Payroll Analyst

Description

The Payroll Analyst supports the accurate and compliant execution of U.S. payroll operations within a managed service model. This role partners closely with ADP GlobalView, HR, Finance, and Benefits to validate payroll data, reconcile results, resolve issues, and ensure compliance with U.S. federal, state, and local payroll regulations.

Given the scale and complexity of the U.S. employee population, this role is critical to maintaining payroll accuracy, robust internal controls, and timely issue resolution.

U.S. Payroll Operations & Oversight

• Support end-to-end U.S. payroll processing in partnership with ADP GlobalView, including gross-to-net validation and post-payroll review

• Review payroll results for large, complex employee populations across multiple pay groups and pay frequencies

• Analyze payroll variances, identify discrepancies, and perform root-cause analysis in coordination with ADP and internal teams

• Support U.S. year-end activities, including W-2 processing, tax reconciliations, and regulatory filings

Data Management & Reconciliation

• Perform detailed payroll reconciliations between HRIS data, ADP GlobalView payroll outputs, and Finance records

• Utilize advanced Excel capabilities (VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, Pivot Tables) to analyze large payroll datasets and identify trends, variances, and errors

• Validate payroll elements, including earnings, deductions, benefits, taxes, and garnishments

• Ensure employee changes are accurately reflected in payroll results

HRIS & Integration Support

• Monitor and validate HRIS-to-ADP GlobalView data feeds, including hires, terminations, job changes, compensation updates, and time inputs

• Partner with HR and Benefits teams to resolve data or configuration issues impacting payroll

• Support testing related to payroll configuration changes, HRIS updates, or downstream integrations

Compliance, Controls & Audit Support

• Ensure compliance with U.S. federal, state, and local payroll laws and regulations

• Support internal and external audits by preparing reconciliations, reports, and supporting documentation

• Maintain strong payroll controls and data governance practices

• Always ensure the confidentiality and security of payroll data

Stakeholder Support & Continuous Improvement

• Serve as a key point of contact for payroll-related inquiries from HR, Finance, and Benefits partners

• Work with ADP GlobalView to manage cases, escalations, and service-level commitments

• Participate in payroll process improvements, reporting enhancements, and analytics initiatives

Qualifications

• Required Qualifications Experience:

• 3-5 years of U.S. payroll experience supporting large employee populations

• Experience working with ADP GlobalView or other enterprise payroll platforms in a managed service model

• Payroll & Compliance Knowledge:

• Strong understanding of U.S. payroll regulations, including federal, state, and local tax requirements

• Experience with garnishments, benefits deductions, and year-end processing (W-2s)

• Technical Skills:

• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, data reconciliation)

• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills Education:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field preferred Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP)

• Experience with SAP-based payroll or HRIS integrations

• Experience supporting payroll audits or SOX-controlled environments

• Exposure to payroll reporting and analytics in large, complex organizations

Equal Opportunity Employer

It is Company's policy not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. The Company will endeavor to provide a reasonable accommodation consistent with the law to otherwise qualified employees and prospective employees with a disability and to employees and prospective employees with needs related to their religious observance or practices. Should you wish to apply for this position or any other position with the Company and you believe you require assistance to complete an application or participate in an interview, please contact View email address on jobs.institutedata.com.