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# Senior Payroll Specialist at A-LIGN External

- **Company:** A-LIGN External
- **Location:** Tampa, FL
- **Work type:** hybrid
- **Posted:** 2026-09-09
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-14
- **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/align/jobs/8785498002

## Job description

## About the Role

The Senior Payroll Specialist will process multi-state payrolls in the United States and the associated activities such as processing 401k files, coordinating payroll tax filings and system setup for multi-state taxes. In addition, the Senior Payroll Specialist will conduct benefit internal audits, create and process payroll journal entries, and perform payroll reconciliations. The Senior Payroll Specialist will also perform other reporting and reconciliations to assist with the goals of the accounting department and the broader business.

As the Senior Payroll Specialist, you will provide exceptional organizational and analytical strategies to help continue growth of our fast-paced company by mastering the payroll nuances of the US payroll and international payrolls (Bulgaria, Ireland, India, Panama, and UK). A-LIGN will depend on you as the Senior Payroll Specialist to support management through meticulous data audits, payroll processing tasks, and the performance of critical journal entries and reconciliations that underpin our financial integrity.

Reports to

Accounting Manager

Pay Classification

Full-Time, Exempt

## Responsibilities

- Execute payroll processing tasks for A-LIGN’s United States operations.
- Assist with international payrolls (Bulgaria, Ireland, India, Panama, and UK).
- Conduct regular audits of financial data to ensure completeness and accuracy across US payrolls
- Partner effectively with both internal departments and external partners to ensure the timeliness of payments and compliance with local regulations
- Perform journal entries, account reconciliations, and other reporting tasks to support the goals of the accounting department
- Prepare documentation and reconciliations to support annual financial statement audits, benefit audits, and other regulatory reviews
- Adapt to changing business priorities in a fast-paced environment, identifying and solving problems to support the broader needs of the business

## Minimum Qualifications

## EDUCATION

- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or Economics or relevant education and experience

## EXPERIENCE

- At least 5 years of experience in payroll, including activities in support of:Standard Earnings, Non-standard earnings, Taxes, Benefits, Payments
- Preferred experience processingpayroll for multi-state employees
- Preferred experience with Workday and CloudPay

## CERTIFICATIONS

- Currently possesses a/an certification required/ CPP Licensed preferred

## SKILLS

- Ability to meet deadlines with a high degree of motivation
- Excellent communication skills
- Thrives in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to work individually as well as collaboratively

## Benefits

- Healthcare, Dental, and Vision Benefits
- Employer Paid Life Insurance and Disability Insurance
- EAP - Employee Assistance Program
- Pet Insurance
- 401(k) Plan with Employer Matching
- Competitive Bonus Structure
- Home Office Reimbursement
- Certification Reimbursement
- Personalized Career Coaching
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Paid Office Closure December 25-January 1
- Vacation Bonus
- Summer Hours

## About A-LIGN

A-LIGN is the leading provider of high-quality, efficient cybersecurity compliance programs. Combining experienced auditors and audit management technology, A-LIGN provides the widest breadth and depth of services including SOC 2, ISO 27001, HITRUST, FedRAMP, and PCI. A-LIGN is the number one issuer of SOC 2 and HITRUST and a top three FedRAMP assessor. To learn more, visit a-lign.com.

Come Work for A-LIGN!

Apply online today at A-LIGN.com and learn about life at A-LIGN by following us on [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/a-lign/posts/?feedView=all).

A-LIGN is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Minorities, women, disabled, and veterans encouraged to apply!

## About A-LIGN External

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: A-LIGN is a technology-enabled security and compliance partner that helps organizations navigate cybersecurity risks through auditing, certification, and managed compliance services.
- **Entity Type**: Private (funding stage not disclosed)
- **Headquarters**: Tampa, Florida, United States (with additional offices in London, Galway, Panama City, Sofia, and Gurugram)
- **Founded**: 2009
- **Founders**: Not publicly available

## Core Business
- **Primary industry/industries**: Cybersecurity, Compliance, Audit, Risk Management
- **Target customers**: B2B – startups to global enterprises; heavily focused on regulated industries (tech, healthcare, government, finance)
- **Mission or purpose statement**: “Help companies like yours navigate the complexities of cybersecurity and compliance by offering customized solutions that align specifically with each organization's unique goals and objectives.” [a-lign.com](https://www.a-lign.com/about)

## Products & Services
- **SOC 1 and SOC 2 Audits**: Licensed auditor for System and Organization Controls reports.
- **ISO 27001 / 27701 / 22301 Certifications**: Accredited certification body for information security, privacy, and business continuity.
- **HITRUST CSF Assessment**: HITRUST CSF Assessor Firm.
- **FedRAMP**: Accredited 3PAO for cloud service provider authorizations.
- **CMMC (Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification)**: C3PAO for defense supply chain compliance.
- **PCI DSS**: Qualified Security Assessor Company.
- **A-SCEND Platform**: Proprietary compliance management platform for evidence collection, audit tracking, and reporting.
- **Penetration Testing & Ransomware Preparedness**: Additional security testing services.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not disclosed
- **Key Metric**: Total funding not disclosed; key operational metrics include 6,400+ clients globally, 36,000+ audits completed, and 400+ auditors [a-lign.com](https://www.a-lign.com/).
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Not publicly listed; partners with leading GRC automation tools (e.g., compliance automation providers) [a-lign.com](https://www.a-lign.com/).
- **Growth Signals**: Offices across 6 countries; recognized as #1 Top SOC 2 report issuer and Top 3 FedRAMP assessor; 96% customer satisfaction rating; expanded services to include CMMC and FedRAMP.

## Competitive Advantages
- **Single-provider model**: Offers the widest breadth of compliance frameworks (SOC, ISO, HITRUST, FedRAMP, PCI, CMMC) under one roof, reducing vendor fragmentation.
- **Proprietary technology**: A-SCEND platform streamlines audit evidence collection and communication.
- **Scale and reputation**: Largest issuer of SOC 2 and HITRUST reports; top FedRAMP assessor; trusted by thousands of organizations.
- **Quality focus**: 24-hour response time and high customer satisfaction (96%).

## Strategic Focus
- **Current priorities**: Continuing to expand global presence, deepening FedRAMP and CMMC capabilities, and enhancing the A-SCEND platform to further automate compliance workflows.
- **Direction for growth**: Pursuing new markets (government, healthcare, defense) and scaling the auditor workforce to meet demand.

## Why Work Here
- **Culture**: Emphasizes human connection, quality, integrity, and innovation. Core values: “Be all in”, “Commit to quality”, “Do the right thing”, “Innovate constantly”. Annual company event called CLIMB.
- **Workplace flexibility**: Multiple global locations; home office reimbursement suggests hybrid/remote options are available for some roles.
- **Benefits**: Healthcare/dental/vision, employer-paid life and disability insurance, 401(k) with match, generous PTO (including paid office closure Dec 25–Jan 1), summer hours, certification reimbursement, personalized career coaching, and access to A-LIGN University for continuous learning.
- **Diversity & Inclusion**: Prioritizes DEI; encourages individuals from all backgrounds to apply.
- **Career growth**: Opportunities to move between cybersecurity, audit, and operations tracks; sponsorship for certifications like CISA, CISSP, CEH.

## Sources
1. [a-lign.com/about](https://www.a-lign.com/about)
2. [a-lign.com/](https://www.a-lign.com/)
3. [a-lign.com/careers](https://www.a-lign.com/careers)
4. [linkedin.com/company/a-lign](https://www.linkedin.com/company/a-lign)
5. [boards.greenhouse.io/align](https://boards.greenhouse.io/align)

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