Welcome page Returning candidate? Log back in! Payroll Specialist Job Locations US-Remote | US-CA-Santa Cruz ID 2025-3815 Category People Type Regular Full-Time Joby Overview Located in Northern California, the team at Joby Aviation is driven by our goal of creating an affordable, all-electric air transportation system. Imagine a piloted air taxi that takes off vertically, then quietly carries you and your fellow passengers over the congested city streets below, enabling you to spend more time with the people and places that matter most. Since 2009, our team has worked steadily to make this dream a reality. We’ve designed and tested many generations of prototype aircraft capable of serving in a network of electric air taxis. We’re looking for talented, committed individuals to join our team as we push onwards toward certifying the Joby aircraft with the Federal Aviation Administration, scaling our manufacturing, and launching our initial commercial service. Overview

The Payroll Specialist will be responsible for supporting the bi-weekly payroll cycle, leading compliance audits, documenting our policies and procedures, and providing assistance to employees & managers. The Payroll Specialist will be someone who is highly competent with spreadsheets and possesses a high attention to detail. This position is in our People organization and will interact with everyone in the organization. Therefore, the ability to communicate clearly and concisely is a requirement for this role. 

Responsibilities Support the bi-weekly payroll cycle, such as timecard review and pay data imports Perform bi-weekly timecard audits for meal break compliance Document policies and procedures Maintain and troubleshoot physical time clocks Set up payroll in new states and submit timely informational and tax filings Exporting payroll data from ADP and preparing reports in Excel, such as an overtime report As needed, collaborate with the HRIS Analyst on system implementations and data integrity  Required Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business or related field with a minimum 4 years of payroll experience  In lieu of degree, High School Diploma or equivalent with a minimum 7 years of payroll experienceMinimum 2 years of experience using ADP Workforce Now Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel, including INDEX, MATCH, SUMIFS and data analysis functions Self-directed with the ability to work independently High attention to detail and accuracy in reviewing payroll data and reports Ability to identify discrepancies and resolve payroll issues efficiently Excellent documentation and communication skills Demonstrated Time Management skills Experience with manufacturing/production employees Knowledge of payroll-related laws, regulations, and compliance standards (e.g., FLSA, IRS, state, and local tax regulations) 
Desired Fluent in both English and Spanish, with the ability to effectively communicate payroll information to employees in both languages2 or more years of experience in a startup environment Knowledge of SOX compliance standards Benefits administration experience 

 

 

 

Compensation at Joby is a combination of base pay and Restricted Stock Units (RSUs). The target base pay for this position is $70,000 - $106,800/year. The compensation package will be determined by job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. 

 

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Joby is an Equal Opportunity Employer.