Senior Payroll Systems Analyst

Mortenson is looking for a Senior Payroll Systems Analyst who will be responsible for systems support of our Payroll Operations and Financial Reporting groups. Working with HR, end users, and ITS to resolve issues and put enhancements in place.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The Senior Payroll Systems Analyst will focus on supporting our Payroll function by helping end users resolve system issues, working to enhance the system, and updating the system via patching. The candidate will be a bridge between Finance, Payroll, HR, Operations, and ITS with a perspective on how to best move forward.

• Partner with ITS, Finance, HR, and Operations to implement new software releases, patches, and upgrades to financial systems including design meetings, direct testing, etc.
• Oversee end-to-end payroll system processes, ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant payroll for all employees, including multi-state and union payrolls
• Lead the implementation and optimization of payroll technology solutions (e.g., UKG, Passport, Oracle HCM, or HCSS), collaborating with IT, HR, and Payroll Operations to enhance automation, user experience, and regulatory compliance
• Analyze payroll data and system performance to identify process improvements, troubleshoot complex payroll issues, and ensure alignment with evolving tax, garnishment, and reporting requirements
• Provide support, develop, and conduct training to the end-users in the use of our financial and project systems
• Partner with ITS, HR, Payroll Operations, and end-users to resolve any system issues quickly and efficiently
• Draft requirements documents and develop test scripts
• Lead in the analysis and recommendations for system enhancements to improve the efficiency of the finance, payroll, HR, and project teams
• Effectively work and build relationships across the organization to achieve goals and objectives
• All other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, HRIS, Management Information Systems, or equivalent degree. If no degree, must have minimum of 5 years of experience doing similar work.
• Advanced Excel skills
• Strong problem solving skills
• Knowledge of Oracle HCM, UKG, Passport, HCSS, or other Payroll/time-keeping system
• Oracle ERP experience preferred
• Active listening skills and effective communication including an openness to diverse input and feedback

A few benefits offered include:

(for Non-Craft & Non-Union Craft working 25 hours / week)

• Medical and prescription drug plans that includes no additional cost vision coverage
• Dental plan
• 401k retirement plan with a generous Mortenson match
• Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves
• Employer paid Life, AD&D, and disability insurance
• No-Cost mental health tool and concierge with extensive work-life resources
• Tuition reimbursement
• Adoption Assistance
• Gym Membership Discount Program

The base pay range for this role is $85,300 - $128,000 (Actual range is higher for the following office locations: Denver, CO and Chicago, IL - 5%, Seattle, WA, and Portland, OR - 10%, Washington, D.C. - 12.5%).

Base pay is positioned within the range based on several factors including an individual's knowledge, skills, and experience, with consideration given to internal equity.

Please make note:

• Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.
• Our postings are typically open a minimum of 5 days and an average of 44 days.

ABOUT MORTENSON

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Equal Employment Opportunity

Your uniqueness brings new and creative perspectives to the team. Mortenson is committed to providing equal opportunities of employment (EOE) to all individuals, regardless of your race, religion, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status or any other legally protected category.

Other Items to Note

• Mortenson reserves the right to hire any individual without legal or financial obligation on unwanted solicitations. No agency emails, calls, or solicitations are accepted without a valid agreement.
• Must be currently legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status, 0-1, TN, CPT, OPT, etc.). We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.