Payroll Specialist – Americas

About the Role
OpenTable is looking for a Payroll Specialist – Americas to join our dynamic Finance Team in Norwalk. You’ll be part of a motivated and collaborative group that values accuracy, compliance, and continuous improvement—while also knowing how to have a little fun along the way.

This role is ideal for a detail-oriented professional with hands-on payroll experience, a passion for streamlining processes, and a strong ability to thrive in fast-paced, evolving environments. You’re someone who enjoys working independently, but also excels in team collaboration and cross-functional partnerships.

What You’ll Do

• Process North American payrolls accurately and on time using ADP Workforce Now, Cloudpay, or through coordination with external payroll vendors

• Ensure timely and precise employee payments in accordance with established payroll schedules

• Maintain full compliance with payroll-related regulations and reporting obligations, including taxes, social security, fringe benefits, stock-based compensation, global mobility, and year-end filings

• Partner with internal teams—HR, Accounting, Tax, Legal, and Finance Operations—to ensure comprehensive payroll oversight

• Investigate and resolve payroll-related inquiries, compliance concerns, and reporting or accounting discrepancies

• Serve as the internal payroll expert for all vendor-managed services

• Collaborate with HR Operations to ensure seamless data integration and address issues with practical solutions

• Support payroll-related audits, special projects, and continuous process improvement initiatives

• Manage and maintain relationships with third-party payroll service providers

What We’re Looking For

• Strong knowledge and interest in payroll systems, HR/Accounting platforms—Cloudpay, ADP Workforce Now, NetSuite, and Workday experience preferred

• Professional certification in payroll (CPP or equivalent) and/or accounting credentials preferred

• Experience processing payroll for countries including United States, Mexico, and Canada

• Proven track record in managing payroll accurately, on time, and in full compliance with regulatory requirements

• Deep technical expertise in payroll processes, with a strong foundation in international payroll and compliance

• Demonstrated success improving payroll workflows or systems

• Solid understanding of end-to-end payroll operations, including data flow, systems, reporting, and accounting impacts

• Ability to manage and collaborate with external payroll vendors effectively

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with a professional presence across all organizational levels

• Highly organized, detail-focused, and capable of managing multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-moving environment

• A solutions-oriented mindset and willingness to embrace change

Benefits & Perks

Flexibility & Well-Being

• Work from (almost) anywhere for up to 20 days a year

• Company-paid therapy sessions via SpringHealth

• Free Headspace subscription

• Company-wide week off to recharge—without returning to a backlog of meetings

• No-meeting Fridays

• Paid time off for birthdays and volunteer days

• Generous vacation, sick leave, and paid parental leave

Career Development

• “Development Dollars” for learning and growth

• Leadership training opportunities

• Access to a vast library of on-demand courses

• Travel discounts and employee resource groups

• Comprehensive health and retirement plans

Compensation & Pay Transparency
The hourly range for this U.S.-based position is $35 to $40, with final compensation determined by experience, qualifications, and location. In addition to a competitive base salary, this role may be eligible for an annual bonus. Benefits also include:

• Health insurance and flexible spending accounts

• 401(k) retirement plan

• Life and disability insurance

• Paid holidays and floating holidays

• Paid medical, sick, and bereavement leave