Payroll Analyst

Payroll AnalystBarry-Wehmiller is a diversified global supplier of engineering consulting and manufacturing technology for the packaging, corrugating, sheeting and paper-converting industries. By blending people-centric leadership with disciplined operational strategies and purpose-driven growth, Barry-Wehmiller has become a $3 billion organization with nearly 12,000 team members united by a common belief: to use the power of business to build a better world.The Payroll Analyst, under the guidance of the Payroll Director, is responsible for the administration of the day-to-day payroll operations and accuracy of the payroll system that delivers payroll on a bi-weekly basis. The Payroll Analyst will act as backup for members of the payroll team, and be a resource to employees and perform related duties as required.Principal Duties and Responsibilities (Essential Functions):Processes bi-weekly payroll.Understand the Dayforce payroll system as a ProcessorProvide support for ongoing payroll operational activitiesProvide payroll process expertise as a project team member on departmental and cross-functional initiativesSolve a variety of complex problems, conduct research, gather and compile information for reports and analyze resultsRegularly review current processes and procedures and make recommendations for improvements to SOP or systems to enhance performance and create efficiencies.Participate in developing and testing new and/or existing payroll processes and procedures when system and business requirements changeParticipate in various payroll audits as required by internal and external audit teamsResearch compliance issues, IRS laws and states laws, to provide recommendations for improved compliance on internal payroll and payroll tax processesParticipate in payroll projects and opportunities as assignedWork closely with the Payroll Team to provide excellent customer service and be back up for payroll processing as neededAssist in resolving payroll related tax issues with Dayforce and the taxing agenciesAssist with Tax Registrations.Performs other related duties or projects as assigned by the Payroll Director.Job Specifications:Experience with high volume, multi-state payroll environmentExperience in coordinating long-term and short-term planning in a fast-changing environmentAbility to work with all levels of management and deal effectively with team membersHave superior organization skillsGood communication and interpersonal skills when interacting with vendors, management, and team membersProficient in Word and ExcelAbility to lead and coach othersRequired Education and Experience:Bachelor's degree in a related field5-7 years of full cycle payroll processing experienceDeep knowledge with Payroll Tax, Withholdings, Filings, and Correspondence across multiple StatesCPP/FPC PreferredExperience with Dayforce Payroll and Workday a plusSupervisory/Responsibility:This position does not supervise team membersWork Environment:This is an office position that has the potential to work from home one day a week.Position Type:This is a regular, full-time position with the understanding that a regular workweek may require extended days and hours as needed to meet business needs.Travel:Occasional domestic travel may be required for this position.Physical Demands:The physical demands described here are representative of those performed in the job duties. The employee sits at a desk and uses a computer for prolonged periods of time. Performing the role frequently uses close vision, speech, hearing, and dexterity to operate office equipment. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds.Barry-Wehmiller is an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V This organization uses E-Verify.Applicants may be subject to pre-employment screening which may include drug screening, reference checks, employment verifications, background screening and/or skills assessments.