Payroll Analyst

Visa•Austin, TX

7h•Hybrid

About The Position

Visa is a world leader in payments technology, facilitating transactions between consumers, merchants, financial institutions and government entities across more than 200 countries and territories, dedicated to uplifting everyone, everywhere by being the best way to pay and be paid. At Visa, you'll have the opportunity to create impact at scale — tackling meaningful challenges, growing your skills and seeing your contributions impact lives around the world. Join Visa and do work that matters — to you, to your community, and to the world. Progress starts with you. Ensure accurate data files are provided to payroll vendor to process payroll, includes 3rd party files, e.g., timekeeping, stock, relocation, benefits, retirement, rewards, commuter benefits, deferred compensation, etc. – US and Canada Employee Population Validates payroll reports ensuring that systems compute and correctly processed the earnings & deductions, company and mandated employee benefits, taxes, garnishments, time & attendance and other items that affect net pay and/or company liability Review manual checks and pay related adjustments processed in the payroll system Assists with third party payroll system implementations and upgrades Interprets pay policies, (e.g., holiday worked, overtime, calculation basis for deductions, government regulations, withholding exemptions, etc.) and ensures appropriate amounts/deductions are calculated and applied to the various accounts correctly Verifies compliance with government payroll requirements, stays current with changes in the law Assists with internal or external audits of records, worker’s compensation, tax filings, SOX, and other related documentation (compliance) Analysis and validation of payroll processing results using technology through reports and macros Perform audits of data prior to payroll completion and follow all established controls Complete post payroll audits and reporting, prepare metrics and track errors using technology and reporting tools Root cause analysis including constructive and preventative actions (CAPA) Documents payroll processes and procedures Assist and participate in payroll projects or change requests, review of current payroll processes to identify areas of process improvements and standardization. Respond to complex payroll related inquiries from employees and/or key stakeholders within stipulated timeline. Payroll related data are handled in accordance to the company’s guideline for confidential data handing process This is a hybrid position. Expectation of days in the office will be confirmed by your Hiring Manager.

Requirements

5 or more years of relevant work experience with a Bachelor’s Degree or at least 2 years of work experience with an Advanced degree (e.g. Masters, MBA, JD, MD) or 0 years of work experience with a PhD
Diploma or bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Human Resources or relevant field or equivalent experience of 5 or more years of US/Canada payroll experience as an Analyst/processor for a large multi-state employer
Has adequate knowledge in payroll regulation and statutory of US/Canada payroll.
Able to maintain good working relationship with payroll vendor and stakeholders
Has experienced handling different payroll and timekeeping system
Good in verbal and written communication skills with customer service and interpersonal skills
Advanced Excel level, proficient with all other MS Office applications
Meticulous with strong analytical, organization and planning skills, extreme attention to detail and a self-directed individual
Ability to prioritize, organize and coordinate multiple projects to timely completion, and manage many detailed tasks.
Must be comfortable working in a fast paced, hands-on, growth-oriented work environment with tight timeline.
Strong customer-focus, results orientation.
Ability to work independently, with positive attitude, flexible, and a willingness to learn new things

Nice To Haves

6 or more years of work experience with a Bachelor’s Degree or 4 or more years of relevant experience with an Advanced Degree (e.g. Masters, MBA, JD, MD) or up to 3 years of relevant experience with a PhD
Canadian Payroll Association (CPA) or American Payroll Association (APA) certification
Exposure on knowledge transfer activity such as transition planning, documentation of process, desktop procedure, payroll checklist, etc.
Knowledgeable on ADP Globalview,, eTime Timekeeping system and Workday

Responsibilities

Ensure accurate data files are provided to payroll vendor to process payroll, includes 3rd party files, e.g., timekeeping, stock, relocation, benefits, retirement, rewards, commuter benefits, deferred compensation, etc. – US and Canada Employee Population
Validates payroll reports ensuring that systems compute and correctly processed the earnings & deductions, company and mandated employee benefits, taxes, garnishments, time & attendance and other items that affect net pay and/or company liability
Review manual checks and pay related adjustments processed in the payroll system
Assists with third party payroll system implementations and upgrades
Interprets pay policies, (e.g., holiday worked, overtime, calculation basis for deductions, government regulations, withholding exemptions, etc.) and ensures appropriate amounts/deductions are calculated and applied to the various accounts correctly
Verifies compliance with government payroll requirements, stays current with changes in the law
Assists with internal or external audits of records, worker’s compensation, tax filings, SOX, and other related documentation (compliance)
Analysis and validation of payroll processing results using technology through reports and macros
Perform audits of data prior to payroll completion and follow all established controls
Complete post payroll audits and reporting, prepare metrics and track errors using technology and reporting tools
Root cause analysis including constructive and preventative actions (CAPA)
Documents payroll processes and procedures
Assist and participate in payroll projects or change requests, review of current payroll processes to identify areas of process improvements and standardization.
Respond to complex payroll related inquiries from employees and/or key stakeholders within stipulated timeline.
Payroll related data are handled in accordance to the company’s guideline for confidential data handing process