Who we are:
Motive empowers the people who run physical operations with tools to make their work safer, more productive, and more profitable. For the first time ever, safety, operations and finance teams can manage their drivers, vehicles, equipment, and fleet related spend in a single system. Combined with industry leading AI, the Motive platform gives you complete visibility and control, and significantly reduces manual workloads by automating and simplifying tasks.
Motive serves nearly 100,000 customers – from Fortune 500 enterprises to small businesses – across a wide range of industries, including transportation and logistics, construction, energy, field service, manufacturing, agriculture, food and beverage, retail, and the public sector.
Visit gomotive.com to learn more.
About the role
We are seeking an experienced Sr. Payroll Analyst with 5–7 years of expertise in processing both U.S. and international payroll operations. The ideal candidate will have solid experience with ADP systems, payroll accounting, and general ledger reporting. This role requires a detail-oriented professional who can ensure accurate payroll processing, compliance, and financial reconciliation across multiple jurisdictions. The Sr. Payroll Analyst will act as a key liaison between HR, Finance, and external payroll providers to drive process improvements and deliver timely, accurate payrolls.
What You'll Do:
- Process and administer end-to-end semi-monthly payroll for the US and Canadian Employees, and provide backup support for international payrolls (Mexico, and the UK).
- Review payroll data, timesheets, and system inputs to ensure accuracy and compliance.
- Respond to employee inquiries and provide resolution for payroll issues
- Support the Accounting Team with payroll GL inquiries; prepare, review, and reconcile payroll-related journal entries and reports.
- Generate payroll reports for partners and stakeholders, including tax, benefits, overtime, and other payroll-related metrics.
- Support year-end processes such as W-2 distribution, international tax filings, and statutory reporting.
- Assist with processing RSU transactions and equity-related payroll items within ADP.
- Partner with HR and Finance teams globally to streamline payroll operations and identify opportunities for automation and efficiency.
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll tax regulations as well as international labor and tax requirements.
- Respond to employee payroll inquiries and provide timely resolution while maintaining a high level of customer service.
What We're Looking For:
- 5–7 years of payroll experience with hands-on exposure to both U.S. and international payrolls.
- Strong working knowledge of ADP systems (Workforce Now or equivalent).
- Practical experience with general ledger reconciliations, accounting processes, and payroll reporting.
- Advanced Excel skills (VLOOKUP, pivot tables, reconciliations) and familiarity with payroll reporting tools.
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with close attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills for cross-functional collaboration.
Preferred Skills
- Experience with Workday or other HCM platforms integrated with ADP.
- Exposure to international payroll systems, vendor management, or mobility-related tax/payroll considerations.
- Knowledge of equity payroll processes including RSUs and stock-related transactions.
Creating a diverse and inclusive workplace is one of Motive's core values. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome people of different backgrounds, experiences, abilities and perspectives.
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Skills Required
- 5-7 years of payroll experience, including hands-on U.S. and international payroll experience
- Strong working knowledge of ADP systems, such as Workforce Now or equivalent
- Experience with general ledger reconciliations, accounting processes, and payroll reporting
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including VLOOKUP, pivot tables, and reconciliations
- Analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail
- Ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills for cross-functional collaboration
- Experience with Workday or another HCM platform integrated with ADP
- Exposure to international payroll systems, vendor management, or mobility-related tax and payroll considerations
- Knowledge of equity payroll processes, including RSUs and stock-related transactions
What the Team is Saying
Motive Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Medical, dental, and vision coverage plus free mental‑health support are prominently offered, including access to Lyra Health. The breadth of core health benefits is positioned as a cornerstone of the package.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Generous vacation/PTO, local holidays, sick time, and enhanced parental leave are highlighted across company materials. The time‑off framework is presented as flexible and comprehensive.
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Retirement Support — A retirement plan with company match is promoted alongside life and disability insurance. Financial protections and long‑term savings features are emphasized as part of total rewards.
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What We Do
Motive builds technology to improve the safety, productivity, and profitability of businesses that power the physical economy. The Motive Automated Operations Platform combines IoT hardware with AI-powered applications to automate vehicle and equipment tracking, driver safety, compliance, maintenance, spend management, and more. Motive serves more than 120,000 businesses, across a wide range of industries including trucking and logistics, construction, oil and gas, food and beverage, field service, agriculture, passenger transit, and delivery. Visit gomotive.com to learn more.
Why Work With Us
We work hard, with humility and we see our efforts rewarded in tangible ways every day. At Motive, you’ll have the chance to make a difference for the drivers who keep our world moving. We trust each other to do great work because together we can achieve collective goals that reach beyond the physical economy.
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