Sr Payroll Analyst

About the role

The Sr Payroll Analyst will manage the entire payroll cycle, ensuring accuracy and compliance with federal, state, and local laws. They will collaborate with HR, Finance, and external vendors to maintain smooth payroll operations and support internal and external audits.

Responsibilities

• Direct experience with payroll processing, including timekeeping, deductions, and extra payments.
• Multi-state payroll expertise, including local, city, and state tax calculations and registrations.
• Researching and ensuring compliance with payroll regulations and conducting regular audits.
• Investigating and resolving payroll issues, such as timekeeping, deductions, and benefits.
• Acting as a subject matter expert for payroll inquiries and assisting with employee queries.
• Maintaining and updating payroll systems, including data entry, system configuration, and testing updates.
• Collaborating with IT on system upgrades and implementations related to payroll processing.
• Supporting internal and external audits by providing required documentation.
• Identifying and implementing process improvements for payroll efficiency and accuracy.

Requirements

• 5+ years full-cycle payroll experience.
• Expertise in payroll software applications (e.g., ADP Global View, SAP/Oracle HCM).
• Proficiency in MS Office, including Microsoft Excel for generating spreadsheets, creating formulas, and analyzing data.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Payroll Certifications (CPP, FPC, NACPB preferred).

Skills

• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently with exceptional time management skills.

Benefits

• Flexible work in a hybrid model (Tuesday through Thursday onsite).
• Collaboration with a team of knowledgeable payroll professionals.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including life and health insurance, life assistance program, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, disability insurance, 401k Plan, vacation & holidays.