Payroll Analyst

RVO Health•Charlotte, NC

13h•Hybrid

About The Position

RVO Health is seeking a talented and motivated Payroll Analyst to process and administer payroll operations while ensuring compliance with all applicable regulations. This critical role within the HR Operations team focuses on executing payroll, resolving tax and compliance issues, and collaborating with stakeholders in Human Capital, Finance, and Legal. The Senior Payroll Analyst is a subject matter expert, ensuring payroll processes are accurate, efficient, and aligned with organizational goals. This role focuses on analytical, compliance, and process improvement responsibilities. Where You'll Be To prioritize togetherness, culture, and accountability, RVO Health operates on an in-office work schedule. We expect employees to work from our South Charlotte office Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday each week. You are welcome to work remotely Mondays and Fridays if you wish.

Requirements

Experience: 3+ years of experience in a payroll or payroll analyst role, ideally in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Human Resources, or a related field or equivalent experience
Comprehensive knowledge of payroll laws and regulations, including multi-state and global tax compliance.
Experience with payroll systems such as ADP Workforce Now or similar HRIS platforms.
Familiarity with equity compensation and global payroll operations.
Payroll Tax Reconciliation: Proven experience reconciling payroll tax withholdings and payments, ensuring accurate reporting, compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, and efficient resolution of discrepancies.
Multi-State Payroll Tax Compliance: Deep expertise in managing multi-state payroll tax requirements, including jurisdiction registration, precise withholding calculations, and timely filing of state and local tax returns.

Nice To Haves

Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Process end-to-end payroll for all employees, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
Reconcile payroll accounts in partnership with Finance, resolving discrepancies and ensuring proper allocation of payroll expenses.
Execute payroll adjustments, including bonuses, equity payouts, garnishments, and retroactive payments, with precision.
Conduct payroll tax audits to ensure compliance with tax laws, labor regulations, and company policies.
Collaborate with tax authorities to resolve payroll-related tax issues promptly and implement corrective measures to avoid penalties.
Ensure timely preparation and submission of year-end tax forms (e.g., W-2s, 1099s) and compliance filings.
Manage and support the HRIS system, including backend configuration, report generation, and acting as primary liaison with the vendor
Identify and recommend enhancements to payroll systems and processes, focusing on scalability, automation, and efficiency.
Lead payroll-related projects such as system upgrades, integrations, and new process rollouts.
Develop and document standard operating procedures (SOPs) for payroll processes to ensure consistency and reliability.
Serve as a liaison between payroll, benefits, and finance teams to ensure seamless integration and resolution of payroll-related issues.
Provide subject matter expertise on complex payroll scenarios, including multi-state taxation, expatriate payroll, and equity compensation.
Communicate payroll policies and updates clearly to employees, developing resources such as FAQs and training materials.