Payroll Analyst IV

Carpenter Technology•Reading, PA

45d

About The Position

Works independently with guidance on complex tasks, performs a variety of complex functions in the preparation, processing, maintenance, verification and reconciliation for multiple payrolls, and reconciling payroll accrued account. Manage expatriate program to include review and approval of balance sheets and maintain tax compliance. Act as functional lead on the payroll integration of Corporate Development. Manage the payroll development and implementation of HCM system upgrade and tax updates. Analyze payroll processing problems and recommends best practices to implement new solutions. Makes recommendations to the Payroll Manager for development or enhancement of payroll procedures and documentation. Responds to internal and external customer non-standard requests. Leads payroll staff members and may perform duties of Payroll Manager in his/her absence. Perform all other duties and special projects as assigned.

Requirements

Four year college degree required
Certified payroll professional (CPP)
Eight or more years experience in a payroll position
Advanced understanding of payroll administration, recordkeeping and reporting.
Advanced knowledge of Basic accounting principles as related to payroll processing.
Advanced knowledge of software applications related to payroll systems and time and attendance systems.
High level of critical analysis skills.
Ability to prioritize and organize tasks to meet deadlines.
Ability to work independently and as a team member.
Good business judgment and decision-making skills.
Ability to create and manage complex queries and spreadsheets and provide high level analysis of data.
Ability to successfully coordinate internal and external resources.
Ability to lead Payroll staff and direct work to team as required by Payroll Manager.

Nice To Haves

Integrity and honesty.
Initiative.

Responsibilities

Manage expatriate program to include review and approval of balance sheets and maintain tax compliance.
Act as functional lead on the payroll integration of Corporate Development.
Manage the payroll development and implementation of HCM system upgrade and tax updates.
Analyze payroll processing problems and recommends best practices to implement new solutions.
Makes recommendations to the Payroll Manager for development or enhancement of payroll procedures and documentation.
Responds to internal and external customer non-standard requests.
Leads payroll staff members and may perform duties of Payroll Manager in his/her absence.
Perform all other duties and special projects as assigned.