Job Summary
The Payroll Analyst is responsible for ensuring the accurate and timely processing of payroll across the organization while maintaining compliance with all applicable payroll laws and internal policies. This role plays a critical part in payroll execution, data integrity, and regulatory compliance, serving as a key resource for payroll operations, audits, and system support. Primary responsibilities include end-to-end payroll processing, payroll compliance and reporting, and payroll systems support.

Key Responsibilities
Process payroll accurately and on schedule by reviewing time and attendance data, payroll changes, and compensation updates including new hires, terminations, and promotions
Calculate and validate gross pay, overtime, deductions, benefits, and tax withholdings
Maintain accurate, complete, and confidential payroll records
Prepare payroll reports and data feeds for internal stakeholders, ensuring accuracy and consistency
Ensure payroll operations comply with federal, state, and local payroll laws, wage and hour regulations, tax requirements, and organizational policies
Investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies, record inconsistencies, and employee payroll inquiries
Partner with internal departments to ensure accurate payroll-related data exchange
Support internal and external payroll audits
Participate in year-end payroll activities, including W-2 preparation and reconciliation
Assist with payroll system administration, testing, upgrades, and process improvements
Perform additional payroll-related tasks as assigned

Minimum Education & Experience Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
Minimum of five (5) years of payroll processing experience
Experience supporting multi-jurisdictional payrolls
Payroll experience within a professional services or similarly complex organization preferred

Special Requirements
Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or related certification preferred
Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive and confidential employee data in accordance with best practices and policy

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Strong knowledge of payroll processes, tax regulations, wage and hour laws, and compliance requirements
Proficiency with automated payroll systems; experience with UKG or similar payroll platforms preferred
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to research discrepancies and propose solutions
High attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to manage multiple concurrent payroll activities and meet strict deadlines
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to prepare clear, accurate payroll reports and documentation
Effective collaboration skills across teams and organizational levels

Work Environment
Office or hybrid work environment
Standard business hours with additional availability during payroll cycles and year-end processing
Minimal travel, if any

Payroll Analyst

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