Senior Payroll Analyst

2 weeks, 1 day ago
Full-time
Senior
HR and Recruiting
Morgan & Morgan

Morgan & Morgan

Morgan & Morgan is America's largest personal injury law firm, providing legal representation for individuals and families injured by negligence. With over $15 billion recovered for clients, they are dedicated to fighting for the people.

Specialized Consumer Services
1K-5K
Founded 1988

Description

  • Act as the escalation point and subject matter expert for payroll processors on complex payroll and tax issues.
  • Provide guidance on federal, state, and local payroll tax compliance, including multi-state taxation.
  • Partner with Finance and HRIS to research and resolve payroll tax discrepancies.
  • Ensure accurate tax setup and compliance for new hires, relocations, remote employees, and compensation changes.
  • Support compensation leveling reviews by validating pay data and analyzing alignment with payroll structures and compliance requirements.
  • Oversee wage garnishments, levies, and court-ordered deductions to ensure regulatory compliance.
  • Support year-end payroll activities, including data validation and employee tax form inquiries.
  • Assist with payroll system enhancements, testing, and compliance updates.
  • Identify and implement process improvements to improve payroll accuracy and efficiency.
  • Serve as a trusted partner to HR and Finance on payroll-related and compensation initiatives.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
  • 5+ years of payroll experience in a multi-state environment.
  • Strong knowledge of employee and employer payroll tax regulations.
  • Experience managing wage garnishments, tax-related escalations, and compensation-related payroll analysis.
  • Hands-on experience with UKG and Workday payroll systems.
  • Advanced Excel skills and strong analytical capabilities.
  • Payroll subject matter expertise.
  • Strong analytical and data interpretation skills.
  • Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy.
  • Excellent cross-functional collaboration and communication skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

  • Medical and dental insurance for full-time employees.
  • 401(k) plan for full-time employees.
  • Paid time off.
  • Paid holidays.

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