Payroll Analyst
Payroll Analyst role for a client near Monrovia. The Payroll Analyst is part of the Team that provides full-service, entirely in-house payroll services issuing weekly and bi-weekly payroll. Responsibilities of the Payroll Department are divided into two main functions. All members of the Payroll Department, are expected to be cross-trained and assume responsibilities for both areas. Given the inherently high degree of precision, accuracy, and timeliness required of the Payroll function, responding to employee inquiries/concerns, and the highly sensitive and confidential nature of the work, the incumbent is expected to provide professional-level payroll support to all internal customers.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Payroll processing (regular and interim/special), maintenance of employee payroll records, garnishment processing, all in compliance with federal, state, and local wage-payment regulations
- Bookkeeping/accounting and analysis of all payroll-related GL accounts
- Collaborative, proactive interaction with Human Capital Management and operational units to ensure a timely payroll process
- Full reconciliation/validation of data prior to transmission/remittance with adherence to standardized processes to maintain a controlled environment
- Knowledge and application of taxation requirements and reporting, including monitoring and incorporating tax law changes in the Department’s execution of its responsibilities
- Knowledge and application of employee benefits tax treatment, including company-provided vehicle benefits
- Knowledge of application of employee benefit deductions
- Ability to understand the application of sick, vacation, and PTO benefits
- May be responsible for responding to internal and external audit data requests
- Self-review their own and review/cross-check other team members’ work to support a “no-error” goal
- Collaborate with coworkers on solutions and options, keeping the team well-informed on issues, changes, and new requirements
- Identify issues that require management’s review and input
- Maintain absolute confidentiality of all Payroll and Human Capital Management (HCM) Department information, including verbally, electronically, and physically securing records
- Adapt quickly to changing priorities, taking on challenges while remaining professional
- Takes lead on delivery of all tax returns/reports
- Special projects and other duties as assigned
MINIMUM POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business preferred Certified Payroll
- Professional (CPP) credential highly preferred
- Minimum of five (5) years’ experience in Payroll and Payroll Tax areas
- High aptitude and proficiency in use of software applications, especially advanced Excel skills
- Strong knowledge of federal and state regulations
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
Qualities / Core Competencies:
- Strong work ethic and team player
- Strong attention to detail
- High degree of professionalism
- Ability to deal sensitively with confidential material
- Strong interpersonal communication skills
- Ability to communicate with various levels of management
- Problem-solving and analytical skills
- Strong organizational, multi-tasking, and prioritizing skills