AT A GLANCE
RVO Health is seeking a talented and motivated Payroll Analyst to process and administer payroll operations while ensuring compliance with all applicable regulations. This critical role within the HR Operations team focuses on executing payroll, resolving tax and compliance issues, and collaborating with stakeholders in Human Capital, Finance, and Legal. The Senior Payroll Analyst is a subject matter expert, ensuring payroll processes are accurate, efficient, and aligned with organizational goals. This role focuses on analytical, compliance, and process improvement responsibilities.
Where You'll Be
To prioritize togetherness, culture, and accountability, RVO Health operates on an in-office work schedule. We expect employees to work from our Charlotte, NC office Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday each week. You are welcome to work remotely Mondays and Fridays if you wish.
What You’ll Do
Payroll Execution and Analysis
- Process end-to-end payroll for all employees, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
- Reconcile payroll accounts in partnership with Finance, resolving discrepancies and ensuring proper allocation of payroll expenses.
- Execute payroll adjustments, including bonuses, equity payouts, garnishments, and retroactive payments, with precision.
Compliance and Audits
- Conduct payroll tax audits to ensure compliance with tax laws, labor regulations, and company policies.
- Collaborate with tax authorities to resolve payroll-related tax issues promptly and implement corrective measures to avoid penalties.
- Ensure timely preparation and submission of year-end tax forms (e.g., W-2s, 1099s) and compliance filings.
Process Improvement and Strategic Impact
- Identify and recommend enhancements to payroll systems and processes, focusing on scalability, automation, and efficiency.
- Lead payroll-related projects such as system upgrades, integrations, and new process rollouts.
- Develop and document standard operating procedures (SOPs) for payroll processes to ensure consistency and reliability.
Collaboration and Cross-Functional Support
- Serve as a liaison between payroll, benefits, and finance teams to ensure seamless integration and resolution of payroll-related issues.
- Provide subject matter expertise on complex payroll scenarios, including multi-state taxation, expatriate payroll, and equity compensation.
- Communicate payroll policies and updates clearly to employees, developing resources such as FAQs and training materials.
What We’re Looking For
Experience and Education
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Experience: 3+ years of experience in a payroll or payroll analyst role, ideally in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) preferred but not required.
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Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Human Resources, or a related field.
Technical Expertise
- Comprehensive knowledge of payroll laws and regulations, including multi-state and global tax compliance.
- Experience with payroll systems such as ADP Workforce Now or similar HRIS platforms.
- Familiarity with equity compensation and global payroll operations.
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*Payroll Tax Reconciliation: Proven experience reconciling payroll tax withholdings and payments, ensuring accurate reporting, compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, and efficient resolution of discrepancies.
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*Multi-State Payroll Tax Compliance: Deep expertise in managing multi-state payroll tax requirements, including jurisdiction registration, precise withholding calculations, and timely filing of state and local tax returns.
Pursuant to various state Fair Pay Acts, below is a summary of compensation elements for this role at the company. The following benefits are provided by RVO Health, subject to eligibility requirements.
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Starting Salary: $65,000 - $75,000
*Note actual salary is based on geographic location, qualifications and experience
- Access to a Free Udemy for Business subscription—thousands of hours of learning content on hundreds of different subjects at your fingertips
- Health Insurance Coverage (medical, dental, and vision)
- Life Insurance
- Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Paid Time Off
- Holiday Pay
- 401(k) with match
- Employee Assistance Program
- Paid Parental Bonding Benefit Program
- Pharmacy Benefits
- Income Protection Plans
- Pet Services Plans
- Mental Health Support
- Wellness Coaching
- HSA- Health Savings Account
- Commuter Benefits
- Gym & Fitness Center Discount Program
Who We Are:
Founded in 2022, RVO Health is a new healthcare platform of digital media brands, services and technologies focused on building relationships with people throughout their health & wellness journey. We meet people where they are in their personal health journeys and connect them with both the information and the care they need. RVO Health was created by joining teams from both Red Ventures and UnitedHealth Group’s Optum Health. Together we’re focused on delivering on our vision of a stronger and healthier world.
RVO Health is comprised of Healthline Media (Healthline, Medical News Today, Psych Central, Greatist and Bezzy), Healthgrades, FindCare and PlateJoy; Optum Perks, Optum Store and the virtual coaching platforms Real Appeal, Wellness Coaching, and QuitForLife.
We offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits program for full-time employees, including medical, dental and vision coverage, paid time off, life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, 401(k) plan and a paid parental leave program.
RVO Health is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or any other basis protected by law. Employment at RVO Health is based solely on a person's merit and qualifications.
We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with disabilities. This includes providing reasonable accommodation where appropriate. Should you require a reasonable accommodation to apply or participate in the job application or interview process, please contact [email protected].
We do not provide visa sponsorship for this role at this time.
