Payroll Analyst

Summary:

The Payroll Analyst reports directly to the Payroll Manager. The position provides direct support for the payroll process with adherence to Payroll policies and procedures.

Responsibilities:

• Process bi-weekly payroll in PeopleSoft North American Payroll module.
• Act as the payroll subject matter expert for assigned client base
• Reports data; reviews and ensures accurate computation of pay, conducts appropriate audits to ensure data integrity and compliance
• Coordinates with internal departments as appropriate to resolve discrepancies.
• Maintains payroll information by collecting, calculating and entering data
• Exports time from time & attendance system, ADP eTIME for payroll processing
• Reviews/audits timesheets for accuracy and proper manager approval, follow up with any discrepancies
• Responsible for ensuring additional pay components such as bonuses, garnishments, loans, and general deductions
• Assists with processing, researching and auditing all additional pay requests
• Provides excellent customer service for all employees relating to payroll items
• Responsible for managing group payroll mailbox requests
• Teamwork - works cooperatively and productively with colleagues and other teams
• Effectively manages time during critical periods, such as payroll processing days
• Participates in internal and external audits pertaining to payroll

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree preferred in Accounting, and/ or Certification in Payroll Practices and a minimum of 2 years work experience in Payroll.
• 2-5 years of experience in payroll
• Payroll certification is desired but not required
• Experience with PeopleSoft Payroll and Payroll Tax requirements
• Working knowledge of federal, state and local laws and regulations for a multi-state payroll environment
  Disciplined organizational skills
• Time-management and adaptability based on ongoing changing priorities
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Communicates effectively in both formal and informal settings
• Ability to conceptualize and assimilate data to recognize problems and recommend solutions
• Adapt effectively to new and changing environment