Senior Payroll Administrator

Daxko builds the software that powers fitness, wellness, and community organizations—everything from member management and payments to digital engagement and analytics. From small studios to the largest associations, we help thousands of fitness businesses streamline operations, enhance member experiences, and drive sustainable revenue growth. About the role As Daxko's Senior Payroll Administrator, you'll own U.S. payroll from end to end, making sure every teammate gets paid accurately and on time, every time. You'll report to the SVP of People and work closely with People Operations, Finance, and Business Systems to keep payroll running smoothly as Daxko grows. This role suits someone who takes real pride in precision and wants to build a payroll function that people trust. What you'll do Own the full U.S. payroll cycle, managing accuracy, timeliness, and compliance across every federal, state, and local requirement Lead payroll operations in UKG, including system configuration, audits, and ongoing optimization Manage multi-state payroll tax compliance, including unemployment and income tax filings Run year-end payroll close, covering reconciliations, reporting, and compliance deliverables Turn payroll data into clear insights, building dashboards and reports that help leaders make better decisions Guide payroll integration during acquisitions, keeping systems aligned and transitions smooth Serve as the go-to resource for payroll questions, giving employees and internal partners clear, fast answers What you'll bring 5+ years of payroll experience, including end-to-end U.S. payroll processing Hands-on experience with UKG Pro Strong understanding of U.S. payroll regulations, tax requirements, and compliance Advanced Excel skills, including data analysis and reporting Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience Nice to have Experience with UKG People Analytics Experience supporting global payroll or Employer of Record (EOR) environments UKG Payroll or Administration certification CPP (Certified Payroll Professional) certification Familiarity with ACA reporting tools and JIRA Additional Information Daxko is dedicated to pursuing and hiring a diverse workforce. We are committed to diversity in the broadest sense, including thought and perspective, age, ability, nationality, ethnicity, orientation, and gender. The skills, perspectives, ideas, and experiences of all of our team members contribute to the vitality and success of our purpose and values. We truly care for our team members, and this is reflected through our offices, and benefits, and great perks. These perks are only for our full-time team members. Some of our favorites include: 🏝 Flexible paid time off ⚕️ Affordable health, dental, and vision insurance options 💪 Monthly fitness reimbursement 🤑 401(k) matching 🍼 New-Parent Paid Leave 👖 Casual work environments 🏡 Remote work All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. #LI-Remote Where you fall within the compensation range is based on how you demonstrate the skills and competencies needed for the role. We typically reserve the upper half of our compensation bands for team members who have grown within Daxko. In addition to base salary, some roles may be eligible for bonuses, commissions, or other performance-based incentives. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package, recognition programs, and plenty of opportunities to grow your career with us. The pay range for this role is $70,400 – $125,000 per year.