Payroll Analyst
PubWorX ProCirc, a Hearst and Cond Nast partnership committed to offering scale and innovation to the magazine industry. With 200+ experts from across the industry PubWorx offers solutions to satisfy the consumer marketing, circulation management, production and paper procurement needs of any publisher - large or small.
Job Description
Position Summary :
A Payroll Analyst who will be responsible for processing the company's biweekly, multi-state payroll for 1,800+ exempt and non-exempt employees through Workday. A critical thinker who can work independently with a strong focus on accuracy, compliance, and timeliness. Acts as back-up to the Head of US Payroll.
Essential Functions :
- Manage day-to-day payroll processing tasks including, but not limited to, completing retroactive transactions, confirming one-time payments, uploading EIB mass transaction files, payroll on / off-boarding, and entering payroll inputs
- Ensure consistency and integrity in payroll data
- Maintain strict confidentiality of employee and company data
- Complete periodic and ad-hoc reporting
- Follow all Payroll Standard Operating Procedures and contribute to the on-going creation and maintenance of those procedures
- Assist with testing and implementation of new technology and procedures
- Monitor the efficiency and functionality of the Workday Payroll module and make recommendations for improvements as needed
- Answer employee questions promptly with a high level of customer service
- Identify payroll problems or concerns and escalate to the Head of US Payroll
- Act as support and back-up for the Head of US Payroll
Qualifications :
3+ years of experience in US Payroll operations, ideally with multi-state payrollHands-on experience with or documented training in Workday PayrollDedication to maintaining compliance with all applicable laws / regulationsStrong attention to detail, organization, and ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality and discretionExceptional client service and communication skills, with a proactive and employee-focused mindsetWillingness to learnAbility to adapt quickly to new or changing business needsAbility to work efficiently and accurately under pressureOpen and clear communicator with strong written and verbal skillsProficient technical skillsFPC or CPP preferredThe expected base salary range for this position is from $63,000-$80,000. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including but not limited to relevant skills, training, experience, and education.