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Payroll Analyst

Robert Half

Payroll Analyst

Own the Payroll Process. Drive Accuracy. Make an Impact.

Are you the person who catches what everyone else misses? Do you enjoy solving complex payroll issues, digging into data, and ensuring every detail is correct? If so, this could be the opportunity you've been looking for.

We're seeking a Payroll Analyst to take ownership of payroll operations for approximately 700-750 employees across the U.S. and Canada . This is more than a payroll processing role. You'll be the go-to expert for payroll accuracy, reporting, reconciliations, compliance, and system optimization while partnering closely with Finance, HR, and leadership teams.

If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, love working independently, and want a role where your expertise is recognized and valued, we want to hear from you.

What You'll Be Doing

✅ Lead bi-weekly payroll processing across multiple states and Canadian jurisdictions

✅ Ensure payroll changes are processed accurately, including new hires, promotions, compensation adjustments, and terminations

✅ Analyze payroll data, reconcile accounts, and investigate discrepancies

✅ Prepare payroll-related journal entries and support month-end close activities

✅ Respond to employee payroll questions and resolve complex payroll issues

✅ Assist with payroll tax compliance, audits, reporting, and year-end processing

✅ Develop meaningful payroll reports and insights for HR, Finance, and leadership

✅ Maintain strong payroll controls, documentation, and compliance practices

What Makes You a Great Fit

  • 2+ years of payroll experience
  • Multi-state payroll processing experience
  • Experience with payroll reconciliations, payroll accounting, and reporting
  • Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
  • Ability to work independently and take ownership of responsibilities
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Comfortable managing multiple priorities and deadlines

Why You'll Love This Opportunity

  • High-impact role with visibility across Finance, HR, and leadership
  • Opportunity to own and improve payroll processes
  • Mix of payroll operations, accounting, analytics, reporting, and systems work
  • Stable, collaborative, and growth-oriented environment
  • Chance to be a trusted subject matter expert within the organization

Vacancy posted 7 hours ago
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