Payroll Analyst

Lennar•Miami, FL

About The Position

Build Your Future with Lennar At Lennar, we’re not just building homes—we’re building experiences, communities, and careers. As one of the nation’s leading homebuilders and a Fortune 500® company, we’re committed to innovation, growth, and delivering excellence for our homeowners and associates alike. If you’re passionate about payroll, systems, and improving how work gets done, this is an opportunity to make a real impact in a high-visibility, tech-enabled environment. About the Role As a Payroll Analyst, you’ll play a critical role in ensuring accurate, compliant, and timely payroll processing while also contributing to system optimization and continuous improvement. This role goes beyond traditional payroll—offering exposure to Workday Payroll systems and process enhancements. You’ll collaborate cross-functionally, solve complex payroll challenges, and contribute to system implementations and enhancements that elevate the associate experience.

Requirements

3–5+ years of payroll processing experience in a high-volume environment
Hands-on experience with Workday Payroll and/or HRIS systems
Strong understanding of payroll compliance (federal, state, local regulations)
High attention to detail with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Strong communication skills and a customer-service mindset
Proficiency in Excel and other business tools

Nice To Haves

Experience with Workday Payroll module
Experience supporting or participating in HRIS/payroll system implementations or conversions
Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) and/or Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) similar certification

Responsibilities

Own end-to-end payroll processing across biweekly cycles with a focus on accuracy, compliance, and efficiency
Review, audit, and validate payroll data including timecards, earnings, deductions, and tax elections
Process complex payroll scenarios such as retro pay, terminations, LOAs, and off-cycle payments
Partner with HR, Finance, and Benefits teams to resolve payroll inquiries and improve processes
Leverage Workday Payroll and Time & Labor to generate insights, troubleshoot issues, and ensure data integrity
Support system implementations, upgrades, and testing (including UAT and parallel runs)
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations
Contribute to special projects and continuous improvement initiatives
Act as a collaborative team player and backup support across payroll operations