Global Payroll Analyst

We are actively looking for a Global Payroll Analyst to join our world class Finance and Accounting organization. In this challenging role, you will be responsible for managing day to day and strategic payroll activities for US, Canadian, and international employees utilizing UKG, Papaya Global, & Deel. You will generate monthly/quarterly/yearly reports, in addition to other miscellaneous reports pertaining to stock, payroll, and benefits. This is a key position which reports to the Payroll Supervisor.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain payroll information by collecting, calculating and entering data
• Own the preparation and processing of US and Canadian payroll using UKG, including validation of all inputs, generation of W-2s and T4s, and RL1s.
• Assist with international payroll inputs and auditing utilizing Papaya Global or Deel
• Maintain non-exempt payroll time management system in UKG (UTM)
• Responsible for executing any incoming garnishment activities
• Assist in the reconciliation process of earnings and tax data per pay period for quarter end analysis
• Maintain payroll metrics
• Assist in updating contribution reports for 401k and ESPP for reconciliation
• Prepare reports by compiling summaries of earnings, taxes, deductions, and taxable or non-taxable wages
• Respond to SSA or other federal, state, and local agency inquires
• Generate and balance payroll journal entries and load to GL
• Maintain employee PTO reporting system internationally for salary employees, reconcile and include such data in each payroll
• Maintain compliance with all federal, state and local payroll tax laws
• Maintain compliance with accounting policies, procedures and SOX controls for payroll
• Respond to employee inquiries and requests regarding payroll matters
• Other accounting/finance responsibilities as needed

Key Requirements:

• UKG Pro (Ultimate Software) experience is required
• Deel global payroll experience is preferred
• Experience with processing all types of stock transactions, and an understanding of the tax implications of each type (i.e. NQSO, ISO, RSU, ESPP)
• Associate or Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field preferred; CPP designation a plus
• 3+ years’ payroll administration experience in a public company is preferred but not mandatory
• Deep understanding of applicable Federal, State, and local payroll and related tax laws, regulations, and statutes
• Strong knowledge of internal controls, SOX documentation and control testing experience a plus
• Intermediate Microsoft Office skills required in Excel, Word and Outlook
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced dynamic environment
• Excellent organization skills; ability to handle multiple priorities within deadlines
• Excellent verbal & written communication and listening skills
• Exceptional attention to detail