People Ops & Payroll Specialist

Applause is a company recognized for its digital quality and employee experience, providing software testing and UX research solutions. They are seeking a People Operations & Payroll Specialist to support HRIS administration, payroll processing, and various administrative tasks within the People team, offering a great opportunity for someone early in their HR career. Responsibilities Support the administration and maintenance of our HRIS (ADP) including employee records, job data, and reporting Ensure data accuracy and consistency across systems Assist in optimizing workflows and processes within the HRIS platform Assist with system implementations, upgrades and integrations Prepare monthly and quarterly reports Partner with the Payroll team to help ensure timely and accurate payroll processing for U.S. and international employees Assist with payroll audits, data entry, and reconciliations Support compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations Own and execute a variety of day-to-day administrative tasks across the People team Support onboarding and offboarding processes to ensure a seamless employee experience Assist with compliance tracking, employee verifications, and reporting Collaborate with internal teams such as Finance, IT, and Legal to support employee-related processes Jump in where needed to support broader People initiatives and projects Skills 1-3 years of experience in People Operations, HR, or payroll (internships and early career experience welcome) Familiarity with HRIS systems (ADP experience strongly preferred) Basic understanding of payroll processes and compliance Analytic mindset with strong problem-solving skills Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Advanced proficiency in Google Workspace and Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and Google Slides, with the ability to create professional-level reports, spreadsheets, and presentations Benefits Flexible work environment Opportunities for career advancement Structured onboarding In-house knowledge sessions Access to thousands of virtual courses available on demand Supportive culture that emphasizes teamwork, innovation and transparency Company Overview Applause is a crowd-sourced digital quality testing enabling companies to deliver digital experiences to their customers. It was founded in 2007, and is headquartered in Framingham, Massachusetts, USA, with a workforce of 201-500 employees. Its website is