Payroll Analyst

Our client, headquartered in White Plains, NY, is looking for a Payroll Analyst who believes in the company's mission and is eager to be a part of their growth!

What makes this a great opportunity?

Our client is a rapidly growing organization with locations across the country

They are profitable, doubling in size every year and supported by a multi-billion dollar investor.

They anticipate 100+ locations by the end of 2025!

Join a dynamic organization in high growth-mode

As a Payroll Analyst, you'll be essential in ensuring accurate and timely payment processing while providing excellent service to internal stakeholders. You'll analyze payroll data, troubleshoot issues, and contribute to process improvements as the organization continues to grow. This position is ideal for a detail-oriented professional who enjoys problem-solving and working with financial systems.WHAT YOU'LL DO

Apply your knowledge of payroll calculations including earnings, FLSA rules, benefit and tax deductions, garnishments, etc. when reviewing payroll data during processing cycles

Analyze employment data (terminations, new hires, job changes, location changes with tax implications, direct deposit changes, etc.) and their impact on compensation to recommend corrections or system improvements

Assist with preparing and executing weekly, bi-weekly and monthly payroll runs through report preparation, reconciliations, schedules, and Excel functions like VLOOKUPs and pivot tables

Escalate significant issues to the Senior Manager of Payroll Operations and participate in resolution processes

Maintain comprehensive understanding of the company's compensation structure to ensure consistent payroll outputs

Identify and recommend efficiency improvements to support the company's ongoing growth

Handle escalated employee inquiries from the Payroll Specialist, ensuring team members receive service aligned with company values

Work collaboratively with other payroll team members

Demonstrate technological proficiency and responsive communication through email and chat platforms WHAT YOU NEED

3-5+ years of payroll experience

Experience with multi-location/multi-state payroll processing and tax regulations

Self-motivated approach with growth mindset and research capabilities

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail with ability to identify data inconsistencies

Capacity to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Workday knowledge preferred but not required (training will be provided)

Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel

Effective communication skills with customer service orientation

High standards of discretion and integrity when handling confidential #INMAY2025