Payroll Analyst III

Responsibilities Process monthly U.S. payroll and semi‑monthly Canadian payroll ensuring accurate and timely completion of scheduled and off‑cycle payrolls; support bi‑weekly payrolls and serve as backup for other Payroll Analysts. Maintain and reconcile the International Assignee Payment and Refund Tax Tracker, including amounts due to and from employees and tax authorities, partnering with external vendors (e.g., Ernst & Young) to ensure accuracy and compliance. Validate taxable relocation and imputed income files and monitor payroll interfaces, including relocation, severance, and other inbound and outbound system files. Maintain accurate employee tax profiles and process updates related to address changes, job transfers, and other employee status changes. Enter, review, and monitor payroll transactions; perform comprehensive pre‑ and post‑payroll audits to ensure data accuracy and integrity. Research, resolve, and respond to employee payroll inquiries in a timely and professional manner while safeguarding the confidentiality of HR and payroll data. Execute quarterly and annual payroll‑related SOX controls and run ad‑hoc payroll and audit reports to support reconciliations, compliance, and analysis. Monitor and validate 401(k) employee and employer contributions to ensure compliance with IRS limits. Process and monitor Tuition Reimbursement payments, ensuring proper taxation and payroll integration. Qualifications and Skills Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, with hands‑on experience using VLOOKUP, XLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, and other advanced functions. Hands‑on experience processing corporate payroll, including exempt/non‑exempt employees, executive compensation, and equity transactions. 4+ years in a corporate payroll environment with 3,000+ exempt and non‑exempt employees. Experience with SAP Payroll (Employee Central Payroll) preferred. Timekeeping system knowledge (UKG) preferred. Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment. Demonstrated technical aptitude to understand data flow and system integrations. Strong interpersonal skills – will be working with service providers and employees. Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience; payroll certification (FPC or CPP) desirable. Proven experience with multiple state payroll processing. Proven track record of continuous process improvement. Experience with International Assignees (e.g., imputations, hypothetical tax, gross ups). Benefits 401(k) plan with company match and additional contribution opportunities. Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage. Health Savings Account start‑up contribution for employees electing a high‑deductible plan. Flexible spending accounts for Health Care and Dependent Care. Employee assistance program with counseling services. Life and accidental death insurance options. Tuition reimbursement and student loan support. Paid leave (sick, vacation, holidays, parental, funeral, disability, jury duty, military, and others). Volunteer service opportunities and charitable matching grants. On‑site health centers and fitness centers at select locations. Mobile phone and vehicle allowances for eligible employees. Extensive training and career development programs. Reynolds American is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected class status. For requests requiring reasonable accommodation during the application process, please contact View email address on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr