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Full Time
Career area
Human Resources
Location
1 Bowerman Drive, Beaverton, Oregon 97005, United States
Job ID
R-86454
Become a Part of the NIKE, Inc. Team
NIKE, Inc. does more than outfit the world’s best athletes. It’s a place where passionate individuals come together to create the future of sport. We are unapologetic about who we are and what we’re after—bringing innovation and inspiration to every athlete* in the world. We look for athletes who can push boundaries, elevate our potential and continue leading us to greatness. The next tastemakers, playmakers, risk takers and glue players. Are you game?
WHO YOU’LL WORK WITH
As the Senior Payroll Analyst, you will report to the Americas Payroll Director. This team drives accurate, compliant payroll operations across the region. You’ll partner closely with HR, Finance, Legal, Tax, HR Technology, and external vendors to develop and deliver seamless end to end processes that results in excellent employee experiences for our athletes and contributing to multi-country payroll execution.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
We are looking for a payroll professional who brings precision, ownership, and a drive to payroll processes with efficiency, accuracy and timeliness. This individual thrives in fast-paced environments where accuracy matters and deadlines are non-negotiable. You know Canadian payroll inside and out and understand how it connects to the broader employee experience.
You are a direct liaison for all Canada payroll issues, changes and enhancements, and will partner closely with cross functional teams and vendors. You will also provide operational payroll support for other countries in the Americas region. The ideal candidate should be equally comfortable diving into complex payroll transactions and stepping back to identify opportunities for automation and improvement. With a sharp analytical mindset and a focus on outcomes, you will continuously elevate processes while ensuring regulatory compliance.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 3+ years of experience in Canadian payroll administration including Canadian payroll regulations and statutory requirements including timekeeping, vacation pay, leaves and terminations, and ROEs
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, or related field. Will accept any suitable combination of education, experience and training
- Payroll certifications (CPP, FPC, or Canadian Payroll Processional PCP/PLP) preferred
- Experience working in multi-country or shared services payroll environments
- Experience with payroll audits, reconciliations, and complex transactions (e.g., garnishments)
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel)
- Experience working in Workday, UKG/Kronos, ADP Globalview & Smartcompliance
- Accurate under pressure with strong analytical thinking and attention to detail
- Highly organized, collaborative, and customer-focused in fast-paced environments
WHAT YOU’LL WORK ON
You’ll own the end-to-end payroll experience for Canada while supporting broader Americas payroll operations. Your work will ensure every employee is paid accurately and on time while strengthening systems, processes, and partnerships behind the scenes.
Payroll operations and accuracy: Responsible for end-to-end payroll processing including off-cycle payments, time and attendance administration (holidays and leave of absence), garnishments, reconciliations, audits, and year-end filings, ensuring payroll funding and disbursement are timely and accurate using established controls across multiple systems (including Workday, UKG, ADP GlobalView and Smartcompliance).
Compliance and risk management: Ensures adherence to federal and provincial payroll regulations such as income tax, CPP, EI, and Workers’ Compensation, submits statutory obligations on time, and monitors vendor compliance while escalating risks proactively. Responsible for timely and accurate ROE submissions assisting with T4 reconciliation and RL-1 filings and maintains audit-ready documentation and support for internal/external audits.
Cross-functional collaboration and support: Partners with HR, Finance, Legal, Tax, and HR Technology teams, provides Tier 2 payroll support, acts as a key contact for payroll inquiries, and collaborates on system improvements and payroll projects.
Continuous improvement and technology use: Identifies automation opportunities to reduce manual work, supports process improvements, leverages Workday and payroll vendor platforms, and tracks payroll performance metrics to optimize operations.
We offer a number of accommodations to complete our interview process including screen readers, sign language interpreters, accessible and single location for in-person interviews, closed captioning, and other reasonable modifications as needed. If you discover, as you navigate our application process, that you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please complete the Candidate Accommodation Request Form.
NIKE, Inc. is a growth company that looks for team members to grow with it. Nike offers a generous total rewards package, casual work environment, a diverse and inclusive culture, and an electric atmosphere for professional development. No matter the location, or the role, every Nike employee shares one galvanizing mission: To bring inspiration and innovation to every athlete* in the world.
NIKE, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability.
What You Can Expect
OUR HIRING GAME PLAN
01 Apply
Our teams are made up of diverse skillsets, knowledge bases, inputs, ideas and backgrounds. We want you to find your fit – review job descriptions, departments and teams to discover the role for you.
02 Meet a Recruiter or Take an Assessment
If selected for a corporate role, a recruiter will reach out to start your interview process and be your main contact throughout the process. For retail roles, you’ll complete an interactive assessment that includes a chat and quizzes and takes about 10-20 minutes to complete. No matter the role, we want to learn about you – the whole you – so don’t shy away from how you approach world-class service and what makes you unique.
03 Interview
Go into this stage confident by doing your research, understanding what we are looking for and being prepared for questions that are set up to learn more about you, and your background.
Position Type
Full Time
Career area
Human Resources
Location
1 Bowerman Drive, Beaverton, Oregon 97005, United States
Job ID
R-86454
Become a Part of the NIKE, Inc. Team
NIKE, Inc. does more than outfit the world’s best athletes. It’s a place where passionate individuals come together to create the future of sport. We are unapologetic about who we are and what we’re after—bringing innovation and inspiration to every athlete* in the world. We look for athletes who can push boundaries, elevate our potential and continue leading us to greatness. The next tastemakers, playmakers, risk takers and glue players. Are you game?
WHO YOU’LL WORK WITH
As the Senior Payroll Analyst, you will report to the Americas Payroll Director. This team drives accurate, compliant payroll operations across the region. You’ll partner closely with HR, Finance, Legal, Tax, HR Technology, and external vendors to develop and deliver seamless end to end processes that results in excellent employee experiences for our athletes and contributing to multi-country payroll execution.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
We are looking for a payroll professional who brings precision, ownership, and a drive to payroll processes with efficiency, accuracy and timeliness. This individual thrives in fast-paced environments where accuracy matters and deadlines are non-negotiable. You know Canadian payroll inside and out and understand how it connects to the broader employee experience.
You are a direct liaison for all Canada payroll issues, changes and enhancements, and will partner closely with cross functional teams and vendors. You will also provide operational payroll support for other countries in the Americas region. The ideal candidate should be equally comfortable diving into complex payroll transactions and stepping back to identify opportunities for automation and improvement. With a sharp analytical mindset and a focus on outcomes, you will continuously elevate processes while ensuring regulatory compliance.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 3+ years of experience in Canadian payroll administration including Canadian payroll regulations and statutory requirements including timekeeping, vacation pay, leaves and terminations, and ROEs
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, or related field. Will accept any suitable combination of education, experience and training
- Payroll certifications (CPP, FPC, or Canadian Payroll Processional PCP/PLP) preferred
- Experience working in multi-country or shared services payroll environments
- Experience with payroll audits, reconciliations, and complex transactions (e.g., garnishments)
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel)
- Experience working in Workday, UKG/Kronos, ADP Globalview & Smartcompliance
- Accurate under pressure with strong analytical thinking and attention to detail
- Highly organized, collaborative, and customer-focused in fast-paced environments
WHAT YOU’LL WORK ON
You’ll own the end-to-end payroll experience for Canada while supporting broader Americas payroll operations. Your work will ensure every employee is paid accurately and on time while strengthening systems, processes, and partnerships behind the scenes.
Payroll operations and accuracy: Responsible for end-to-end payroll processing including off-cycle payments, time and attendance administration (holidays and leave of absence), garnishments, reconciliations, audits, and year-end filings, ensuring payroll funding and disbursement are timely and accurate using established controls across multiple systems (including Workday, UKG, ADP GlobalView and Smartcompliance).
Compliance and risk management: Ensures adherence to federal and provincial payroll regulations such as income tax, CPP, EI, and Workers’ Compensation, submits statutory obligations on time, and monitors vendor compliance while escalating risks proactively. Responsible for timely and accurate ROE submissions assisting with T4 reconciliation and RL-1 filings and maintains audit-ready documentation and support for internal/external audits.
Cross-functional collaboration and support: Partners with HR, Finance, Legal, Tax, and HR Technology teams, provides Tier 2 payroll support, acts as a key contact for payroll inquiries, and collaborates on system improvements and payroll projects.
Continuous improvement and technology use: Identifies automation opportunities to reduce manual work, supports process improvements, leverages Workday and payroll vendor platforms, and tracks payroll performance metrics to optimize operations.
We offer a number of accommodations to complete our interview process including screen readers, sign language interpreters, accessible and single location for in-person interviews, closed captioning, and other reasonable modifications as needed. If you discover, as you navigate our application process, that you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please complete the Candidate Accommodation Request Form.
NIKE, Inc. is a growth company that looks for team members to grow with it. Nike offers a generous total rewards package, casual work environment, a diverse and inclusive culture, and an electric atmosphere for professional development. No matter the location, or the role, every Nike employee shares one galvanizing mission: To bring inspiration and innovation to every athlete* in the world.
NIKE, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability.
What You Can Expect
OUR HIRING GAME PLAN
01 Apply
Our teams are made up of diverse skillsets, knowledge bases, inputs, ideas and backgrounds. We want you to find your fit – review job descriptions, departments and teams to discover the role for you.
02 Meet a Recruiter or Take an Assessment
If selected for a corporate role, a recruiter will reach out to start your interview process and be your main contact throughout the process. For retail roles, you’ll complete an interactive assessment that includes a chat and quizzes and takes about 10-20 minutes to complete. No matter the role, we want to learn about you – the whole you – so don’t shy away from how you approach world-class service and what makes you unique.
03 Interview
Go into this stage confident by doing your research, understanding what we are looking for and being prepared for questions that are set up to learn more about you, and your background.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Payroll Analyst
Target large employers with dedicated payroll teams
Companies with 500 or more employees are far more likely to have the legal infrastructure and budget to sponsor visas. Smaller firms often lack the HR capacity to manage H-1B or E-3 petitions for payroll hires.
Emphasize your accounting or finance degree clearly
Payroll Analyst qualifications for H-1B specialty occupation require a directly related degree. Accounting, finance, or business administration degrees are the strongest fit. Ambiguous degree titles can invite USCIS scrutiny during petition review.
Highlight systems expertise in your resume
Proficiency in payroll platforms like Workday, ADP, or SAP strengthens your case. Employers sponsoring visas want candidates who reduce onboarding time, and technical skills make the specialty occupation argument easier to support.
Australian citizens should prioritize the E-3 visa
The E-3 has no lottery and far less competition than the H-1B. For Australians in payroll roles, it offers a faster, more predictable path to U.S. employment authorization that employers can file year-round.
Get familiar with the LCA process before interviews
Employers must file a Labor Condition Application before sponsoring an H-1B or E-3. Knowing this process signals seriousness to hiring managers and helps you answer sponsorship timeline questions confidently during interviews.
Use Migrate Mate to find verified sponsoring employers
Not every company that posts a Payroll Analyst role is willing to sponsor. Migrate Mate filters for employers with active sponsorship history, saving you time and reducing the frustration of applying to roles that won't work.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Payroll Analyst role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Generally yes, but it depends on how the employer defines the role. USCIS expects the position to normally require a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific field, such as accounting, finance, or human resources. Payroll Analyst roles that include tax compliance, multi-state payroll processing, or system configuration are stronger candidates than entry-level data entry positions. The employer's job description does most of the work here.
What degree do I need to get sponsored as a Payroll Analyst?
A bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or human resources is the standard expectation. Degrees in information systems can also qualify if the role involves payroll software implementation or data analysis. A general business degree without a clear payroll or finance concentration may face more scrutiny. If your degree field is adjacent, relevant certifications like the Fundamental Payroll Certification can help reinforce your qualifications.
Which types of employers are most likely to sponsor Payroll Analysts?
Large employers in healthcare, financial services, technology, and retail tend to sponsor the most Payroll Analyst roles, because they run complex, high-volume payroll operations that justify the investment. Companies using enterprise platforms like Workday or SAP often prefer experienced candidates regardless of visa status. You can browse sponsoring employers directly on Migrate Mate, which filters job listings by sponsorship history.
How does the H-1B lottery affect my chances as a Payroll Analyst?
The H-1B lottery applies to all cap-subject petitions regardless of job title. In recent years, selection rates have been around 25%, which means even a strong application may not be selected. One way around this is cap-exempt employers, such as universities and nonprofit research institutions, which can sponsor H-1B visa workers outside the lottery. Australian citizens have a significant advantage here because the E-3 visa bypasses the lottery entirely.
Can I transfer my H-1B to a new Payroll Analyst role at a different employer?
Yes. Under H-1B portability rules, you can start working for a new employer as soon as they file a transfer petition, as long as your prior H-1B was approved and you've maintained valid status. The new employer must file a fresh I-129 and LCA specific to your new role. If your title or responsibilities change significantly, the specialty occupation argument may need to be rebuilt in the new petition.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Payroll Analyst jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.