Sr. Payroll Operations Specialist

Location: United States, Remote; USA-CA-Telecommute

Salary: $135,900–$203,900 USD base pay annually, with possible bonus eligibility.

Company

hirify.global is the entertainment and technology brand of Sony Interactive Entertainment, delivering hardware, network services, and interactive entertainment experiences globally.

What you will do

• Coordinate and execute payroll activities across multiple US and Canadian pay groups and processing cycles.
• Manage payroll schedules, checklists, audits, reconciliations, leaves of absence, international assignees, terminations, and special payments.
• Coordinate Payroll Analyst assignments and priorities without direct people-management responsibility.
• Collaborate with HR, Benefits, Leaves, Finance, technical teams, and regional and global stakeholders to resolve issues and support testing.
• Manage employee payroll inquiries and monitor accuracy, timeliness, exceptions, and case-resolution metrics.
• Identify root causes and implement improvements using AI, automation, and analytical tools.

Requirements

• 7+ years of progressive payroll experience supporting US and Canadian payroll operations.
• Hands-on experience with Dayforce Payroll and Workday HCM.
• Strong understanding of end-to-end payroll processes, compliance requirements, and operational dependencies.
• Experience supporting international assignees or cross-border payroll activities.
• Ability to organize complex workflows, manage competing priorities, and meet critical deadlines.
• Experience working collaboratively within a regional payroll team in a global organization.
• Strong analytical, Excel, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Experience with payroll audits, case management, process improvement, and performance metrics.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience.
• Familiarity with AI and automation tools for payroll efficiency and accuracy.

Nice to have

• Dayforce Workforce Management experience.
• CPP, PCP, or PLP certification.

Culture & Benefits

• Remote role covered by SIE's hybrid working policy.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Matching 401(k), paid time off, wellness program, and Sony product discounts.
• Possible bonus package eligibility.
• Background checks are conducted at the offer stage.