Payroll & Benefits Specialist

About the role

Automatiq is the leading all-in-one software platform in the live event ticketing world, serving resellers of all sizes. Our technology suite streamlines the entire ticket resale process, from effortlessly listing tickets on multiple exchanges to dynamically adjusting prices based on market shifts, and even ensuring tickets reach event-goers promptly. We are data-driven and customer-obsessed as we work to solve interesting and complicated challenges in a fast-growing global market. We are equally relentless in maximizing our team's career goals and aspirations by building a company of people who share the same drive and passion. If you are looking for a culture based on great people, technical excellence, and continued growth - where your contributions and ideas really do make a difference - come join us at Automatiq! Automatiq is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. This position will remain open until filled. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Fair Chance Notice for California Applicants Automatiq considers qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records. Criminal history disclosure or background checks occur only after a conditional job offer. A criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with the following duties of the role: Access to sensitive financial and banking information, transaction data, privileged information, proprietary information, etc. Interactions with customers, employees, vendors, agents, and third parties. Such a history may potentially result in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment. If a conviction directly related to the job raises concerns, candidates will have the opportunity to explain circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or dispute the background report.

Requirements

• 3-5 years of experience in payroll, benefits, or HR operations - ideally with exposure to at least two of the four functional areas above
• Hands-on experience with payroll software
• Working knowledge of federal and multi-state payroll tax law and leave regulations (FMLA, state PFL, etc.)
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, with experience analyzing datasets
• Experience administering benefits programs including open enrollment coordination
• Strong attention to detail - payroll and equity errors have real consequences for real people
• Ability to handle sensitive employee data with discretion and professionalism
• Clear, empathetic communicator - employees should feel informed and supported, not confused
• Nice to Have
• Experience with equity administration platforms (Carta, Pulley, or similar)
• Exposure to equity plan mechanics: option types, vesting schedules, 409A, and related tax concepts
• Experience in a high-growth startup or scale-up environment where programs are built, not just maintained
• HR certification (PHR, SHRM-CP, CPP, or similar)
• Familiarity with HRIS platforms (Rippling, Deel, Workday, BambooHR, or similar)

Additional Information

Automatiq is looking for a detail-oriented and employee-focused Payroll & Benefits Specialist to own the operational backbone of our People function. This role is responsible for running accurate, compliant payroll; administering our equity program; managing leave processes; and ensuring employees have a seamless benefits experience from day one through their tenure. You'll work closely with both the finance and HR team leadership to keep our programs running smoothly. In this high-ownership, high-trust individual contributor role, you will be a key member of our lean, agile HR team.

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