Payroll Coordinator

About the role

ACLED is seeking a Payroll Coordinator to manage US‑based and international payroll processes. The role is fully remote and reports to the Senior Finance Coordinator, supporting the Finance and HR teams.

Key responsibilities

• Manage the full payroll cycle for domestic and international employees, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Process and validate monthly payroll inputs and oversee salary payments.
• Reconcile payroll entries in the accounting system and maintain accurate transaction records.
• Maintain the Humanity time‑and‑attendance tool and ensure correct data processing.
• Collaborate with HR on payroll exceptions, escalations, and employee inquiries.
• Interface with external vendors, pension funds, and financial consultants, maintaining strong relationships.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and legal regulations, including tax filings.
• Support finance audits and lead payroll‑process improvement projects.
• Provide HR support where relevant and perform other duties as required.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, accounting, or related field.
• Minimum three years of payroll administration experience, preferably in a nonprofit.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States.
• Fluent English communication skills.

Required skills

• Advanced Excel
• QuickBooks accounting software
• G‑Suite
• Humanity time‑and‑attendance system
• Timeco
• Asana project‑management tool