Senior Payroll Analyst

Job Description We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Payroll Specialist to join our team. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing for a large, multi-state workforce. Responsibilities About the Role: Responsibilities As a Payroll Specialist, you will be responsible for managing and executing payroll operations for 1,000+ employees across multiple states. Your key responsibilities will include: - Processing weekly, biweekly, or semimonthly payrolls in compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements. - Importing hours from time and production records to administer paychecks. - Calculating gross pay, deductions, withholdings, and net pay using established procedures. - Distributing payroll reports and checks to field offices. - Auditing data exchanged between HRIS and payroll systems. - Supporting periodic and annual payroll audits (e.g., BLS, MWR, Workers Compensation). - Ensuring timely processing of new hire and termination paperwork. - Validating direct deposit setups, withholdings, and deductions. - Coordinating with HR to resolve complex payroll issues. - Assisting with special payrolls and reporting needs. - Preparing general ledger entries and communicating payroll data to relevant units. - Supporting payroll tax audits and managing areas such as unions, garnishments, taxes, and banking relationships. Sift Timings: 6:00 PM - 3:00 AM OR 7:00 PM - 4:00 AM Work Mode: Hybrid (Thrice a Week) About You - A high school diploma (bachelor’s degree preferred). - 4–7 years of professional payroll experience, including extensive W2 reconciliation. - Proven experience handling payroll for 1,000+ employees. - Strong knowledge of multi-state payroll and union payroll processing. - Proficiency in payroll systems; experience with cloud-based platforms like Oracle or Workday is a plus. - Advanced Microsoft Excel skills. - Strong verbal and written communication abilities. - A solid understanding of payroll regulations and audit processes. - Attention to detail, integrity, and the ability to work independently under supervision.