Senior Payroll Analyst

Description Our client based in San Francisco with a fully remote team is seeking an interim senior payroll analyst. Responsibilities:As a senior payroll analyst, you will be responsible for ensuring accurate and timely processing of payroll for 700 employees. Your primary duties will include:Payroll Processing: Process bi-weekly payroll for both non-exempt and exempt employees. Utilize the Workday payroll system and ADP to calculate wages, deductions, and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll tax regulations.Payroll Taxes and Filings: Assist with payroll tax calculations, quarterly filings, and ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Collaborate with the payroll team to resolve any tax-related issues.Journal Entry Uploads: Upload payroll-related journal entries into NetSuite. Maintain accurate records and ensure proper general ledger account coding.401(k) Funding: Coordinate and process 401(k) funding activities, including contributions, deductions, and related reporting. Ensure accuracy and compliance with retirement plan regulations.Data Management: Maintain and update employee payroll records, including new hires, terminations, salary changes, benefits deductions, and other related information. Ensure data integrity and confidentiality.Exception Handling: Investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies, including missing time records, incorrect pay rates, and employee inquiries. Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll-related matters promptly and professionally.Qualifications:To excel in this role, you should possess the following qualifications:Payroll Experience: A minimum of 5 years of hands-on payroll experience, preferably in a multi-state environment. Experience with high-volume payroll processing and strong knowledge of federal, state, and local payroll tax regulations is required.Technical Skills: Proficiency in using payroll systems such as Workday and ADP. Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, including basic pivot tables and VLOOKUP functions, is essential.Detail-oriented: Meticulous attention to detail and the ability to maintain a high level of accuracy in all payroll-related tasks.Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and resolve payroll discrepancies and errors efficiently.Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to provide exceptional customer service to both internal and external stakeholders.Team Player: A collaborative mindset and the ability to work effectively in a remote team environment. Willingness to assist with various payroll-related tasks as needed.Education: A bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred but not required.Requirements

Knowledge of multiple payroll applications

You will succeed in this position if you have strong interpersonal skills

Ability to effectively interact, verbally and in writing

Proven knowledge of ADP Online

Experience with Workday Payroll

-Excel- will perform pivot tables and v lookups

Comprehensive knowledge of Multi-state Payroll

Process Biweekly Payroll experience

Command of payroll for over 700 employees

Strong familiarity with Payroll Taxes

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