20,000 human genes, together with the immune system, from a single tissue sample. In population sequencing, Personalis operates one of the largest sequencing operations globally and is currently the sole sequencing provider to Veterans Affairs' Million Veteran Program. To enable cancer and population sequencing, Personalis' Clinical Laboratory was built with a focus on clinical accuracy, quality, big data, scale and efficiency. The laboratory is GxP-aligned as well as Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments of 1988-certified and College of American Pathologists-accredited.
Days Onsite: Monday & Tuesday (Hybrid)
SUMMARY
The Sr. Payroll Analyst is responsible for processing the Company’s payroll using the ADP platform on a regular basis in accordance with the Company’s policy and ensuring accurate reflection of payroll data in the financial statements. This position will work closely with Accounting and Human Resources team members to perform the scope of work, and provide exceptional service to the entire employee base. The position will also flex to support other areas in accounting, as needed.
Responsibilities:
- Responsible for full cycle processing of all payroll functions including, time & attendance, time-off, security master, reporting, and workflow administration for all U.S. employees.
- Prepare accounting transactions, including journal entries for bi-weekly payroll/payroll accruals and reconcile payroll related accounts monthly.
- Prepare payroll account reconciliations and flux commentaries for financial statement close review.
- Enforce payroll policies and procedures to ensure proper internal controls and efficient processes in compliance with SOX 404 requirements.
- Manage new state registrations for withholding tax, SUI (state unemployment insurance) and any applicable local taxes.
- Review and audit employee 401(k) contributions as well as make contribution deposits to 3rd party 401(k) administrator in a timely manner.
- Work closely with HR team to ensure employee new hires, terminations, LOA’s, and other changes that affect payroll are processed accurately and timely.
- Review voluntary deductions including medical benefits, FSA, ESPP, 401(k) contributions and loans as well as involuntary deductions, such as garnishments.
- Enter equity related income for NQ exercises and RSU releases. Reconcile YTD taxes to payroll accounting system.
- Responds to employee questions and addresses any payroll issues/updates/edits required.
- Ensure timely and accurate W-2 preparation at the end of each calendar year.
- Creating and run payroll related reports as required for interdepartmental and cross functional charges and reference.
- Other ad-hoc related tasks as required.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS - REQUIRED:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
- 5-8 years of progressive payroll experience.
- Experience with supporting month-end close for payroll related accounts and account reconciliations.
- Multi-state payroll experience with ADP Workforce Now and other related systems such as Time & Attendance using time card and Time Off module etc.
- Great team player, flexible and able to adapt to a changing environment. Ability to multi-task and meet challenges with resourcefulness, effectively handle competing demands, take responsibility for fulfillment of obligations and willing to put in extra time as necessary to complete work and achieve goals.
- Attention to detail with a high-quality focus as well as timeliness.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
QUALIFICATIONS - PREFERRED:
- Experience working with U.S. public company with between 100 to 500 employees.
The hiring range for this position is $98,000 to $115,000 per year, which may factor in various geographic regions. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. Our full-time regular positions also include an annual performance-based bonus (or a sales incentive plan) and long-term incentive units (equity) provided as part of our compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.
Personalis is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the full inclusion of all individuals. As part of this commitment, Personalis will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodations. If you need an accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please let your recruiter know, if/when they contacts you.
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Personalis is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabilities. Personalis offers a competitive compensation package and benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, ESPP, tuition reimbursement, sick/vacation time, commuter benefits/ EV charging stations, onsite gym, and wellness benefits. (For US only, benefits in other countries may vary.)
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship as a HR Analyst
Document your HR credentials before applying
Gather transcripts, degree certificates, and any HR certifications like SHRM-CP before approaching host employers. Designated sponsors review your educational background to confirm you meet the Trainee or Intern category requirements for a data-driven, analytical HR role.
Build a training plan around HR analytics tasks
Your designated sponsor requires a structured Training or Internship Placement Plan (DS-7002) that maps your program to specific HR functions: workforce data analysis, compensation benchmarking, HRIS reporting, and compliance tracking. Vague plans get rejected, so define measurable learning objectives for each phase.
Target host employers with HR data infrastructure
Focus your search on organizations that use enterprise HRIS platforms and have dedicated people-analytics teams. These employers can offer the structured, hands-on learning environment that designated sponsors require when evaluating whether a host placement meets J-1 program standards.
Use Migrate Mate to find J-1-aligned HR roles
Search Migrate Mate to identify U.S. employers posting HR Analyst roles compatible with J-1 exchange visitor placements. Filtering by role type and employer profile saves time compared to manually screening general job boards for host organizations open to J-1 arrangements.
Verify prevailing wage expectations with OFLC Wage Search
Your host employer's offered compensation must align with the prevailing wage for HR Analyst positions in that location. Cross-reference the OFLC Wage Search before your offer stage so wage disputes don't stall your DS-2019 issuance or training plan approval.
Clarify home-residency requirement exposure early
Some J-1 participants are subject to a two-year home-country physical presence requirement, which affects your ability to change visa status or apply for certain visas after your program. Confirm your exposure with your designated sponsor before accepting a host employer's offer.
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Find HR Analyst JobsHR Analyst J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category fits an HR Analyst role?
It depends on your career stage. Current university students completing degree-related HR coursework typically qualify for the Intern category. Early-career professionals who have already graduated and want to develop HR analytics skills in a structured U.S. workplace environment usually fall under the Trainee category. Your designated sponsor confirms which category applies based on your background and the host employer's training plan.
Who actually sponsors my J-1 visa for an HR Analyst position?
The visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, such as Cultural Vistas or CIEE, not the employer where you work. That employer is your host organization. The designated sponsor issues your DS-2019 form, reviews and signs your DS-7002 training plan, and monitors your program compliance throughout the exchange period.
How do I find U.S. employers open to hosting J-1 HR Analyst trainees?
Most general job listings don't specify J-1 compatibility, which makes targeted searching difficult. Migrate Mate lets you filter for HR Analyst roles posted by employers who are open to exchange visitor arrangements, cutting through postings that won't lead to a viable J-1 placement. From there, you confirm host eligibility directly with a designated sponsor.
What does the DS-7002 training plan need to include for an HR Analyst role?
Your DS-7002 must outline specific, phase-by-phase learning objectives tied to HR analytics functions: workforce reporting, compensation analysis, HRIS platform use, compliance data review, and similar measurable activities. Generic descriptions of observing HR operations aren't sufficient. Designated sponsors scrutinize this document closely, and weak plans are a common reason placements are delayed or denied.
Can I transition from J-1 Trainee to a long-term work visa after my HR Analyst program ends?
It depends on whether you're subject to the two-year home-residency requirement. If you are, you must return to your home country for two years before applying for H-1B, L-1, or immigrant visas, unless you obtain a waiver. If you're not subject to it, you can pursue other nonimmigrant status changes after your J-1 program concludes, provided you maintain valid status throughout.
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