sr payroll analyst.

As a leading provider of intelligent systems for wealth management and financial wellness, our mission is to empower advisors and financial service providers with innovative technology, solutions, and intelligence to make financial wellness a reality for everyone. With over $6.5 trillion in platform assets and serving more than 100,000 advisors, we sit at the intersection of high-growth Fintech and mission-driven financial services. Hybrid to Chicago, IL and Raleigh, NC. Possible fully remote  for other locations. Job Tasks & Duties Payroll Execution & Audit

• Review and validate complex payroll data sets prior to final submission.
  
  
• Perform detailed audits of earnings, deductions, and tax withholdings to ensure 100% accuracy.
  
  
• Support complex pay calculations, including retro-pay, bonuses, and commission structures.
  
  
• Assist with multi-state and multi-country payroll requirements and localized compliance.
  
  

Compliance & Audit Management

• Advise on payroll compliance regarding federal, state, and local wage and hour laws.
  
  
• Conduct pre- and post-payroll audits; analyze discrepancies to identify root causes and implement long-term solutions.
  
  
• Support internal, external, and SOX audits with meticulous documentation and reconciliations.
  
  
• Assist in year-end processing, including W-2/W-2C balancing and error resolution. System & Process Optimization
  
  
• Maintain and configure payroll system settings, including the setup of earnings/deduction codes and automated workflows.
  
  
• Test payroll system updates, patches, and new features to ensure zero-disruption to live environments.
  
  
• Cross-Functional Support
  
  
• Handle escalated or complex "Level 2" payroll inquiries from employees and stakeholders.
  
  
• Prepare reconciliations between payroll reports and the general ledger (GL).
  
  
• Collaborate with HR, Benefits, and Finance teams to ensure data integrity and manage vendor interfaces (401k, garnishments, benefits).
  
  
• Develop and maintain automated payroll reports, dashboards, and key performance indicators (KPIs).
  
  
• Troubleshoot system-related issues and partner with HR Tech on process improvements.
  
  

Experience: Minimum of 5+ years of payroll experience in a high-volume, multi-state, and multi-national environment. Workday (HCM and Payroll) experience is highly preferred. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, V-lookups, and complex data analysis). Multi-State and Multi-National Payroll Experience  

salary: $42 - $48 per hour
shift: First
work hours: 8 AM - 5 PM
education: Bachelors

Responsibilities

The Sr. Payroll Analyst will be a key contributor to our Finance and HR operations, ensuring the seamless execution of multi-state and multi-national payroll. You will act as a subject matter expert for payroll taxability, system optimization, and compliance. This role requires a blend of technical system configuration (Workday), analytical auditing, and collaborative problem-solving to support our global workforce.




Skills

Payroll Processing

Payroll Tax

Payroll Tax-Multistate (5 years of experience is required)

Payroll Accounting & Benefits

Certified Payroll Professional

Payroll

Unemployment

Payroll Calendars

SOPs

Troubleshooting

SOX

Audit - Internal

level 2 analysis

Benefits Administration

Payroll Supv/Mgmt Responsibility (1 year of experience is preferred)

Retro Pay

Multi-State Tax (2 years of experience is preferred)

Workday

Qualifications

Years of experience: 5 years

Experience level: Experienced

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Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.