Payroll Analyst

Reporting to the Payroll Manager, the Payroll Analyst will ensure accurate processing and recording of NORAM semi-monthly payrolls, provide timely and accurate financial information, and is able to use payroll software with accuracy and efficiency. The candidate will need to have strong communication skills and can be trusted with sensitive information. 

Responsibilities:

• Manage payroll process that includes importing, proofing, editing, processing and transmitting all payroll wages, deductions, bonuses and commissions
• Perform specific duties related to insurance plans, 401k, and timely vendor payments
• Perform updates to payroll-related information and data and manage overall payroll workflow
• Ensure timely processing of all new hires and terminations
• Prepare journal entries related to payroll and record timely and accurately
• Balance payroll-related account reconciliations to general ledger
• Manage tax set up at company and employee levels
• Work with tax filing service to resolve any outstanding tax filing issues
• Address issues and questions regarding payroll from employees and other departments
• Prepare and distribute reports requested by vendors or other departments within the organization