Senior Payroll Analyst

at Cornerstone onDemand in Boise, Idaho, United States

The Senior Payroll Analyst ensures accurate processing and recording of the US payroll. Working closely with the People (HR) team and US Finance team, provide timely and accurate payrolls. Participate in daily data entry payroll processing and related tax duties. Serve as supervisor, mentor and ongoing resource to payroll staff. Assists Payroll Director in day to day and serves as the backup in Payroll Director absence.

In this role you will:

+ Maintain payroll information by designing systems; directing the collection, calculation, and entering of data (support provided via Talent)

+ Update payroll records, benefit coverage, savings deductions, job titles, and department/ division transfers.

+ Perform daily payroll department operations; responding to inquiries and updating and validating information in the ADP payroll system.

+ Manage workflow to ensure all payroll transactions are processed accurately and timely

+ Reconcile payroll prior to transmission and validate confirmed reports

+ Understanding the proper taxation of employer paid benefits

+ Process correct garnishment calculations and compliance

+ Execute time and attendance / holiday processing and interface with payroll US

+ Process off-cycle and relocation metrics

+ Pay employees by directing the production and issuance of paychecks or electronic transfers to bank accounts.

+ Prepares reports by compiling summaries of earnings, taxes, deductions, leave, disability, and nontaxable wages.

+ Balances the payroll accounts by resolving payroll discrepancies.

+ Provides payroll information by answering questions and requests.

+ Maintains payroll guidelines by writing and updating policies and procedures.

+ Complies with local legal requirements by studying existing and new legislation; enforcing adherence to requirements; advising management on needed actions.

+ Maintains employee confidence and protects payroll operations by keeping information confidential.

+ Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies.

+ Completes operational requirements by scheduling and assigning employees; following up on work results.

+ Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.

+ Project management of continued enhancement and management of payroll processing across specific regions

+ Ability to review peer work for accuracy and mentor as needed.

+ Ability to accept new assignments quickly and easily and juggle competing needs

+ Know when to ask for assistance

You've got what it takes if you have:

+ International payroll experience (required)

+ Processed payroll in multiple countries and time zones

+ Worked on ADP WFN in the US

+ Navigated payroll providers in multiple languages (not necessarily spoken)

+ Working knowledge of payroll best practices

+ Experienced with 401(k) benefits plans and audits

+ Strong computer skills including proficiency in Excel

+ Strong working knowledge of various payroll systems (particularly ADP)

+ Strong work ethic and collaborative team player

+ High degree of professionalism

+ Ability to deal sensitively with confidential material

+ Strong interpersonal (verbal and written) communication skills

+ Ability to communicate with various levels of management

+ Decision-making, problem-solving, and analytical skills

+ Organizational, multi-tasking, and prioritization skills

+ Demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment

+ Consideration for privacy and security obligations

Extra dose of awesome if you have...

+ Payroll Certification

+ Audit experience both with government and non- governmental agencies

+ GAAP knowledge and education

+ Payroll accounting experience

Equal Employment Opportunity has been, and will continue to be, a fundamental commitment at Cornerstone OnDemand. All qualified applicants are given consideration regardless of race, color, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class as provided in applicable Federal, State, or Local fair employment laws. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please contact us at careers@csod.com