<p>The Payroll Analyst plays a key role in supporting payroll operations and related initiatives to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and compliance across payroll systems and processes. This position involves collaboration with cross-functional teams, system testing, reporting, and continuous improvement efforts.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Respond to payroll-related data requests for internal and external audits and reporting needs.</li><li>Develop, document, and maintain standard operating procedures for payroll processes, including year-end activities.</li><li>Serve as the first point of contact for payroll service desk inquiries and assist with escalated issues requiring advanced analysis.</li><li>Collaborate with stakeholders to define business requirements and documentation for payroll system updates and enhancements.</li><li>Conduct testing and validation for payroll system changes and project implementations.</li><li>Prepare monthly cost reports and generate General Ledger (GL) entries.</li><li>Support HRIS system implementations and monitor data replication between systems to ensure accuracy.</li><li>Perform regular audits to validate payroll data integrity and compliance.</li><li>Investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies and system errors, escalating when necessary.</li><li>Design and produce custom payroll reports as needed.</li><li>Manage and execute year-end payroll tasks, including income reporting and system configuration updates.</li><li>Contribute to process improvement initiatives using continuous improvement methodologies.</li><li>Develop and deliver training sessions for payroll-related topics.</li></ul>

<ul><li>Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.</li><li>Minimum of 3 years of relevant payroll experience.</li><li>Familiarity with finance and payroll applications, database structures, and query development.</li><li>Experience with systems such as SAP Payroll, SuccessFactors Employee Central (EC), and Employee Central Payroll (ECP).</li><li>Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (formulas, tables); experience with macros and VBA is a plus.</li><li>Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.</li><li>Experience with Repeatable Process Automation (RPA) is highly desirable.</li><li>In-depth understanding of payroll processes and compliance requirements.</li><li>Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.</li><li>Capable of working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.</li><li>Demonstrates integrity, reliability, adaptability, and a proactive approach to responsibilities.</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including presentation delivery.</li></ul><p><br></p>

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