Job Details

Description

The Payroll Analyst supports accurate payroll billing, tax processing, and compliance across a complex multi-entity environment. This role analyzes payroll data, assists with quarterly and annual tax filings, resolves tax notices and banking issues, and partners with internal teams and external vendors to ensure timely, compliant payroll operations.

Essential Duties:

Prepare payroll billings and supporting accounting documents in collaboration with accounting
Research, analyze, and resolve payroll-related tax notices, inquiries, and discrepancies
Partner with Payroll and Treasury to review and resolve payroll banking issues
Analyze payroll data to support quarterly and annual payroll tax filings and reconciliations
Ensure payroll tax withholding, reporting, and remittance remain fully compliant with all federal, state, and local regulations
Prepare and manage tax agency enrollments and account setups with the third-party tax vendor
Review W-2’s and W-2C’s for accuracy and assist with year-end payroll activities
Stay current on payroll legislation to maintain full compliance
Establish and maintain state and local tax jurisdiction accounts for withholding and unemployment
Serve as the payroll tax subject-matter expert for internal teams and external partners
Review tax rates provided by the vendor and ensure accurate system updates
Perform other related payroll tax duties as assigned

Education/Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field preferred
3 years of recent payroll tax experience in a large multi-state/multi-entity company preferred
Experience working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with multiple priorities required
Strong understanding of multi-state and local payroll tax requirements
Prior UKG experience strongly preferred
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word required

Job Knowledge, Skills, and Ability Preferences:

Ability to read and speak English to perform job duties effectively
Strong attention to detail with the ability to interpret numerical and financial data
Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities
Customer-service oriented with strong interpersonal skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work under time constraints and meet schedules, including unexpected deadlines
Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team
Proficient in Windows environment with strong Excel skills

Payroll Analyst, Finance