Entry Level Payroll Executive Jobs
New grad payroll executive jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong internship or hands-on coursework can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are across Staffing & Recruiting, Technology & Software, and Healthcare & Medical Services, with employers like Jobot, TikTok, and Deltek hiring at this level now.
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JOB TITLE: Payroll Analyst
LOCATION: Foster City, CA (onsite)
PAY RANGE: $55 - $65/hr
DURATION: 6 months
TOP SKILLS:
- One or more years of payroll processing experience
- Knowledge of payroll administration and related compliances
- Deep user knowledge of the Workday Payroll platform. Payroll specific
Position Summary:
This position is responsible for accurate and timely payroll processing for the company’s operations, assisting in month-end close activities, under the guidance of the Senior Payroll Manager.
Responsibilities:
- End-to-end payroll processing from data entry and timecard validations to check distributions
- Point of contact for employees’ payroll questions and concerns
- Assistance with maintaining employee/payment records, timekeeping records, etc.
- Partnership with People, Benefits, Finance, and other departments, as appropriate
- Year-end communication and reconciliations
- Responding to government inquiries, including wage verification, garnishment orders, etc.
- Benefit audits and coordination with People/Benefits and 3rd party vendors
- Leave of Absence Payment Calculation and entries
- Other payroll-related tasks upon request
QUALIFICATIONS
- One or more years of payroll processing experience
- Education requirement: Associate Degree
- Knowledge of payroll administration and related compliances
- Attention to detail and diligence are a must
- Understanding the importance of confidentiality
- Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Excel and Word; VLOOKUP and pivot are strongly preferred
- Strong communication skills
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Workday Payroll experience is required
- Accounting or HR background is a plus
BENEFITS SUMMARY:
Individual compensation is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base hourly rate or annual salary only, unless otherwise stated. In addition to base compensation, full-time roles are eligible for Medical, Dental, Vision, Commuter and 401K benefits with company matching.
FAIR CHANCE POLICY:
Pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, qualified applicants will be considered for assignment with arrest and conviction records. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness, meet client expectations, standards, and accompanying requirements, and safeguard business operations and company reputation.
JOB TITLE: Payroll Analyst
LOCATION: Foster City, CA (onsite)
PAY RANGE: $55 - $65/hr
DURATION: 6 months
TOP SKILLS:
- One or more years of payroll processing experience
- Knowledge of payroll administration and related compliances
- Deep user knowledge of the Workday Payroll platform. Payroll specific
Position Summary:
This position is responsible for accurate and timely payroll processing for the company’s operations, assisting in month-end close activities, under the guidance of the Senior Payroll Manager.
Responsibilities:
- End-to-end payroll processing from data entry and timecard validations to check distributions
- Point of contact for employees’ payroll questions and concerns
- Assistance with maintaining employee/payment records, timekeeping records, etc.
- Partnership with People, Benefits, Finance, and other departments, as appropriate
- Year-end communication and reconciliations
- Responding to government inquiries, including wage verification, garnishment orders, etc.
- Benefit audits and coordination with People/Benefits and 3rd party vendors
- Leave of Absence Payment Calculation and entries
- Other payroll-related tasks upon request
QUALIFICATIONS
- One or more years of payroll processing experience
- Education requirement: Associate Degree
- Knowledge of payroll administration and related compliances
- Attention to detail and diligence are a must
- Understanding the importance of confidentiality
- Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Excel and Word; VLOOKUP and pivot are strongly preferred
- Strong communication skills
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Workday Payroll experience is required
- Accounting or HR background is a plus
BENEFITS SUMMARY:
Individual compensation is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base hourly rate or annual salary only, unless otherwise stated. In addition to base compensation, full-time roles are eligible for Medical, Dental, Vision, Commuter and 401K benefits with company matching.
FAIR CHANCE POLICY:
Pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, qualified applicants will be considered for assignment with arrest and conviction records. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness, meet client expectations, standards, and accompanying requirements, and safeguard business operations and company reputation.
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Entry Level Payroll Executive Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level payroll executive job?
Start by building familiarity with payroll software like ADP, Paychex, or QuickBooks, since employers at this level often prioritize tool knowledge over years on the job. A relevant internship, coursework in accounting or HR, or a certificate in payroll fundamentals all strengthen an application. Highlighting attention to detail and comfort working with numbers will give you an edge over other entry level candidates.
Which companies hire entry level payroll executives?
Companies hiring entry level payroll executives right now include Jobot, TikTok, and Deltek, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, hiring tends to come from mid-size businesses, staffing firms, and corporate employers building out their payroll or HR operations teams.
Are there remote entry level payroll executive jobs?
Yes, though most entry level payroll roles still lean on-site given the hands-on nature of the work. About 22% of entry level payroll executive openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, so candidates who prefer flexibility do have options, particularly at larger organizations with established remote HR infrastructure.
Are these new grad payroll executive jobs?
Yes, many of these listings are new grad and junior roles that welcome recent graduates and candidates with little or no professional experience. A new grad-friendly payroll executive posting typically states that it welcomes zero to two years of experience, accepts internships or academic projects as qualifying background, or specifically invites applications from new graduates entering the workforce.
Which industries hire the most entry level payroll executives?
Entry Level payroll executive roles concentrate in Staffing & Recruiting, Technology & Software, and Healthcare & Medical Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors tend to drive entry level hiring because they maintain large workforces that require consistent, high-volume payroll processing, creating steady demand for junior payroll support.