What are the responsibilities and job description for the Payroll Analyst position at MSI Recruiting?
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in processing payroll for US employees across multiple states and jurisdictions.
- Review, audit, and balance timecards and payroll-related input to ensure compliance with FLSA and state employment and tax regulations.
- Support the development and implementation of streamlined payroll processes and best practices.
- Participate in payroll system changes, user acceptance testing, and validation processes.
- Manage and respond to employee payroll-related inquiries with a focus on exceptional service.
- Monitor employee timecards and deductions for accuracy and compliance.
- Assist the Payroll Manager in updating payroll procedures, training materials, and delivering training sessions (virtual and in-person).
- Conduct monthly, quarterly, and annual payroll audits to ensure accuracy and compliance.
- Adhere to all policies, procedures and instructions as defined in our Quality Management System (QMS), Employee Handbook, Health and Safety manual, or any other instruction issued by the company.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent required; Associate's degree (A.A.) strongly preferred or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
- Minimum of 5 years' experience in payroll processing using an automated HRIS and payroll system.
- Experience in a mid-to-large multi-state manufacturing company preferred.
- Strong knowledge of FLSA, Wage & Hour regulations, payroll taxes, garnishments, and 401(k)/Section 125 Cafeteria Plans.
- Advanced skills in ADP Workforce Now, Essential Time & Attendance, and ADP Analytics & Reporting.
- Experience with Oracle HCM, strongly preferred.
- Experience with payroll automation projects and process improvement initiatives.
- Proficient in Excel (VLOOKUPs, Pivot Tables, etc.) and MS Office Suite, required.
- PHR Certification preferred.
- Exceptional work ethic with a high degree of confidentiality; along with commitment to high data integrity and data privacy practices
