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To apply for the Senior Payroll Specialist role at Zscaler, you need a minimum of 5 years of experience in processing full cycle payroll. Familiarity with publicly traded companies and experience using payroll software like ADP Workforce Now and Ceridian Dayforce are preferred but not mandatory. Knowledge of global wage and hour laws will make you stand out!

As a Senior Payroll Specialist at Zscaler, you'll thrive in a fast-paced and collaborative environment. We prioritize inclusivity and support, offering a wireless workplace that values innovation and encourages employees to bring their best selves to work. You'll be part of a dynamic team dedicated to exceeding expectations.

Yes! The Senior Payroll Specialist position at Zscaler is available as a hybrid role or fully remote, designed for individuals within Pacific time hours. We believe in offering flexibility to our employees so they can find a work-life balance that suits them best.

In the Senior Payroll Specialist role at Zscaler, you'll be responsible for processing semi-monthly payroll for U.S. and Canadian employees, managing equity transactions, and handling variable pay runs. You'll also ensure compliance with tax withholding regulations for both employees and employers.

Zscaler offers a comprehensive benefits program for its employees, including various health plans, time off for vacation and sick leave, parental leave options, retirement plans, and educational reimbursement. We’re committed to supporting our team members through various life stages.

Absolutely! Zscaler is dedicated to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion within its workforce. We encourage individuals from all backgrounds and identities to apply for the Senior Payroll Specialist position and contribute to our mission of secure business environments for all.

As a Senior Payroll Specialist at Zscaler, you will primarily use ADP Workforce Now, Ceridian Dayforce, and other financial software like Microsoft Excel and NetSuite to perform payroll processing and reporting efficiently.

In answering this question, detail your tasks from data collection and entry to issuing final payroll reports. Highlight your understanding of deadlines, tax implications, and adherence to compliance in your processes.

Demonstrate your attention to detail by discussing your personal workflow. Share your methods for double-checking entries, utilizing payroll reports, and collaboration with accounting for reconciliations.

If you have experience with either software, mention specific functionalities you've used. If not, express your eagerness to learn and adapt by discussing your proficiency with other payroll systems.

Discuss a specific instance where you identified an error, how you rectified it, and your communication skills in addressing it with affected employees. This shows problem-solving capability.

Speak about your understanding of federal and state regulations that affect payroll, including tax laws and employee rights. Demonstrating knowledge of compliance shows your credibility in the role.

Share resources you utilize, such as webinars, professional associations, or news outlets that focus on payroll and HR legislation. This showcases your commitment to continuous learning in the field.

Illustrate your method for processing different types of payments and ensuring accuracy with proper reporting and tax withholding. Provide an example of when you successfully managed such situations in past roles.

Explain any techniques you use to ensure compliance with different state laws or regulations. Detail your process for managing remote payroll, data security, and communication with those employees.

Prepare a specific example, focusing on your thought process, the solution you implemented, and the positive outcome of your efforts. This illustrates your analytical and problem-solving skills.

Reflect on qualities like integrity, accuracy, and dependability as crucial traits for success in payroll. Share how you embody these traits and what they mean to you professionally.