Description:

Job Description

The US Payroll Analyst is responsible for proactive collaboration with key internal business partners within the Payroll organization. This role is responsible for processing payroll to ensure compliance with rules, regulations, and laws. The US Payroll Analyst role requires independent thinking and actions in handling the payroll analysis and validations. Knowledge of pay regulations, overtime compliance, Federal and State Tax legislations are important. The individual must be able to creatively think of ways to connect and combine large volumes of data from a variety of sources and ensure an accurate and compliant payroll. This role will support initiatives to streamline payroll processes, policies, and controls, which include the following:

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Ensure accurate data files are provided to payroll vendor to process payroll, includes 3rd party files, e.g., timekeeping, stock, relocation, benefits, retirement, rewards, commuter benefits, deferred compensation, etc. – US and Canada Employee Population
• Validates payroll reports ensuring that systems compute and correctly processed the earnings & deductions, company and mandated employee benefits, taxes, garnishments, time & attendance and other items that affect net pay and/or company liability
• Review manual checks and pay related adjustments processed in the payroll system
• Assists with third party payroll system implementations and upgrades
• Interprets pay policies, (e.g., holiday worked, overtime, calculation basis for deductions, government regulations, withholding exemptions, etc.) and ensures appropriate amounts/deductions are calculated and applied to the various accounts correctly
• Verifies compliance with government payroll requirements, stays current with changes in the law
• Assists with internal or external audits of records, worker’s compensation, tax filings, SOX, and other related documentation (compliance)
• Analysis and validation of payroll processing results using technology through reports and macros
• Perform audits of data prior to payroll completion and follow all established controls
• Complete post payroll audits and reporting, prepare metrics and track errors using technology and reporting tools
• Root cause analysis including constructive and preventative actions (CAPA)
• Documents payroll processes and procedures
• Assist and participate in payroll projects or change requests, review of current payroll processes to identify areas of process improvements and standardization.
• Respond to complex payroll related inquiries from employees and/or key stakeholders within stipulated timeline.
• Payroll related data are handled in accordance to the company’s guideline for confidential data handling process

Skills:

payroll, payroll processing, adp, reconciliation, microsoft excel, MS Excel, accounting, adp payroll, adp workforce now, payroll accounting, garnishments

Top Skills Details:

payroll,payroll processing,adp,reconciliation,microsoft excel,MS Excel

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

ADP Payroll is a huge nice to have

GlobalView experience is a plus

Experience Level:

Intermediate Level

Send resume' kvanduren @teksystems.com

About Aston Carter:

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Aston Carter, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.