Sr Payroll Analyst

Compass Minerals Careers • Overland Park, KS

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About The Position

The Senior Payroll Analyst manages the processing of US and Canadian payrolls processed in the US. The position supports payroll compliance, process standardization, audits, analysis, and employee communications. It partners with corporate and site HR, Finance, and site leadership to ensure payrolls are processed accurately, on time, and in compliance with applicable regulations.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business, Human Resources, or a related field.
• 7 or more years of experience with multi-state payrolls in the US and Canada.
• Demonstrated knowledge of multi-state payroll regulations and Canadian payroll practices.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Nice To Haves

• Experience using UKG.
• Experience supporting payroll for unionized environments.
• FCP or CCP certification.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary payroll processor for US and Canadian payrolls, ensuring consistent processes and procedures for payroll information received from sites.
• Support and resolve complex payroll issues, including garnishments, earnings, deductions, taxation, and other employee inquiries.
• Maintain accurate and timely payroll processing in accordance with applicable policies and regulations.
• Communicate with employees about changes and adjustments to payroll processes, individual employee accounts, or payroll timing.
• Oversee payroll tax administration for US and Canadian payrolls processed in the US.
• File recurring Canadian workers’ compensation reports for each province.
• Perform payroll audits, reconcile payroll data, analyze discrepancies, and process corrections.
• Identify and implement process improvements and payroll control enhancements to increase efficiency, accuracy, and compliance.
• Partner with corporate and site HR, Finance, and other functional teams to support payroll-related initiatives.
• Provide training and education to sites as requested.
• Prepare and analyze payroll reports for management and auditor requests as needed.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Benefits

• Benefits starting Day 1.
• 11 paid holidays plus 1 floating holiday.
• Competitive PTO package.
• 1 week sick time, subject to applicable state and local laws.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Employee Education Reimbursement Program.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Bonus opportunities for eligible positions.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior