Senior Workday Payroll Analyst

Aon Corporation • Quepos

77d • $65,000 - $75,000

About The Position

At Aon, we shape decisions for the better to protect and enrich the lives of people around the world. As an organization, we are united through trust as one inclusive team and we are passionate about helping our colleagues and clients succeed. The position involves serving as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for tax escalation, partnering with the Corporate Payroll Tax Lead to address federal and state tax audits and RFIs. Responsibilities include managing payroll-related bank account accesses, processing international deposits, handling payroll escalations, executing audits for SOX testing, and assisting with year-end activities. The role requires collaboration with cross-functional teams to streamline payroll processes and maintain compliance with payroll regulations.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in multi-state payroll processing, including Illinois and New York for a large corporation.
• Proficient in Workday, particularly in payroll, time & attendance, and reporting modules.
• Comprehensive understanding of federal, state, and local payroll regulations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• High integrity and ethics.
• Ability to maintain professionalism, confidentiality, and discretion.

Nice To Haves

• Proactive, results-oriented, intellectually curious, logical thinking.
• Fundamentals of Payroll Certified (FPC) required, CPP preferred.
• Experience in setting up payroll entities, including state registrations.
• Payroll implementations.

Responsibilities

• Serve as SME for tax escalation and partner with Corporate Payroll Tax Lead to address federal and state tax audits and RFIs.
• Assist with managing system accesses relative to Aon payroll-related bank accounts.
• Initiate necessary wires required per pay period.
• Process international deposits via Worldlink®.
• Address or redirect cases related to acquired or divested tax notices.
• Assist with daily payroll escalations and route special payment requests for processing via EIBs in Workday.
• Execute timely audits of pay results as required for SOX testing.
• Manage projects, data requests, and respond to employee issues/escalations according to established service level agreements.
• Assist with year-end activities including international assignments and taxes due pertaining to stock.
• Monitor team mail and handle requests based on SOP.
• Reconcile lockbox checks to Workday record and partner with Finance.
• Assist payroll manager with the registration of new state, local, and unemployment withholding taxes.
• Perform testing of payroll related system enhancements, improvements, and migrations.
• Assist with ad hoc projects, audits, and other tasks as assigned.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of payroll regulations and ensure compliance.
• Perform back up responsibilities for other analysts.
• Maintain accurate payroll records and backup documentation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline payroll processes.
• Process off cycle payroll batches as necessary.
• Assist in implementing, writing, and maintaining standard operating procedures.

Benefits

• 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions.
• Employee stock purchase plan.
• Medical, dental and vision insurance.
• Paid time off, including 12 paid holidays and 15 days of paid vacation per year.
• Short-term and optional long-term disability.
• Health savings account.
• Adoption assistance.
• Tuition assistance.
• Commuter benefits.
• Employee assistance program including free counseling sessions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees