
Payroll Analyst at C3 AI (Redwood City, CA)
C3 AI· Redwood City, CA· $78k–$99k·
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Job description
C3 AI (NYSE: AI), is the Enterprise AI application software company. C3 AI delivers a family of fully integrated products including the C3 Agentic AI Platform, an end-to-end platform for developing, deploying, and operating enterprise AI applications, C3 AI applications, a portfolio of industry-specific SaaS enterprise AI applications that enable the digital transformation of organizations globally, and C3 Generative AI, a suite of domain-specific generative AI offerings for the enterprise. Learn more at: C3 AI
C3 AI is seeking a Payroll Analyst to join our team at our Redwood City offices. In this role, you will be highly involved in various aspects of the payroll processes and initiatives. We seek a hands-on, self-motivated individual with experience thriving in high-growth environments. This role offers an opportunity to make a significant impact within our organization.
Please note that this position is full-time and located onsite at our Redwood City office.
Responsibilities:
- Process semi-monthly, multi state US payroll, including medical benefits, FSA, ESPP, 401(k) contributions and loans.
- Manage daily stock activities such as exercise and vesting.
- Work closely with HR team on employee matters including new hires, terminations, leave of absences and other changes that affect payroll.
- Maintain payroll operations by ensuring compliance with established company procedures and federal and state regulations.
- Prepare payroll journal entries and assist with GL account reconciliations for month-end close.
- Participate in quarterly reviews, annual audit, and SOX requests.
- Provide cross-functional support to the accounting team, including AP operations and GL, as business needs require.
- Act as the point of contact for payroll related questions and inquires.
- Assist in ad hoc requests including but not limited to 401(k) audit, worker’s comp audit, insurance renewals, benefits requests, and payroll cash flows.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a similar field.
- 3+ years of experience processing U.S. payroll.
- Experience working in a high-growth company, preferably in the software industry.
- Proficiency in daily tasks but also adaptable to changing priorities.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Experience with NetSuite Payroll is a plus.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future company sponsorship. C3 AI provides excellent benefits, a competitive compensation package and generous equity plan.
California Base Pay Range $78,000—$99,000 USD
C3 AI is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected characteristics, including disabled and veteran status.
Why work at C3 AI
- Culture highlights: Emphasizes a culture of curiosity, integrity, collective intelligence, and innovation. Described as a team-oriented environment where employees solve "previously unsolvable" problems. c3.ai
- Remote/hybrid/office policy: Offers a mix of on-site and remote roles. Major offices in Redwood City (HQ), Guadalajara (second-largest engineering hub), and others across the US, Europe, and Asia. c3.ai
- Notable perks:
- Equity: Restricted stock units (RSUs) granted to all full-time employees.
- Education: Full tuition coverage for a master’s degree in computer science from the University of Illinois; $25,000 cash bonus, 15% raise, and stock grant upon completion.
- Parental Leave: Up to 10–12 weeks paid leave for mothers, 4 weeks for all parents.
- Time Off: 15 days PTO (increasing with tenure) plus 10 paid holidays.
- Health: Competitive medical, dental, and vision coverage; global health insurance for business travelers.
- Retirement: 401K plan via Charles Schwab.
- Continuous Learning: Monthly training sessions, weekly lunch-and-learns, and bonuses for completing online courses.
- Engineering culture: Strong focus on full-stack, scalable enterprise AI applications. Interns and early professionals receive mentorship, bonuses for self-learning, and support for professional development. c3.ai