Senior Payroll Systems Analyst

Mortenson • Robbinsdale, MN

8d • $85,300 - $128,000

About The Position

Mortenson is looking for a Senior Payroll Systems Analyst who will be responsible for systems support of our Payroll Operations and Financial Reporting groups. Working with HR, end users, and ITS to resolve issues and put enhancements in place.
The Senior Payroll Systems Analyst will focus on supporting our Payroll function by helping end users resolve system issues, working to enhance the system, and updating the system via patching. The candidate will be a bridge between Finance, Payroll, HR, Operations, and ITS with a perspective on how to best move forward.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, HRIS, Management Information Systems, or equivalent degree. If no degree, must have minimum of 5 years of experience doing similar work.
• Advanced Excel skills
• Strong problem solving skills
• Knowledge of Oracle HCM, UKG, Passport, HCSS, or other Payroll/time-keeping system
• Active listening skills and effective communication including an openness to diverse input and feedback

Nice To Haves

• Oracle ERP experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Partner with ITS, Finance, HR, and Operations to implement new software releases, patches, and upgrades to financial systems including design meetings, direct testing, etc.
• Oversee end-to-end payroll system processes, ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant payroll for all employees, including multi-state and union payrolls
• Lead the implementation and optimization of payroll technology solutions (e.g., UKG, Passport, Oracle HCM, or HCSS), collaborating with IT, HR, and Payroll Operations to enhance automation, user experience, and regulatory compliance
• Analyze payroll data and system performance to identify process improvements, troubleshoot complex payroll issues, and ensure alignment with evolving tax, garnishment, and reporting requirements
• Provide support, develop, and conduct training to the end-users in the use of our financial and project systems
• Partner with ITS, HR, Payroll Operations, and end-users to resolve any system issues quickly and efficiently
• Draft requirements documents and develop test scripts
• Lead in the analysis and recommendations for system enhancements to improve the efficiency of the finance, payroll, HR, and project teams
• Effectively work and build relationships across the organization to achieve goals and objectives
• All other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Medical and prescription drug plans that includes no additional cost vision coverage
• Dental plan
• 401k retirement plan with a generous Mortenson match
• Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves
• Employer paid Life, AD&D, and disability insurance
• No-Cost mental health tool and concierge with extensive work-life resources
• Tuition reimbursement
• Adoption Assistance
• Gym Membership Discount Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees