Payroll Analyst

Overview

This role is part of the finance team and focuses on ownership of core payroll functions, including bi-weekly payroll processing and multi-jurisdiction tax compliance. You will collaborate with finance leaders and employees across the organization, ensuring payroll operations run smoothly while supporting compliance and employee inquiries.

Responsibilities

• Process bi-weekly payroll end-to-end, including data analysis and comparison between Workday and HR submission files
• Serve as the primary contact for employee payroll questions, providing customer service
• Ensure weekly timesheets are exception-free and supervisor-approved prior to payroll processing
• Analyze new hire and termination data for accuracy before payroll runs
• Verify that HR submission file changes are accurately reflected in Workday
• Prepare, update, and maintain payroll reports for annual financial audits
• Conduct weekly new hire payroll orientation sessions
• Support reconciliation and recording of salary and benefit expenses
• Set up new state and local tax jurisdictions in Workday and verify accuracy for new hires and employee changes
• Maintain payroll system data integrity
• Administer garnishments in ADP SmartCompliance and liaise with issuing authorities as needed
• Collaborate with the People team on payroll reporting and employee requirements
• Download, save, and analyze payroll invoices and statements
• Process and settle off-cycle and on-demand payments
• Train and develop offshore team members to support payroll processing activities
• Assume additional responsibilities as the organization expands

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in full-cycle payroll processing, including tax filings and adjustments
• Proficiency with Workday payroll system, including multi-jurisdiction bi-weekly payroll processing
• Experience with ADP SmartCompliance for tax filings, amended filings, and wage garnishments
• Strong knowledge of US federal, state, and local withholding tax requirements
• Demonstrated accuracy in a high-volume payroll environment
• Experience processing manual payroll adjustments for wages and taxes
• Excellent customer service and team collaboration skills
• Critical thinking, sound judgment, and effective decision-making abilities
• Proactive problem-solving approach
• Ability to research and apply tax laws to payroll and jurisdiction setup
• Proficiency in spreadsheets, databases, and managing large data sets
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Strong organizational skills and commitment to employee support

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree

Compensation & Benefits

• Employer-sponsored health, dental, and vision plans with low or no premiums
• Generous paid time off
• $100 monthly mobile or internet stipend
• Stock options available to all employees
• Bonus eligibility for most roles; commission eligibility for sales positions
• Parental leave program
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Comprehensive total rewards package supporting employee well-being

Location

Not specified in the provided job description.

Equal Opportunity

The employer is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a safe and supportive work environment where all employees can participate and contribute. Employment decisions are made without discrimination based on legally protected characteristics, and the organization maintains a workplace free from discrimination and harassment.