Jr. (U.S) Payroll Associate

Remote - Bangalore, KA

Company Overview:

Lumber is an all-in-one construction workforce management platform that seamlessly

streamlines payroll, time tracking, safety, compliance, field productivity, rewards, and recognition

for building contractors.

Job Title: Jr. Payroll Associate

Location: Remote (US shift-timings)

Department : Customer Success

Role & Responsibilities:

● Assist in onboarding new US payroll clients by supporting the migration process or

setting up payroll from scratch.

● Support accurate payroll processing on a weekly, bi-weekly, or semi-monthly schedule,

depending on client requirements.

● Help identify and resolve payroll discrepancies under supervision and document

resolutions accurately.

● Support management of employee benefits like health plans and 401(k) contributions.

● Answer basic queries about taxes, pay stubs, W-2s, and forms (W-4/W-9).

● Collaborate with internal teams to improve processes and address recurring issues.

● Contribute to updating knowledge bases, onboarding materials, and support

documentation.

● Handle sensitive information responsibly and comply with data security policies.

● Gather and report client feedback to enhance the onboarding and payroll processes.

Requirements:

● 1+ year experience in US Payroll

● B.com graduates with overall 85% throughout their academic qualification.

● CPA Certification required.

● Basic understanding of MS Excel or payroll software is a plus.

● Strong attention to detail, analytical skills, and a willingness to learn.

● Effective written and verbal communication skills.

● Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks

efficiently.