The Payroll Analyst I performs North American payroll-related functions, including payroll processing, payroll tax compliance, automated timekeeping systems, and payroll reporting in a multi-site, multi-state, high-volume environment for UKG Inc.s customers who utilize our Managed Services product offering. The payroll analyst provides excellent customer service to managers and associates and is well-versed in payroll compliance, taxes, and reporting.
Primary/Essential Duties And Key Responsibilities
- Performs payroll-related functions including but not limited to payroll processing, audits, and maintenance.
- Ability to perform all duties of Payroll Analyst I include but not limited to:
- Management and Support of employee data file imports (GOAT Files)
- Management and Support of Time File Imports
- Perform audits of import data.
- Additional Integration/Interface Support as needed.
- Reporting Support
- Processes payroll(s) for multi-frequency Managed Services clients as scheduled
- Performs file imports into the payroll system from various sources and reviews and verifies payroll data on time.
- Prepares off-cycle payrolls and manual checks as necessary.
- Escalates non-routine inquiries and issues to the Payroll Specialist, Team Lead or Manager
- Develops and maintains awareness of SSAE16 requirements and is accountable for compliance with each task performed.
- Maintain discretion and professionalism with team members.
- Quarter End, Year End, and Open Enrollment assistance and task execution
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent (preferably B.com).
- 6 months to 1 year of related experience is preferred.
- Good understanding of US payroll basic concepts
- Working knowledge of payroll concepts and application of payroll concepts, procedures, and practices.
- General knowledge of industry practices, techniques, standards, and business unit/group functions Quickly and easily adapts to change and shifting priorities with enthusiasm.
- Actions and words consistently provide positive motivation and influence on their team and other teams within UMS.
- Eagerly meets business opportunities and challenges head-on.
- Proficient report writing capabilities.
- Detail-oriented, exhibiting strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
- Proficient in using the Microsoft Office Suite of software including Outlook, Word, and Excel
- Ability to analyze and resolve problems through effective communication.
- Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions.
- Ability to deal effectively with diverse individuals at all organizational levels.
