Payroll Analyst

C3 AI (NYSE: AI), is the Enterprise AI application software company. C3 AI delivers a family of fully integrated products including the C3 Agentic AI Platform, an end-to-end platform for developing, deploying, and operating enterprise AI applications, C3 AI applications, a portfolio of industry-specific SaaS enterprise AI applications that enable the digital transformation of organizations globally, and C3 Generative AI, a suite of domain-specific generative AI offerings for the enterprise. Learn more at: C3 AI

C3 AI is seeking a Payroll Analyst to join our team at our Redwood City offices. In this role, you will be highly involved in various aspects of the payroll processes and initiatives. We seek a hands-on, self-motivated individual with experience thriving in high-growth environments. This role offers an opportunity to make a significant impact within our organization.

Please note that this position is full-time and located onsite at our Redwood City office.

Responsibilities:

• Process semi-monthly, multi state US payroll, including medical benefits, FSA, ESPP, 401(k) contributions and loans.
• Manage daily stock activities such as exercise and vesting.
• Work closely with HR team on employee matters including new hires, terminations, leave of absences and other changes that affect payroll.
• Maintain payroll operations by ensuring compliance with established company procedures and federal and state regulations.
• Prepare payroll journal entries and assist with GL account reconciliations for month-end close.
• Participate in quarterly reviews, annual audit, and SOX requests.
• Provide cross-functional support to the accounting team, including AP operations and GL, as business needs require.
• Act as the point of contact for payroll related questions and inquires.
• Assist in ad hoc requests including but not limited to 401(k) audit, worker’s comp audit, insurance renewals, benefits requests, and payroll cash flows.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a similar field.
• 3+ years of experience processing U.S. payroll.
• Experience working in a high-growth company, preferably in the software industry.
• Proficiency in daily tasks but also adaptable to changing priorities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with NetSuite Payroll is a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future company sponsorship.