Payroll Analyst

Barry-Wehmiller is a diversified global supplier of engineering consulting and manufacturing technology for the packaging, corrugating, sheeting and paper-converting industries. By blending people-centric leadership with disciplined operational strategies and purpose-driven growth, Barry-Wehmiller has become a $3 billion organization with nearly 12,000 team members united by a common belief: to use the power of business to build a better world.

About the role

The Payroll Analyst, under the guidance of the Payroll Director, is responsible for the administration of the day-to-day payroll operations and accuracy of the payroll system that delivers payroll on a bi-weekly basis. The Payroll Analyst will act as backup for members of the payroll team, be a resource to employees, and perform related duties as required.

Responsibilities

• Processes bi-weekly payroll.
• Understand the Dayforce payroll system as a Processor.
• Provide support for ongoing payroll operational activities.
• Provide payroll process expertise as a project team member on departmental and cross-functional initiatives.
• Solve a variety of complex problems, conduct research, gather and compile information for reports, and analyze results.
• Regularly review current processes and procedures and make recommendations for improvements to SOP or systems to enhance performance and create efficiencies.
• Participate in developing and testing new and/or existing payroll processes and procedures when system and business requirements change.
• Participate in various payroll audits as required by internal and external audit teams.
• Research compliance issues, IRS laws, and state laws to provide recommendations for improved compliance on internal payroll and payroll tax processes.
• Participate in payroll projects and opportunities as assigned.
• Work closely with the Payroll Team to provide excellent customer service and be backup for payroll processing as needed.
• Assist in resolving payroll-related tax issues with Dayforce and the taxing agencies.
• Assist with Tax Registrations.
• Perform other related duties or projects as assigned by the Payroll Director.

Requirements

• Experience with high-volume, multi-state payroll environment.
• Experience in coordinating long-term and short-term planning in a fast-changing environment.
• Ability to work with all levels of management and deal effectively with team members.
• Superior organization skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills when interacting with vendors, management, and team members.
• Proficient in Word and Excel.
• Ability to lead and coach others.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• 5-7 years of full-cycle payroll processing experience.
• Deep knowledge of Payroll Tax, Withholdings, Filings, and Correspondence across multiple States.
• CPP/FPC Preferred.
• Experience with Dayforce Payroll and Workday a plus.

Work Environment

• This is an office position that has the potential to work from home one day a week.
• Regular workweek may require extended days and hours as needed to meet business needs.
• Occasional domestic travel may be required.

Physical Demands

• The employee sits at a desk and uses a computer for prolonged periods of time.
• Frequently uses close vision, speech, hearing, and dexterity to operate office equipment.
• Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds.