Payroll Analyst Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Business Administration, Human Resources, or related field required.
• Three to five years of related experience required.
• Previous experience using ADP or a similar HRIS.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to manage sensitive and confidential situations with tact, professionalism, and diplomacy.
• Extensive knowledge of the payroll function including preparation, balancing, internal control, and payroll taxes.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Proficient with payroll software.

Responsibilities

• Enters, maintains, and/or processes information in the payroll system; information may include employee’s hourly rates, salaries, commissions, bonuses or other compensation, time worked, paid leave & holidays, deductions & withholding, garnishments, address changes, & other info.
• Ensures proper processing of payroll deductions for taxes, benefits, charitable contributions, and other deductions.
• Ensures accurate and timely processing of payroll updates including new hires, terminations, and changes to pay rates.
• Prepares and maintains accurate records and reports of payroll transactions.
• Issues, or reissues, direct deposits due to payroll errors or final discharge.
• Registers, audits, and complies with federal and state taxes.
• Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local payroll, wage, and hour laws and best practices.
• Facilitates audits by providing records and documentation to auditors.
• Ensures proper facilitation, inputting, and recording of all HR related data into relevant systems.
• Provides full-service administrative support on various HR projects, including talent acquisition, onboarding, benefit administration, etc.
• Performs other duties as assigned.