Payroll Senior Analyst

Payroll Senior Analyst Overview

• The Payroll Senior Analyst is responsible for accurate payroll processing and maintaining employee records in a dynamic hybrid work environment.
• Collaborate with a highly skilled team including senior managers and executives to ensure compliance and efficiency in payroll operations.
• Utilize advanced payroll systems and tools to manage multi-jurisdiction payroll and tax requirements effectively.
• Execute payroll cost allocations to business units, ensuring accurate financial reporting and accountability.
• Handle complex payroll requests, including garnishments, retroactive pay calculations, and tax inquiries with precision.
• Engage in continuous learning and application of U.S. wage and hour laws, enhancing compliance and operational standards.
• Work in a collaborative environment with opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Contribute to a team recognized for its commitment to excellence and innovation in payroll management.

Payroll Senior Analyst Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Process payroll using Ultipro software, ensuring timely and accurate payments to employees and statutory agencies.
• Manage payroll changes, including new hires, terminations, transfers, rate changes, and garnishments.
• Reconcile payroll prior to transmission and validate confirmed reports for accuracy and compliance.
• Handle special payrolls, including bonuses and year-end adjustments, with meticulous attention to detail.
• Collaborate with HR and Benefits teams to resolve employee payroll inquiries effectively.
• Assist in resolving escalated issues related to payroll policies and procedures from government agencies.
• Update employee allocation percentages and assign Payroll Cost Allocation Centers in Ultipro.
• Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local payroll tax withholding rules and regulations.

Payroll Senior Analyst Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, HR, or equivalent education and experience.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience supporting time and payroll systems in a corporate environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel, for payroll data analysis and reporting.
• Knowledge of Ultipro and IBM Cognos Business Intelligence preferred but not required.
• Solid understanding of U.S. wage and hour laws, garnishments, and payroll tax withholding rules.
• Ability to handle complex payroll requests and work independently with attention to detail.
• American Payroll Association (CPP) certification preferred but not required.
• Experience with multi-company, multi-jurisdiction payroll and tax processes is highly desirable.