Associate Analyst - Payroll Operations

About the position Responsibilities • Analyze and approve/coordinate multiple payroll processes for all pay groups within the assigned timeline • Use critical thinking skills to perform an exploratory analysis on multiple payroll processes to identify and proactively resolve problems • Run queries and analyze data for multiple payroll processes, using pivot tables and v-lookups when applicable • Submit changes/adjustments based on outcome of analysis • Take action to resolve problems found within payroll, benefits, deductions, and tax data. If needed, escalate to the appropriate stakeholders for approvals and/or discussion to resolve the issue • Research and provide resolution on payroll issues while working cross-functionally within the department and across the company • Plan and develop timelines, as well as address issues and identify solutions for various payroll processes • Understand and apply applicable labor contracts for various work groups • Understand and research data from multiple systems and how they interface with PeopleSoft and the employee's paycheck. Analyze all transactions from the various systems • Process Help Hub tickets and handle incoming phone call inquiries/issues from employees • Manage, train, and handle other payroll related projects as assigned Requirements • High school diploma or equivalent • 2-3 years payroll, accounting, or relevant finance experience • Proficiency with Microsoft Office products, particularly Excel (VLOOKUPS, Pivot Tables, etc.) • Strong verbal/written communications skills • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills • Strong organizational skills; ability to handle multiple projects with a high degree of accuracy; high attention to detail • Strong leadership and interpersonal skills; team player • Ability to manage time and follow through, with high level of initiative • Ability to maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the job • Ability to drive process improvements on a departmental basis • Ability to work under pressure and handle stressful situations in a professional manner, including meeting deadlines • Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision • Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship • Successful completion of interview required to meet job qualification • Reliable, punctual attendance is an essential function of the position Nice-to-haves • Bachelor's degree or 4 years of relevant work experience in Finance • Multi-state payroll knowledge • Extensive working knowledge of payroll processing Benefits • medical • dental • vision • life • accident & disability • parental leave • employee assistance program • commuter • paid holidays • paid time off • 401(k) • flight privileges Apply tot his job