Oyster

Analyst, Payroll – Finance Transformation

Oyster

full-time

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Location Type: Remote

Location: United States

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Tech Stack

SQL

About the role

  • Align payroll calculations with accounting, tax, and compliance requirements
  • Process and validate structured input data (salary, bonuses, leave) to ensure accurate payroll runs
  • Continually inspect and analyse payroll data, flagging and escalating any inconsistencies.
  • Define and document operational requirements for technical implementation
  • Map product features to payroll workflows, ensuring seamless integration
  • Translate manual payroll logic into structured rules that can be automated
  • Perform user testing of new features to ensure operational edge cases are covered
  • Support the documentation and improvement of payroll workflows and edge cases
  • Identify repetitive tasks that could be standardised or automated
  • Contribute to the creation of scalable logic and templates for multi-country payroll
  • Use Alteryx to automate payroll workflows, reduce manual work, and improve data accuracy
  • Communicate clearly and professionally with internal stakeholders (Finance, Product, Engineering, Ops)
  • Help track open items, missing data, or blockers across cross-functional teams
  • Take ownership of smaller deliverables and follow up with the right people to resolve issues
  • Be proactive, organised, and eager to contribute to a high-performing, globally distributed team

Requirements

  • 3+ years of experience in finance, accounting, or data roles, with a focus on automating manual processes
  • Hands-on experience with data transformation tools like Alteryx or similar automation platforms
  • Familiarity with payroll systems and how payroll intersects with accounting, tax, and compliance
  • Strong understanding of core financial and payroll concepts (e.g. gross vs. net, statutory deductions, benefits)
  • Experience working in fast-paced, innovative environments
  • Proficiency in SQL, Looker, or other BI tools
  • Experience with process mapping and workflow optimization
  • Strong analytical mindset and attention to detail
  • Educational background in Finance, Accounting, Business, or Data (or equivalent practical experience)
  • Strong proficiency in Excel or Google Sheets; familiarity with structured data is a plus
  • Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks, and follow through on deadlines.
Benefits
  • Work from anywhere: Oyster has no borders or HQ. As long as work is timely, your team is supported, and you're authorized to work where you live, you can work from anywhere.
  • Paid time off: Enjoy 40 days off per year (including holidays and vacation), or more if required by your country.
  • Mental health support: Access Plumm, our mental well-being service.
  • Wellbeing allowance: Each month, receive a wellbeing allowance in your ThanksBen wallet. Spend it on a wide range of options; see the benefits catalogue for ideas.
  • Flexible parental leave: All new parents are eligible for at least three months’ paid leave, with job protection for up to 12 months or as required locally.
  • WFH stipend: Receive a stipend for your laptop and home office equipment to get you set up quickly.
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
payroll calculationsdata transformationSQLLookerExcelGoogle Sheetsprocess mappingworkflow optimizationdata analysisautomation
Soft Skills
communicationanalytical mindsetattention to detailproactiveorganizationalownershipcollaborationproblem-solvingindependencetime management