Sr. Payroll Analyst

Avnet Payroll Specialist

At Avnet, relationships matter. We are a global, FORTUNE 500 technology distributor and solutions company that delivers design, supply chain and logistics expertise to customers at every stage of a product's lifecycle. Our employees have a front row seat to the latest innovations shaping the world we live in and the future we share. We're driven to help our customers around the world succeed and we do so by earning the trust of some of the biggest names in technology. Working at Avnet means being a part of a global team. We work collaboratively and with integrity, doing business the right way. For more than a century, we have partnered together to help our customers, suppliers and teammates realize the transformative possibilities of technology. Experience what's next at Avnet!

Job Summary

Delivers proactive support of payroll programs, policies, processes, and applications. Applies working knowledge and understanding of payroll principles to assist team members, managers and customers

This position is on-site, in Phoenix, AZ following a hybrid schedule.

Principal Responsibilities

• Provides first level response support to managers, team members, employees and other customers
• Receives inquiries and responds to requests following appropriate policies and practices; provides basic interpretation of HR policies
• Assist in payroll processing including overtime computations, mandatory contributions, benefits deductions and payroll taxes
• Monitors and ensures proper documentation of employee benefit payments
• Prepares reports illustrating payroll expenditures, including such items as tax payments and benefit plan disbursements
• Establishes standards and procedures for handling transactions and administration of payroll operations, including tax setups and amendment processing
• Serves as liaison to employees related to pay questions and resolves pay issues demonstrating strong customer service, conflict resolution and communication skills
• Reviews payroll audit reports, identifies root causes, and leads efforts to remedy errors and prevent recurrence
• Inputs or maintains data relevant to processing employee data changes, ensuring accuracy and compliance
• Maintains documentation or records within appropriate HR/Payroll systems and supports knowledge-sharing across the team
• Determines best method(s) to resolve issues ensuring customer satisfaction and adherence to organization policies and practices as well as legal regulations
• Works cross-functionally with other departments (as required) to coordinate customer resolution and process improvements
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Level Specifications

• Mastery knowledge of the job, practices and procedures, as well as how it affects the organization. Develops process improvement for a wide variety of tasks.
• Consistently works on highly complex problems requiring independent action and decision-making. Determines best course of action to resolve problems and makes recommendations for improvement.
• Work is performed under little or no guidance and assigned in the form of broad objectives. Significant creativity and ingenuity are expected to recommend solutions to complex problems and additional challenges. May act as informal team lead and/or coach less experienced team members.
• Frequent collaboration with management, external contacts and/or other teams. Coordinates efforts with other departments for optimal efficiency. May act as a point of contact for individuals internally and/or externally.

Work Experience

• Typically requires a minimum of eight years of related experience.

Education and Certification(s)

• High School Diploma or equivalent

Distinguishing Characteristics

• CPP or equivalent experience
• ADP Workforce Now / Workforce Manager experience preferred

What We Offer

Our employees work hard to live our values and help us grow. Our total rewards strategy supports Avnet's ability to attract, engage, develop, and reward our employees, while promoting a diverse and inclusive environment. We offer competitive compensation and benefit programs from time away and flexible working arrangements to programs supporting employee well-being and opportunities to give back to your community.

• Generous Paid Time Off
• 401K and Pension Plan
• Paid Holidays
• Family Support (Paid Leave, Surrogacy, Adoption)
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• Long-term and Short-term Disability Insurance
• Health Savings Account / Flexible Spending Account
• Education Assistance
• Employee Development Resources
• Employee Wellness, Leadership Development and Mentorship Programs

Benefits listed above may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Avnet.

Avnet is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law. This policy of non-discrimination also applies to religious dress and grooming practices. Avnet will accommodate employee religious dress standards and grooming practices that do not result in undue hardship for the Company. If you are interested in applying for employment with Avnet and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position contact our Human Resources Service Center at View phone number on talent.com.