Payroll Specialist

Ready to contribute to the heartbeat of NativePath? This new role empowers you to drive every stage of payroll—from onboarding to W-2 distribution—while keeping us sharp, compliant, and organized. You’ll be the go-to for our team’s payroll questions, handle high-impact compensation reports, and work closely with the payroll team, the human resources team, timekeeping platforms, and benefits systems to keep our operations smooth and secure.This role also allows you to flex your curiosity and grow your compliance expertise with opportunities in multi-state registration, tax filings, and special HR projects. Every number you touch, and regulation you master, supports a thriving, mission-driven workplace.If you're detail-obsessed, calm under pressure, and excited to learn the finer points of payroll compliance, this is your spotlight moment.ResponsibilitiesProcess company-wide payroll for NativePath, including terminations, bonuses, and regularly scheduled semi-monthly payrollExport hours from time-keeping platforms and import into Namely’s payroll system, after confirming accuracy with managersServe as point of contact for all payroll-related questions including inquiries and correctionsServe as point of contact with benefits brokers for employment updates and collaborate to update benefits administration portalImport deduction information from designated benefits platform to payrollAdd and update pay frequency, rate, and Tax IDs into our payroll system, NamelyAssist team members with direct deposit and withholding tax questionCollaborate with accounting to send international contractor paymentsOversee the preparation, accuracy, and timely distribution of year-end W-2 forms and 1095 formsMaintain compliance with all federal, state, and local regulatory requirements related to payroll processingReview all Tax notifications that arrive via mail/email, research, and assist in processingMaintain and regularly update Payroll databases in NotionManage all Unemployment Insurance claims receivedRegister payroll in applicable states and/or localities for all new hires and applicable address changesFile returns and send payments for states/localities not handled by NamelyTrack and request refunds for overpaid balances or uploading them to Namely to offset paymentsDiscover, recommend, and execute approved opportunities to Kaizen our processes within payroll keeping our small team sharp and fully optimizedGenerate annual total compensation reports at the beginning of each yearQualifications5+ years of recent experience processing full cycle payroll utilizing a 3rd party vendorAssociate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in accounting/finance strongly preferredIn lieu of an accounting or finance degree, 5+ years of full-cycle payroll is requiredExperience working with Namely HRIS and Payroll platforms is strongly preferredExperience with payroll tax and sales tax complianceStrong familiarity with payroll practices, compliance, and processes, especially with CA and WA payroll lawsMust have strong analytical and organizational skills, be detail-oriented, and deadline-drivenAbility to handle time-consuming and tedious tasks with accuracyProficient in Google Sheets and Excel (e.g., VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables)Proficient in use of Notion or other project management tracking tools strongly preferredStrong commitment to confidentiality and safeguarding employee recordsProactive problem solver who identifies root causes and implements scalable, best-practice solutions with minimal direction and strong collaboration.Available during core EST hoursWho are we?We’re firm believers that the Standard American Diet is the pitfall to several of the preventable health conditions arising in our society today (including heart disease, diabetes, and neurological disorders). That’s why we created NativePath—a health & wellness company that blends Ancestral Wisdom with Modern Science to offer over 30 different supplements, monthly wellness challenges, and free courses to restore and reset people's health. Since 2017, over 1 million people have gotten “On The Path” with us and, by doing so, have reversed pain, renewed energy, and aged more gracefully.We provide a rewarding, collaborative, and exciting work environment focusing on personal growth. Our leaders host weekly company-wide culture calls designed to foster team spirit, encourage movement, and build our community. In 2025, the entire company was flown to a ranch in Bend, OR, for team-building activities and had a blast while doing it!If the above resonates with you, we’d love to hear from you!Job TypeFull-TimeExemptWork Location & Schedule:100% RemoteMonday-Friday EST core business hoursCompensation, Benefits, & Perks$65,000 - $80,000/yr DOE, and discretionary end-of-year bonus opportunityFree NativePath products each month because our employee’s well-being is always top of mindPTO and 9 paid holidays + 1 floating holiday to recharge your batteries and be your best selJumpstart your week with our Monday Culture Call and develop deeper connections with the entire team, gain further knowledge of NativePath’s wellness philosophies, and participate in light movement sessions!Competitive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, and moreAccess our 401K program + a match to help secure your future as you grow with NativePath100% remote workplace because we know our best work happens when we’re in our natural habitatsAll-company events at incredible locations to bond with your colleagues (and have a little fun)TechnologyWe are a bring-your-own-device company. All team members must supply their own:Computer - PC or MAC with reliable broadband internet and at least 16GB of RAMReliable Broadband Internet - minimum of 100 MbpsCompany Website & Social Media Linkswww.nativepath.comwww.facebook.com/nativepathhttps://www.instagram.com/nativepath/?hl=enhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/nativepathhttps://www.pinterest.com/NativePath/https://www.tiktok.com/@nativepathPowered by JazzHR