Payroll Analyst III

Toyota Material Handling•Columbus, IN

12d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Payroll Analyst is responsible for compliant payroll processing for subsidiaries. The role executes complex day-to-day payroll tasks, including payroll maintenance, timekeeping support, payroll processing, tax administration across multiple jurisdictions, and serving as a liaison between TINA and subsidiaries. The position processes exempt and non-exempt payroll on time and accurately across various payroll frequencies and U.S. locations, in compliance with applicable laws and company policies. It also handles payroll inquiries, supports accounting with general ledger questions and balancing issues, responds to tax notices, establishes tax jurisdictions, processes off-cycle checks, and administers employee garnishments through ADP Full Garnishment Services. The role completes required daily, monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting; exercises judgment in unusual situations; contributes to company planning and strategic HR recommendations through the Hoshin process; and supports merger and acquisition activity as needed. This is a hybrid role based at the Columbus, Indiana office, with in-person collaboration and remote work on Mondays and Fridays. Travel within North America may be required up to 10% or as needed. The work takes place in a typical office environment and may involve sitting or standing, periodic walking, handling documents, computer and telephone use, and occasional lifting up to 25 pounds. A valid driver’s license and ability to drive safely are required.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Accounting, or a related business field.
Strong preference for 5–10 years of previous payroll-processing experience.
Ability to proactively identify problems, resolve issues, and update processes as needed.
Initiative to take on new projects, learn new systems, and stay informed about changing regulations.
Strong technical skills in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel, particularly Excel formulas, charting, and pivot tables.
Knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws and practices.
Ability to exercise judgment and make sound decisions quickly while interpreting company policies.
Ability to concentrate, read, and comprehend complex data.
Ability to drive safely and hold a valid driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) certification.
Experience using an HRIS system; ADP Lyric is the current system of record, and the ability to learn to use it effectively is critical.

Responsibilities

Process exempt and non-exempt payroll accurately and on time for various payroll frequencies and U.S. locations, complying with federal, state, and local laws.
Enter payroll maintenance into the ADP platform each pay period based on information provided by subsidiary companies.
Oversee the timekeeping process in conjunction with subsidiary timekeeping processes.
Review audit reports and verify payroll preview calculations.
Ensure payroll complies with applicable laws and company policy.
Troubleshoot and resolve payroll-processing issues using analytical skills.
Handle payroll inquiries from subsidiary HR personnel and associates.
Assist the accounting department with General Ledger inquiries and balancing issues.
Respond to tax notices in a timely manner.
Set up new tax jurisdictions as required.
Process off-cycle checks for special pay runs.
Administer employee garnishments through ADP Full Garnishment Services, ensuring accurate setup, processing, and regulatory compliance.
Complete daily, monthly, quarterly, and yearly reporting required by the department.
Exercise discretion when policy does not specifically address a situation and ensure compliance with company guidelines.
Participate in short- and long-term company planning and recommend strategic HR items through the Hoshin process.
Support merger and acquisition activity as needed.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.