Payroll Analyst

Payroll Analyst
Location: Los Angeles, CA
Duration: 06 Months

RESPONSIBILITIES

• This position is responsible for ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing for employees within a large company, multi-state, union environment.
• This position requires a comprehensive understanding of internal processes, compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations as well as company policies, and the ability to handle complex issues.
• The successful candidate will also have basic knowledge of payroll accounting, wage and hour laws, and SOX compliance.

Responsibilities include:
" End-to-end processing of multi-frequency union and non-union payrolls
" Audit and reconciliation of HR and payroll data to identify and resolve discrepancies and ensure accuracy
" Ensure data is compliant with federal, state and local tax regulations including multistate taxation rules
" Reconcile payroll integration and bank files
" Provide timely and compliant response and set up of employee garnishments
" Provide ad hoc reports to internal customers as required
" Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll issues, providing timely and accurate information and resolving discrepancies
" Keep abreast of payroll related regulations
" Build and maintain strong relationships with business partners including Human Resources and IT
" Provide testing support for system upgrades and periodic tax updates
" Special projects as assigned

REQUIREMENTS KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• 3 years of payroll experience in a large company setting
• Experience with SAP Employee Central Payroll (ECP) or other major HCM system preferred
• Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite with intermediate level Excel skills
• Demonstrated understanding of the relationship between HR policies/programs and payroll
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to prioritize competing demands and work well under pressure
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Proactive with excellent customer service skills