Payroll Analyst

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or Business Administration
• 2+ years of payroll and accounting experience in a multi-state payroll department with high volume operations
• Experience in Sarbanes-Oxley-compliant environment
• Advanced knowledge of Excel; must be proficient in other standard workplace applications, including Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Candidates may be asked to work shifts to align with global assignments
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal; excellent customer service and problem-solving skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong working knowledge of Workday and Deel
• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) designation
• Strong understanding of Workday financials functional areas; Professional Services
• Automation (Including Projects, Customers, and Time & Expense), Procurement, Suppliers and AP, Banking and Settlement, Business assets, and all core Accounting
• Workday certifications

Responsibilities:

• Process bi-weekly/monthly payroll for all employees, including salaries, bonuses, and commissions.
• Prepare payroll-related reports and year-end filings with third-party processors like Deel and Workday.
• Ensure accurate accounting entries and monthly accruals for wages, commissions, bonuses, vacation, and travel.
• Collaborate with HR on employee changes (e.g., new hires, terminations, LOAs, tax updates).
• Handle deductions (e.g., garnishments, benefits, retirement plans) and ensure equity earnings are W-2 compliant.
• Assist with quarter-end closes, audits, and system data integrity.

• Respond to employee payroll inquiries courteously and efficiently.
• Support Workday integrations and maintain accurate payroll system setup.
• Participate in special projects and ensure adherence to policies and ethical standards.

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