Payroll Coordinator - job 1 of 2

About Datadog:

Datadog is a monitoring service that brings together data from servers, databases, applications, tools, and services to present a unified view of the applications that run at scale in the cloud. These capabilities are provided on a SaaS-based data analytics platform that enables Dev and Ops teams to work collaboratively to avoid downtime, resolve performance problems, and ensure that development and deployment cycles finish on time.

The Team:

At Datadog, People Operations is more than just human resources—it’s a data-driven team dedicated to constantly improving the way we hire, develop, and support our most valuable asset: our people. Our People team are strategic problem solvers who work closely with leadership and employees to ensure that Datadog keeps scaling smoothly and remains a great place to work.

The Opportunity:

Datadog is seeking a Payroll Coordinator to keep up with our rapidly growing company. As a Payroll Coordinator, you will support the U.S. payroll process for over 1,700 employees. Direct responsibilities will include facilitating the semi-monthly payroll for salaried and hourly employees. The Payroll Coordinator will review accuracy and partner closely with our Payroll Manager to ensure payrolls are processed in a timely fashion. You will also be responsible for providing administrative support across our Canada, and Latin America population. Most importantly, you will collaborate with our People and Finance teams to continue to scale this important function.

You Will:

• Support the semi-monthly payroll process from start to finish, ensuring that employees are paid correctly and on time within our Workday payroll module.
• Understand the US function and process payroll according to regulatory requirements.
• Resolve payroll discrepancies by collecting and analyzing information
• Ensure compliance with company policies, federal and state regulations, tax and deduction laws
• Process new hires, terminations, status changes, tax changes, deductions, direct deposits, time sheet data, rate changes, retroactive adjustments, garnishments, and special payments
• Perform audits across all aspects of the system in order to ensure accuracy and reliability
• Maintain and review payroll records according to record retention policy and distribute correspondence to appropriate agencies and/or departments
• Assist in collecting data for internal and external audits, special projects and ad hoc payroll reports
• Collaborate with Professional Employer Organizations (PEO) where needed
• Answer payroll-related questions from employees in a timely manner

You Are:

• At least two to three years of experience processing payroll in a multi-state environment
• Familiarity with payroll systems (Workday is essential)
• Knowledge of legislation relevant to payroll (e.g., Sarbanes-Oxley Act or FLSA)
• Proficiency with Excel and Google Sheets (e.g., pivot tables, VLOOKUP, SUMIF)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational and research skills, and attention to detail
• Sound professional judgment and discretion to handle confidential issues
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment

Why You Should Apply: 

•  Generous and competitive global and US benefits
•  New hire stock equity (RSUs) and employee stock purchase plan
•  Continuous career development and pathing opportunities 
•  Product training to develop an in-depth understanding of our product and space
•  Best in breed onboarding
•  Internal mentor and buddy program cross-departmentally
•  Friendly and inclusive workplace culture

Equal Opportunity at Datadog:

Datadog is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and is proud to offer equal employment opportunity to everyone regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, veteran status, and more. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.

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