What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sr Payroll Analyst position at Meduit?
Key Accountabilities
- Analyze, prepare, input, and process semi-monthly multi-state payroll data through UKG system
- Responsible for accurately maintaining payroll files and records
- Ensure compliance with all applicable state and federal wage and hour laws
- Enter wage garnishments/levies as appropriate.
- Reconcile and validate 401(k) & HSA contributions
- Distribute paychecks, process manual checks as needed, including same day termination checks as required by state law
- Provide periodic reports (gross payroll, hours worked, vacation accrual, tax deductions, benefit deductions, miscellaneous custom reports, etc.) for HR and business leadership needs.
- Research, respond, and resolve payroll and tax issues and timely follow up to employee questions.
- Work closely with HRIS Analyst to ensure accurate and timely set up of earnings and deduction codes, and other payroll-related setups.
- Work closely with Finance to resolve payroll-related items
- Manage and participate in special projects and other duties as assigned.
Competencies
- Highly organized and strong attention to detail.
- Ability to multi-task and prioritize.
- Effective verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
- Ability to handle confidential information and be sensitive to personal situations.
- Ability to interact professionally with employees at all levels
- Ability to work well independently yet also be able to be an integral member of the HR team
Qualifications
- High school diploma or 2-year degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business
- 2-4 years relevant experience in Payroll and Time & Attendance, specifically UKG preferred
- Understanding of payroll processes, systems, current state tax, overtime, and related payroll regulations/laws
- Proficient skills in Excel and use of formulas, pivot tables, and vlookups
- Proficient skills in Word
- UKG payroll experience preferred
Meduit is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, domestic violence victim status or status as a protected veteran or any other federal, state or local protected class.
