Senior Payroll Analyst - Confidential : Job Details

The Senior Payroll Analyst will coordinate payroll, maintain payroll records, and ensure accuracy and compliance with relevant laws and regulations. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, a high level of attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate with payroll vendor to process employee payroll at a regular cadence
• Ensure accuracy and compliance with all relevant laws and regulations
• Maintain payroll records and documentation
• Handle payroll inquiries and resolve any discrepancies or issues
• Prepare and submit payroll reports to management
• Stay up-to-date on payroll best practices and regulatory requirements
• Assist with payroll-related projects and process improvements
• Collaborate with HR and finance teams to ensure seamless payroll operations
• Be the point of contact and escalation person with our Payroll vendor
• Manage the company payroll inbox and respond to requests, questions, and any other issues promptly
• Complete/coordinate garnishment orders with payroll vendor

Qualifications:

• 6-8 years of work experience, including multi-state payroll
• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field (preferred)
• Proven experience managing payroll systems with technical expertise (i.e., knowledge of taxation rules, wage codes, etc.)
• Experience handling payroll for salaried and hourly employees
• High attention to detail and ability to operate with autonomy in a fast-paced environment
• Strong understanding of payroll principles, practices, and regulations
• Proficiency in payroll software (SAP, Employee Central/Employee Central Payroll) and MS Excel
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information
• Experience processing equity awards
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Knowledge of labor laws, tax regulations, and compliance requirements
• Ability to collaborate cross-functionally
• Proven track record of problem-solving
• Motivated and driven to grow within the organization

This role requires applicants to be located in the Chicagoland area and on-site 3 days per week.

This role requires applicants to have permanent United States work authorization (U.S. citizen or Permanent Resident).