What are the responsibilities and job description for the Payroll Analyst position at GroupA?
Job Type: Fulltime/Direct Hire
Location: Austin, TX-Hybrid
Dive into an unparalleled opportunity to shape our HR tech platform, with a spotlight on Workday Payroll and your expertise will be instrumental in scaling our HR systems. The Payroll Analyst is responsible for managing payroll-related activities within the Workday system. This role involves configuring, testing, and maintaining payroll functions, ensuring accurate payroll processing, and troubleshooting any issues. The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of payroll systems, a keen understanding of Workday’s capabilities, and experience with payroll compliance and best practices.
- Payroll Configuration & Maintenance: Configure payroll processes in Workday, including pay components, tax setup, and time-tracking. Ensure payroll workflows are optimized and aligned with company policies and regulatory requirements.
- Payroll Processing & Reporting: Oversee the accurate and timely processing of payroll, including off-cycle, manual, and exception payments. Run payroll audits and generate reports to ensure payroll data integrity1.
- Testing & Troubleshooting: Conduct system testing for payroll updates, new releases, and configuration changes. Resolve payroll issues by investigating discrepancies and working with cross-functional teams to implement solutions1.
- Compliance & Documentation: Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll laws and tax regulations. Maintain payroll system documentation, including process flows, guidelines, and payroll calendars1.
- User Support & Training: Provide technical support and training for payroll system users, including HR and finance teams. Serve as the main point of contact for Workday payroll-related inquiries1.
Qualifications:
- Experience: Experience with Workday payroll configuration and support.
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, data analytics, or a related field.
- Skills: Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a deep understanding of payroll systems and data analysis techniques. Proficiency in data analysis tools, such as Microsoft Excel, SQL, or other data manipulation software2.
- Knowledge: Familiarity with Workday payroll systems and their data structures. Knowledge of payroll regulations, tax laws, and compliance requirements2
