Payroll Analyst

What does a great Payroll Analyst do?

A successful Payroll Analyst consistently has a keen attention to detail and is comfortable in a fast-paced environment. Proficient in managing payroll across multiple countries and multiple US states and Canadian provinces with a comprehensive understanding of country specific practices, rules and tax regulations as well as US multistate and Canadian multi-province tax regulations. Maintains a high level of professionalism, confidentiality, integrity and demonstrates strong teamwork skills.

How you will provide meaningful contributions

• Assist in processing bi-weekly and semi-monthly Canada / US multi-state payrolls and monthly international payrolls for salaried and hourly employees and ensure the overall accuracy of employee data in multi-entity payroll processes.
• Analyze payroll metrics and develop process improvement, automation, and scalability recommendations
• Collaborate with the global HR team to prepare, review and deliver the monthly international payrolls runs for approximately 400 employees (Singapore, Hong Kong, United Kingdom, Australia, Italy, Japan and Switzerland)
• Manage the payroll inbox with the team
• Audit employee payroll data, payments, hours, and off-cycle manual checks.
• Administer new hire setup, tax form processing, timekeeping input, benefits setup, terminations, garnishments, and other functions.
• Process stop, off-cycle and termination payments in addition to reversals and replacements
• Assist employees with time and attendance issues.
• Handle complex payroll issues, discrepancies, and inquiries with a high level of professionalism.
• Collaborate with HR and finance teams to ensure seamless integration of payroll processes across different jurisdictions.
• Prepare and submit reports, including tax filings and other statutory requirements, promptly, for all international and domestic locations.
• Support year-end reporting requirements and issue W2’s.
• Provide support during internal and external audits related to payroll processes.
• Maintain Payroll General Ledger Account Reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.
• Assist with payroll related General Ledger account fluctuation explanations.
• Prepare payroll related journal entries and upload them into Netsuite system.
• Conduct research and analysis to assist the department supervisor with special projects.

Basic Qualifications for Consideration :

Preferred Skills / Experience