Payroll Analyst

The Payroll Analyst role’s primary responsibility is to work with the Payroll Specialists in processing payrolls for all pay groups (1,000 EEs) for Modern Automotive Network, which encompasses the timely distribution and correct payment of payroll deposits, payroll taxes and other withholdings. Additionally, this role will aid the Payroll Manager in the areas of reporting, compliance, payroll tax reconciliation and resolution and payroll system maintenance.

The Payroll Analyst is expected to serve as a subject matter expert for processing payroll in UKG Pro (formerly UltiPro) and WFM (formerly Kronos).  Duties include working with all functional areas across all Modern locations to obtain information for payroll production, as well as responding to and resolving employee questions and problems.

Responsibilities:

·      Serve as a member of the Payroll Team in the accurate and timely processing of the weekly, semi-monthly and supplemental payrolls, which includes the integration of timekeeping and the import of compensation files into the UKG Pro Pay system. 

·      Review and validate all new hire information for assigned locations, in UKG Pro and the UKG Workforce Management timekeeping system. 

·      Manage employee records, including but not limited to, salary adjustments, special payments, tax allocations, employee deductions, PTO balances and garnishments as provided. 

·      Balance payroll taxes after each payroll is processed. 

·      Run 401K deduction reports and process contribution files with record-keeper in a timely manner. 

·      Assist Payroll Manager with data collection for audits. 

·      Assist with other projects as needed under direction of Payroll Manger on an ad-hoc basis. 

·      File and archive all payroll-related documentation in an organized manner. 

·      Complete all relevant training in the UKG Pro system as assigned by Payroll Manager. 

·      Establish and maintain a positive working relationship with employees, managers and co-workers to promote a quality service image.

Requirements:

·        High School Diploma or GED required; associate or bachelor’s degree preferred

·        Minimum of five (5) years of payroll and timekeeping experience

·        Automobile Dealership work experience preferred

·        Experience working with UKG (formerly UltiPro), with large volume (1,000 employees), multi-frequency payroll processing, multiple EINs or pay groups

·        Experience working with UKG WFM (formerly Kronos), preferred

·        Solid knowledge of payroll and payroll tax laws and relevant employment laws (FLSA, FMLA)

·        Strong focus on detail, with highly developed analytical and problem-solving skills

·        Demonstrate a high level of customer service with a focus on responding to payroll-related inquiries in a quick, friendly and efficient manner.

·        Proficiency using Microsoft Office products (Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams)

·        Intermediate level of proficiency with Excel, including experience in lookup functions, pivot tables and various other formulas

·        Must have regular, reliable attendance with team-oriented and collaborative work ethic

·        Demonstrate a high level of professionalism, discretion and confidentiality