Payroll Analyst (LATAM) (2)

TransPerfect•Washington, DC

About The Position

The Payroll Analyst assists with processing and coordinating payroll activities for more than 3,000 employees in the US and Canada. The role covers weekly, bi-weekly, and monthly payrolls, including reporting, reconciliations, year-end procedures, and W-2s for employees across multiple states. It also processes deductions, garnishments, liens, direct deposits, 401(k) loans, special compensation, commissions, and bonus checks. The Payroll Analyst responds to payroll-related inquiries and verifications, resolves employee payroll issues, maintains records and procedures, and prepares reports for management. The role requires accurate and timely work, compliance with applicable payroll laws and company policies, and keeping current with payroll trends and regulations. The position may also involve special projects or other duties as required.

Requirements

Bachelor of Arts degree.
At least 6 years of direct payroll experience.
Computer literacy, including Microsoft Office products and payroll software.
Excellent communication and customer service skills.
Ability to interact effectively with employees at all levels under deadline pressure.
Ability to multitask accurately and demonstrate extreme attention to detail.

Nice To Haves

Workday experience.

Responsibilities

Process weekly and bi-weekly payroll, reports, reconciliations, year-end procedures, and W-2s for multi-state employees.
Process mandatory and voluntary deductions, garnishments, liens, direct deposit requests, and 401(k) loans.
Respond to inquiries and verifications related to unemployment and other payroll data.
Maintain payroll records, document and update procedures, and prepare special reports for management.
Ensure compliance with Federal, State, and Local laws governing payroll administration and with relevant company policies and procedures.
Process weekly, bi-weekly, special compensation, commission, and bonus checks accurately and on time.
Counsel employees and resolve payroll issues.
Create and analyze reports as needed.
Keep current with trends and regulations related to payroll.
Perform other special projects or duties when required.