Payroll Analyst

PAYLOCITY CORPORATION•Schaumburg, IL

4d•$59,000 - $75,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Paylocity is an award-winning provider of cloud-based HR and payroll software solutions, offering the most complete platform for the modern workforce. The company has become one of the fastest-growing HCM software providers worldwide by offering an intuitive, easy-to-use product suite that helps businesses automate and streamline HR and payroll processes, attract and retain talent, and build a strong workplace culture. While traditional HR and payroll providers automate basic HR processes such as payroll and benefits administration, Paylocity goes further by developing tools that HR and businesses need to compete for talent and deliver against the expectations of the modern workforce. We give our employees what they need to succeed, including great benefits and perks! We offer medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and a 401(k) match, as well as perks that support you, your family, and your finances. And if it’s career development you desire, we provide that, too! At Paylocity, people matter most and have always been at the heart of our business. When you feel like you belong, work is no longer work – it's personal. At Paylocity, we believe better employees lead to better companies. Workplaces and cultures that care will build the future, and at Paylocity, we’re doing just that. Join us as we change the future and transform your career! There are jobs and then there are careers. Since 1997, Paylocity has been hiring talented people, giving them big challenges, and providing the right resources to help them succeed. Our award-winning culture ensures all employees feel truly welcome, appreciated, and free to be themselves. While other companies talk about it, we make it happen. Join Paylocity and launch your career! Hybrid: This role follows a hybrid schedule, requiring 2 days in the office at our Schaumburg, IL location and 3 days remote per week. The in-office days are subject to business needs. Candidates must be able to commute to the office as required. The work arrangement for this role is subject to change based on business needs and individual performance. This may include adjustments to on-site requirements or schedule expectations, as necessary. Position Overview The Payroll Analyst will perform wide variety of record-keeping and payroll-processing activities while ensuring accuracy and compliance with applicable state and federal wage and hour laws.

Requirements

2-4 years’ experience processing multi-state payroll
Bachelor’s degree in Business or related field
Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
High level of attention to detail and accuracy
Intermediate experience with Microsoft Office, especially Excel
Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise extreme discretion
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to handle and prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Maintains professionalism in all aspects and works well in a team environment

Nice To Haves

CPP Certification preferred
Prior experience with Paylocity HR&P, and Time and Labor desired

Responsibilities

Prepare and process biweekly payroll for over 6,000 exempt and non-exempt multi state employees.
Perform all necessary activities to process in-house payroll including but not limited to analyzing, preparing, and submitting payroll data for new and current employees, benefit deductions, tax withholdings and garnishments
Utilize analytical skillset to implement process efficiencies and assist with complex research/calculations
Responsible for international payroll processing and partnership with ICP
Audit and approve special payments and off-cycle payrolls
Assist with escalated employee inquiries
Post positive pay file and process stop payments
Work with accounting and tax team on reconciliation of payroll accounts
Ensure accuracy by analyzing pay data throughout the year and at year end, including W-2s
Conduct regular payroll audits and reconciliations to ensure the integrity of the payroll database
Lead internal initiatives and assist with cross-functional projects
Assist with team trainings and ensure process documentation and procedures are up-to-date
Act as a liaison regarding employee changes and other payroll related matters with Benefits, Human Resources, and Finance departments to streamline processes
Assist with report requests and custom builds