Position Title: Sr. Payroll Analyst (P2)

Company Summary

Crown Castle is the nation’s largest provider of shared communications infrastructure: towers, small cells and fiber. It all works together to meet unprecedented demand—connecting people and communities and transforming the way we do business. Whenever you make a call, track a workout or stream music and videos, we’re the ones providing the communications infrastructure that makes it all possible. From 5G and the internet of things to drones, autonomous vehicles and AR/VR, we enable the technologies that help people stay safe, connected and ready for the future. Crown Castle is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange (CCI), is part of the S&P 500 and is one of the largest Real Estate Investment Trusts in the US.

We offer a total benefits package and professional growth development for teammates in any stage of their career. Along with caring for our teammates, we’re an active member in the communities where we live, work and do business. We have a responsibility to give back, which we do through our Connected by Good program. Giving back allows us to improve public spaces where people connect, promote public safety and advance access to education and technology.

Role

Responsible for leading the day-to-day accounting activities of payroll, including recording and reconciling accounting entries, preparing various ad hoc reconciliations and reports, performing payroll and tax calculations, researching labor law and payroll tax questions, data entry, and providing other assistance to Payroll Manager as requested.

Responsibilities 

• Lead the day-to-day execution of the process of bi-weekly and special payrolls for employees across multiple states, including garnishments, benefits, stock-based compensation, and taxes consistent with federal and state wage and hour laws.
• Ensure timelines and accuracy of payroll processing. Assume liability for outcomes.
• Calculate and record all payroll and related journal entries into the general ledger in accordance with GAAP.
• Understand fluctuations in payroll and payroll related entries period over period.
• Prepare, reconcile, and review payroll accounts, tax accounts, general ledger files, and bank statements on a periodic, quarterly, and annual basis while making corrections as needed.
• Ensure SOX compliance by adhering to internal control requirements and maintaining updated documentation for payroll related processes.
• Act as the resident reporting expert for the payroll and ERP systems. Work with third party and in-house BI teams for assistance when needed.
• Conduct and prepare non-routine payroll related projects and reports as directed by the Payroll Manager.
• Continually review processes for efficiencies and suggest improvements. Leverage new payroll system features, testing upgrades and enhancements when available. Assist Payroll Manager in the implementation of such enhancements.
• Prepare supporting documentation and reporting for internal and external audit requests, including 401(k), workman’s comp, and regulatory audits.
• Administer 401(k) employee withholdings and employer match in conjunction with third party service providers. Calculate, accrue, and forecast 401(k) expense.
• Coordinate with payroll service provider and regulatory agencies to maintain federal, state, and local taxing authority accounts, calculate, balance, and file all required quarterly taxes.
• Partner with Business Support to resolve employee questions and issues. Serve as the payroll subject matter expert for employees companywide by understanding the functional end-to-end processing for payroll and interpret payroll policies as needed.
• Create an environment of collaboration with IT, Tax, Legal, Business Support and other functional partners as appropriate.

Education/Certifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or equivalent work experience preferred

Experience/Minimum Requirements

• Two (2) to four (4) or more years of related experience

Expectations

• Demonstrate a working knowledge of payroll processes, procedures, controls, regulations, compliance, SOX requirements, and GAAP reporting.
• Experience with payroll systems and accounting software systems
• Experience with BI reporting tools including creating new reports/dashboards, maintaining/updating existing reports and scheduling reports.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft applications, particularly Excel
• Ability to work under pressure, multi-task, maintain flexibility, and meet deadlines
• Ability to communicate effectively, including with third party service providers, regulatory agencies, and employees at all levels within the company
• Ability to work well on a team and collaborate cross functionally
• Analytical and problem solving skills
• Adaptable to change
• Ability to maintain confidential information

Organizational Relationship

Reports to: Payroll Manager

Title(s) of direct reports (if applicable): N/A

Working Conditions: This role falls into our hybrid work model working in the office on Monday through Thursday. On Fridays, teammates on the hybrid schedule will have the option to work from the office or home. There is an expectation of collaboration with teammates and stakeholders for moments that matter that could require travel.