Come be an Employee-Owner of one of the nation’s largest producers of metal roofing and siding! We sell, manufacture, build, and distribute metal building components and packages. Since 1988 we’ve grown to over 13 locations nationwide. We make raving fans of our customers with our “right, on time, every time” commitment.
So, who are we looking for?
People who “Own It” – Commitment to the customer, the company, and each other:
You are customer-focused with an eye for detail.
You are reliable.
People who “Can Do” – Our Attitude:
You are an innovative thinker pursuing continuous improvement.
You embrace teamwork.
You want to positively make an impact and open to change.
People who “Act in Love” – Treats others with humility, respect, kindness, honesty, patience, and self-control.
You enjoy giving back to your community. We take great pride in the communities we live in, so we give back with our time and talents. Each year you can take paid time off to support a cause close to your heart.
And what will you do?

Summary: 
The Payroll Analyst works with the Central States Manufacturing, Inc. payroll team, systems, and processes. They ensure compliance with laws and tax obligations, maintain accurate payroll records, and stay on top of legislative changes for local, state, and federal regulatory practices. They may also be required to perform various administrative responsibilities such as corrective payroll actions, updating or maintaining company policies, and leading change efforts for process improvements. 
Core Functions:
• Working with the Payroll Specialist to ensure that all payroll-related tasks are completed accurately and timely.
• Implementing, maintaining, and reviewing payroll processing systems to ensure accurate processing of payroll transactions including salaries, benefits, garnishments, taxes, and other deductions.
• Generating and reviewing various payroll reports, reconciliations, and payments, and addressing any discrepancies.
• Maintaining and optimizing the payroll platform to meet the organization’s specific payroll needs, staying up to date with system updates and best practices.
• Directing the collection, computing, and documentation of payroll data.
• Overseeing and reviewing payroll payments and account reconciliations.
• Accurately setting up and maintaining earning, deduction, and tax rules, as well as business rules within UKG Pro and UltiPro Time Management (UTM).
• Ensuring records and processes comply with company and legal regulations.
• Coordinating with HR and accounting to verify employee data and accounts.
• Maintaining accurate account balances and detailed records for auditing.
• Managing and resolving any issues related to payroll.
• Preparing reports and financial statements.
Key Measures of Success:
• Ability to identify deficiencies and troubleshoot.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Excellent leadership skills.
• Excellent understanding of current legislation and regulations relevant to our organization.
• Excellent project management and leadership skills.
• First-rate written and verbal communication skills.
• Consistently exhibits and displays the company’s values of “Own It. Can Do. Act in Love.” Own It – Commitment to customer, company, and each other.
• Can Do – Team Player, Open to Change, & Pursuing continuous improvement.
• Act in Love – Treating others with humility, respectfulness, kindness, honesty, patience, and self-control.
Education & Experience: 

Minimum Required:
• 4 years’ experience with payroll processing for multiple states.
• Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance or equivalent experience.
• Excellent knowledge of tax standards for multiple local, multiple state, and federal legislation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Proficiency in conducting data analysis and reporting statistics.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Excellent project management skills.

• Ability to work independently.

Preferred:

• Familiarity with writing policies and procedures.

• CPP certification

• UKG Pro Software experience

Physical Demands & Work Environment:
Work is performed in an office environment with a remote work option. This role will routinely utilize standard office equipment to perform the core functions listed in this job description. This position requires the ability to communicate verbally and electronically. The work is primarily sedentary and requires extensive reading to perform the core functions listed in this job description.
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform core functions.Travel
5% travel is expected for this position.

Benefits Offered:

At Central States, we are an ESOP. That means each one of our employees is an owner of the company and receives an allocation of stock every year. This allows all our employees to share in the wealth and success of the company. We also offer:
• 401K – We match up to 4%
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Holiday pay
• Vacation pay
• Mental health resources
• Healthcare coordinators
• Life insurance
• Health Savings Accounts
• Flexible Spending Account
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability
• Profit-Sharing bonus
• Performance based merit increases
• Education assistance available – Up to $5,250 each year
Central States Manufacturing, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.