Senior Analyst, Global Payroll

Walmart

4d • $50,000 - $95,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Role Summary: The Senior Analyst, Global Payroll, plays a critical role in managing payroll data and systems to ensure accurate and compliant payroll administration across global operations. This position supports data management initiatives, resolves payroll-related issues, and collaborates with cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency. The role requires expertise in payroll systems, regulatory compliance, and continuous process improvement to maintain high standards of service excellence. The Senior Analyst contributes to the development and implementation of payroll solutions while upholding organizational policies and supporting business objectives in a dynamic environment. About the Team: The Global Payroll team is dedicated to accurate and timely processing of employee wages and benefits while ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations. The team specializes in payroll administration, tax calculations, and operational excellence, leveraging data management and root cause analysis to resolve issues effectively. Collaborating across functions, the team drives continuous improvement and service quality to support organizational objectives. Members uphold integrity, deliver exceptional service, and foster a productive environment that encourages professional growth and operational success within a global framework.

Requirements

• Proven expertise in payroll systems and payroll administration to ensure accurate and compliant payroll processing.
• Strong knowledge of data management principles, including data hierarchies, transactional data, and metadata integration.
• Experience with regulatory requirements related to payroll, data privacy, security, and documentation standards.
• Ability to analyze and resolve payroll-related issues while maintaining compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Familiarity with process improvement methodologies to enhance payroll operations and data management efficiency.
• Effective collaboration skills to work with cross-functional teams and support seamless operational workflows.
• Proficiency in utilizing payroll and data management tools such as Workday and ServiceNow.
• Option 1: Bachelor's degree in business, human resources, information technology, or related area.
• Option 2: 2 years' experience in business, human resources, information technology, or related area.

Nice To Haves

• 2 years’ experience using intermediate functionality of Microsoft Office.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Human Resources, Information Technology, or related area and 2 years' experience in business, human resources, information technology, or related area.

Responsibilities

• Manage payroll data and ensure accuracy in payroll administration processes across global operations.
• Support integration and maintenance of payroll systems, including data extraction and reporting from platforms such as Workday.
• Analyze payroll-related data to identify and resolve discrepancies while ensuring compliance with regulatory and ethical standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline payroll workflows and improve operational efficiency.
• Assist in preparing regulatory and compliance documentation related to payroll and tax filings.
• Implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance payroll processes and controls.
• Provide timely resolution of payroll issues, maintaining service excellence and stakeholder satisfaction.

Benefits

• Beyond competitive pay, you can receive incentive awards for your performance.
• Other great perks include 401(k) match, stock purchase plan, paid maternity and parental leave, PTO, multiple health plans, and much more.
• Health benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage.
• Financial benefits include 401(k), stock purchase and company-paid life insurance.
• Paid time off benefits include PTO (including sick leave), parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting.
• Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more.
• You will also receive PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes.
• Live Better U is a Walmart-paid education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates in Walmart and Sam's Club facilities. Programs range from high school completion to bachelor's degrees, including English Language Learning and short-form certificates. Tuition, books, and fees are completely paid for by Walmart.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees