Payroll Analyst

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We are looking for a highly motivated and detail-oriented Payroll Specialist with a strong background in multi-state payroll processing and payroll tax compliance. This role is ideal for someone with 3–7 years of experience who has managed payroll for a mid-sized to large employee population (500+ employees) and thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Process weekly or bi-weekly multi-state payroll for a primarily non-exempt workforce (500+ employees)
• Prepare and process off-cycle payments as needed
• Support the Finance team with payroll-related reporting and data requests
• Partner with HR generalists and department managers to ensure timely and accurate updates to employee records
• Investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies in a timely manner
• Assist with the administration and processing of wage garnishments
• Collaborate with the Payroll Tax team to assist in research and filings
• Perform other payroll-related duties and special projects as assigned

Required Qualifications:

• 3–7 years of hands-on payroll experience, including multi-state payroll and tax compliance
• Experience processing payroll for a company with 500+ employees
• Strong working knowledge of payroll tax principles and compliance practices
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, etc.)
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines
• Professional, dependable, and able to handle confidential information with discretion
• Effective communication skills across all levels of the organization
• Team-oriented and adaptable to shifting priorities

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• Knowledge of Oracle or similar payroll/HRIS systems
• APA certification (FPC or CPP)
• Experience working closely with Finance and Tax departments

• Seniority level
  
  Not Applicable

• Employment type
  
  Contract

• Job function
  
  Accounting/Auditing
• Industries Staffing and Recruiting

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