Payroll Analyst

Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Payroll Analyst to join our finance and human resources team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing payroll processes, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely processing across various platforms. This role offers an excellent opportunity to work with leading payroll and HRIS systems, contributing to the smooth operation of our organization’s compensation functions. A strong background in accounting software, data entry, and analysis skills is essential for success in this position.

Duties

- Process payroll using systems such as Workday, ADP, UltiPro, Kronos, PeopleSoft, Ceridian, or other HRIS platforms

- Ensure accurate data entry related to employee hours, wages, deductions, and benefits

- Reconcile accounts related to payroll transactions and maintain detailed records for audit purposes

- Manage accounts payable and receivable related to payroll expenses

- Conduct account reconciliation to verify payroll accuracy and resolve discrepancies promptly

- Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations

- Assist with bookkeeping tasks related to payroll and human resources functions

- Prepare reports on payroll data analysis for management review

- Support HR functions by providing relevant payroll information for audits or inquiries

Qualifications

- Proven experience with payroll systems such as Workday, ADP, Kronos, UltiPro, PeopleSoft, Ceridian or similar HRIS platforms

- Strong knowledge of accounting software including QuickBooks or equivalent tools

- Familiarity with accounting principles related to accounts payable/receivable and account reconciliation

- Excellent data entry skills with high attention to detail and accuracy

- Analytical skills to interpret payroll data and generate insightful reports

- Background in human resources or related fields preferred

- Experience with bookkeeping and general ledger management is a plus

- Ability to handle sensitive information confidentially and maintain compliance with applicable regulations

This position is integral to maintaining efficient payroll operations while supporting overall organizational financial health.

Job Type: Fixed term contract

Contract length: 12 months

Work Location: In person