# Payroll Specialist at Appian

- Company: Appian
- What the company does: AI automation for critical processes. Appian orchestrates AI agents, systems, and people on an enterprise platform, without replacing your systems. Backed by NEA.
- Company website: https://appian.com/
- Type: Startups
- Level: Mid level
- Location: McLean, Virginia
- Work setup: On-site
- Posted: 2026-08-26
- Apply by: 2026-10-12
- Apply: https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/appian/jobs/8157578
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/appian-payroll-specialist/

## About the role

Are you a highly organized team player with the ability to work in a fast paced environment while maintaining special attention to detail? Do you have a passion for process improvement that allows you to make necessary changes that sets your team up for success? This could be the job for you!

## What they're looking for

- Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
- 1 to 3 years of hands-on US payroll processing experience with demonstrated expertise in multi-state payroll operations
- Working knowledge of FLSA and labor regulations, including overtime calculations, exemption classifications, and wage and hour compliance
- Strong understanding of federal, state, and local tax withholding laws and regulations, with the ability to apply them accurately in payroll processing
- Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
- Proven ability to perform data reconciliations and audits with a high degree of accuracy and analytical rigor

Tags: Human Resources