Analyst - Payroll

Energy Transfer, recognized three years running by Forbes as one of America's best large employers, is dedicated to responsibly and safely delivering America's energy. We are driven to inspire our employees to create superior value for our customers, our investors, a sustainable future and giving back to the community where we have long-standing commitments to causes including MD Anderson Children's Cancer Hospital, The Salvation Army, American Heart Association, Ronald McDonald House and many more. Come join our award winning 10,000 strong organization as we fuel the world and each other!

Summary:

The Payroll Analyst reports directly to the Payroll Manager. The position provides direct support for the payroll process with adherence to Payroll policies and procedures.

Responsibilities:

• Process bi-weekly payroll in PeopleSoft North American Payroll module.
• Act as the payroll subject matter expert for assigned client base
• Reports data; reviews and ensures accurate computation of pay, conducts appropriate audits to ensure data integrity and compliance
• Coordinates with internal departments as appropriate to resolve discrepancies.
• Maintains payroll information by collecting, calculating and entering data
• Exports time from time & attendance system, ADP eTIME for payroll processing
• Reviews/audits timesheets for accuracy and proper manager approval, follow up with any discrepancies
• Responsible for ensuring additional pay components such as bonuses, garnishments, loans, and general deductions
• Assists with processing, researching and auditing all additional pay requests
• Provides excellent customer service for all employees relating to payroll items
• Responsible for managing group payroll mailbox requests
• Teamwork - works cooperatively and productively with colleagues and other teams
• Effectively manages time during critical periods, such as payroll processing days
• Participates in internal and external audits pertaining to payroll

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree preferred in Accounting, and/ or Certification in Payroll Practices or equivalent work experience and a minimum of 2 years work experience in Payroll.
• 2-5 years of experience in payroll
• Payroll certification is desired but not required
• Experience with PeopleSoft Payroll and Payroll Tax requirements
• Working knowledge of federal, state and local laws and regulations for a multi-state payroll environment

Disciplined organizational skills

• Time-management and adaptability based on ongoing changing priorities
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Communicates effectively in both formal and informal settings
• Ability to conceptualize and assimilate data to recognize problems and recommend solutions
• Adapt effectively to new and changing environment
• Required experience is commensurate with the selected job level:
• The Specialist/Analyst level requires a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience and 2-5 years of relevant job related experience
• The Senior Specialist/Analyst level requires a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience and 5-8 years of relevant job related experience
• The Lead Specialist/Analyst level requires a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience and 8+ years of relevant job related experience