Payroll Specialist

Zendesk is hiring a Payroll Specialist to join our fully remote team in the United States. As a Payroll Specialist, you'll keep our finances accurate, compliant, and insightful. This is a freelance, work-from-home role open to candidates across the US (Remote — Anywhere in the 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: • Reconcile accounts and support month-end close • Ensure compliance with policies and regulations • Prepare and review financial statements • Analyze budgets and variances • Support audits and reporting What we offer: • Home office and wellness stipends • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage • Paid parental leave • 401(k) retirement plan with company match • Annual learning and professional development budget How we work We're remote-first and async-friendly. Expect clear documentation, regular feedback, supportive teammates, and real opportunities to grow your career. Zendesk is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for everyone.

Minimum qualifications: • 2+ years of relevant experience • Proficiency with Excel and accounting software • Strong attention to detail • Accounting or finance background • Understanding of GAAP Nice to have: • Experience working in a fully remote or distributed team • Familiarity with modern collaboration tools (Slack, Notion, Linear)