Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field, or equivalent experience.
5+ years of payroll and payroll tax experience, with multi-jurisdictional processing preferred.
Strong understanding of payroll regulations, compliance, and tax laws.
Experience with ADP Tax Services and SmartCompliance Ecosystems.
Proven track record in process improvement and automation initiatives.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
Proficiency in Excel, including Lookups and Pivot Tables.
Exceptional acumen with payroll technology and business systems, specifically Workday.
Responsibilities
Utilize the payroll system (Workday) for research, reporting, analysis, and processing.
Gather and upload payroll data into HCM (EIBs into Workday).
Analyze payroll data for accuracy during validation for hourly and salaried employees.
Identify, clean, and present payroll data to stakeholders.
Prepare settlement and funding documentation.
Conduct audits to resolve discrepancies promptly.
Run off-cycle payrolls, including equity compensation and year-end reporting.
Perform quarterly and annual tax reconciliation with external tax filing systems.
Monitor and update SUI tax rates and register with new tax jurisdictions.
Adhere to SOX controls and provide documentation for audits.
Test software updates and changes in a sandbox environment.
Prioritize a customer-focused approach to payroll services.
Collaborate with HR, Finance, IT, and other teams on payroll challenges.
Provide guidance on payroll matters to team members and stakeholders.
Lead initiatives to improve payroll processes and systems.
Support ad hoc requests and special projects as needed.
Participate in team coverage of payroll inbox and phone line.
Benefits
Remote work flexibility with alignment to eastern time zone hours.
Opportunity to work with a large, diverse employee base across multiple states.
Engagement in process improvement initiatives that enhance operational efficiency.
Collaboration with cross-functional teams, fostering a dynamic work environment.
Support for professional development and continuous learning opportunities.
Full Job Description
Job Description:
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Payroll Analyst to join our talented team. The ideal candidate will bring extensive payroll and tax expertise, a keen eye for process improvement and efficiency, and a customer-centric approach to delivering payroll services. The Senior Payroll Analyst will play a pivotal role in ensuring accurate and timely end-to-end payroll processing for 10,000+ employees across 40 states and 6 FEINs, supporting weekly and bi-weekly payroll cycles. The candidate should be enthusiastic about leveraging technology to streamline operations and collaborate seamlessly with cross-functional teams.
This role is remote; however, candidates should be available to work a schedule that closely aligns with eastern time zone hours to ensure effective communication and partnership across the organization.
Responsibilities:
Independently navigate and fully utilize the payroll system (Workday) for research, reporting, analysis, and payroll processing.
Create, gather, and upload payroll data into HCM (i.e., EIBs into Workday).
Analyze payroll data to ensure accuracy as part of the validation process of payroll, for hourly and salaried employees.
Identify, clean, analyze, interpret data, and effectively present to interested parties.
Prepare settlement and funding documentation.
Conduct thorough audits to identify and resolve discrepancies promptly.
Run off-cycle payrolls as needed, including equity related compensation and year-end reporting.
Perform quarterly and annual tax reconciliation between payroll system and external tax filing cloud instance (ADP Smart Compliance), including W-2 production.
Understand federal requirements for tax liability analysis and meet semi-weekly depositing deadlines.
Monitor and update SUI tax rates in payroll system, and external tax filing system; as well as registering with new tax jurisdictions for withholding and reporting.
Adhere to established SOX controls and provide documentation for internal and external auditors.
Test software update releases, configuration changes, business processes, and other changes in sandbox environment as needed.
Prioritize a customer-focused approach to payroll services, ensuring a positive experience for employees.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including HR, Finance, IT, and others, to address payroll-related challenges and initiatives.
Provide guidance and support to team members and stakeholders regarding payroll matters.
Identify areas for improvement in payroll processes and systems, and lead initiatives to streamline and automate processes to enhance efficiency.
Support ad hoc request and special projects as needed.
Participate in rotating team coverage of centralized payroll inbox and phone line.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and payroll experience.
5+ years of payroll and payroll tax experience, including multi-jurisdictional payroll processing (Mexico and Canada experience is a plus).
Strong understanding of payroll regulations, compliance, and tax laws.
Skilled in navigating ADP Tax Services and SmartCompliance Ecosystems
Proven experience in process improvement and automation initiatives.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
Proficiency in Excel, including Lookups and Pivot Tables.
Ability to perform duties with timely and accurate delivery under rigid weekly deadlines.
Exceptional acumen with payroll technology and business systems, Workday experience required.
Occasional travel, and ability to work late on Mondays and Tuesdays as needed.
Behavioral Characteristics:
Inspire Change: Ability to challenge status quo with laser focus on continuous improvement related to efficiency, waste reduction, frictionless processes, and customer experience.
Vigilant and Discrete: Ability and commitment to keep confidential information and systems secure.
Detail-Oriented: Meticulous attention to detail to ensure accuracy.
Analytical Thinker: Ability to analyze complex data and make informed decisions.
Proactive and Self-Motivated: Takes initiative to identify and address potential issues before they arise.
Adaptable: Comfortable in a dynamic environment, agile, and open to change.
Collaborative: Works well in a team, values diverse perspectives, and promotes a positive team culture. Ability to professionally communicate with stakeholders at every level across the organization.
Customer-Focused: Prioritizes the needs of internal and external customers, striving to enhance their experience.
About MasterBrand Cabinets, Inc
MasterBrand Cabinets, Inc. is a cabinet manufacturer headquartered in Jasper, Indiana. It is a subsidiary of Fortune Brands Home & Security, which is based in Deerfield, Illinois. MasterBrand Cabinets, Inc. was founded in 1926 and has grown to become one of the largest cabinet manufacturers in North America. The company offers a wide range of cabinet products for the kitchen, bath, and other areas of the home, and sells its products through a network of dealers and home centers.
