Junior Payroll Specialist, Payroll

IBM is hiring a Junior Payroll Specialist, Payroll to join our fully remote team in the United States. As a Junior Payroll Specialist, Payroll, you'll keep our finances accurate, compliant, and insightful. This is a freelance, work-from-home role open to candidates across the US (Remote — US). About the role You'll keep our finances accurate, compliant, and insightful, partnering with a friendly, distributed team across US time zones. We care about outcomes over hours and give you the autonomy, tools, and support to do your best work from home. What you'll do: • Analyze budgets and variances • Support audits and reporting • Reconcile accounts and support month-end close • Ensure compliance with policies and regulations • Prepare and review financial statements What we offer: • 401(k) retirement plan with company match • Flexible working hours across US time zones • Annual learning and professional development budget • Competitive salary and meaningful equity • Home office and wellness stipends How we work We're remote-first and async-friendly. Expect clear documentation, regular feedback, supportive teammates, and real opportunities to grow your career. IBM is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for everyone.

Minimum qualifications: • 0–2 years of experience or equivalent training • Analytical mindset • Accounting or finance background • Proficiency with Excel and accounting software • Strong attention to detail Nice to have: • A track record of taking ownership and shipping independently • A growth mindset and eagerness to keep learning