Payroll Analyst - 40hrs

About the role

The Payroll Analyst supports the Payroll department by monitoring, managing, and resolving all incoming requests for correction. The Payroll Analyst aids payroll processing by performing data entry, reconciliations, and analysis to ensure deadlines are met and paychecks are accurate.

Responsibilities

• Review Time and Attendance records and correct inaccuracies.
• Prepare and submit all necessary files for tax deductions, benefits, and garnishments.
• Analyze compensation-related data including wages, bonuses, and retroactive calculations.
• Prepare reconciliation reports to ensure Payroll, General Ledger, Accounts Payable, and EPSI reports are in balance.
• Prepare tax filings as required.
• Verify payroll accrual for hours and dollars are accurate and transmitted for month-end close.
• Monitor Payroll mailbox and voicemail to categorize and prioritize all requests for Payroll adjustments and corrections.
• Research each request, analyze required corrections/adjustments, and prepare for payroll processing.
• Responsible for communicating with requestors to resolve their questions and concerns.
• Compile data for audits as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Payroll Analyst, Payroll Associate, or Payroll Coordinator.
• Experience with large payroll volume (> 1,000 employees) and multi-state experience preferred.
• Hands-on experience with Kronos and Enterprise ADP preferred.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Excellent analytical skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and tight deadlines.

Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Human Resources, or relevant field preferred and/or equivalent relevant payroll experience (3-5 years).
• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) preferred.

Skills

• Knowledge of wage garnishments, short-term disability, time and attendance, payroll, wage and tax laws, and multi-state payroll experience.
• Advanced Excel, preferred Kronos and ADP experience.
• Analytical skills.
• Time management.
• Ability to work independently, communicate, prioritize, and problem-solve.

About Us

Connecticut Children’s is the only health system in Connecticut that is 100% dedicated to children. Established on a legacy that spans more than 100 years, Connecticut Children’s offers personalized medical care in more than 30 pediatric specialties across Connecticut and in two other states. Our transformational growth establishes us as a destination for specialized medicine and enables us to reach more children in locations that are closer to home. Our breakthrough research, superior education and training, innovative community partnerships, and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion provide a welcoming and inspiring environment for our patients, families, and team members.

At Connecticut Children’s, treating children isn’t just our job – it’s our passion. As a leading children’s health system experiencing steady growth, we’re excited to expand our team with exceptional team members who share our vision of transforming children’s health and well-being as one team.