Payroll Analyst

The Payroll Analyst is responsible for ensuring accurate and timely processing of payroll, maintaining compliance with applicable laws and regulations, and supporting payroll-related reporting and analysis. This role partners closely with HR, Finance, and external vendors to resolve payroll issues and improve processes.

• Process and review multi-state payrolls on a regular cycle (weekly, bi-weekly, for US and weekly and semi-monthly for Canada).

• Audit payroll data for accuracy, including earnings, deductions, taxes, and timekeeping inputs.

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll tax regulations.

• Reconcile payroll reports, general ledger accounts, and benefit deductions.

• Investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies, employee inquiries, and system issues.

• Maintain and update employee payroll records in the HRIS/payroll system (e.g., UKG, Oracle, ADP).

• Prepare and analyze payroll reports for internal stakeholders, Finance, and auditors.

• Support year-end activities, including W-2 processing and audits.

• Assist with payroll system implementations, upgrades, and process improvements.

• Collaborate with HR on changes related to compensation, benefits, and employee status.

• Ensure proper documentation and adherence to internal controls and audit requirements.

• Processes payroll distribution, direct deposits, retroactive payments, voluntary payroll deductions, and identifies and researches exceptions

• Researches, analyzes, and resolves payroll related issues or questions from employees and other internal staff

• Receives and responds to pay related inquiries and collects emails from multiple locations that time sheets are ready to pull from time management system for processing

• Makes adjustments to amounts paid including overtime, vacation, sick, bonuses, garnishments, short-term disability; and maintains garnishments in payroll database

• Responds to queries from garnishment agencies and issues and records adjustments to pay related to previous errors or retroactive increases

• Compiles statistical reports, statements, and summaries related to pay and submits them to appropriate departments

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Minimum of three to five (3-5) years of payroll processing experience. Experience with HR Information Management systems required: HR Cloud systems such as UKG (Pro & WFM), Oracle Fusion, Workday, or PeopleSoft preferred. 

• Experience in processing multi-state payrolls. Knowledge in payroll laws and understanding of federal, state, and local taxes.

  
  

With more than 225 locations worldwide, Signature Aviation is the largest global network of private aviation terminals, delivering safe, convenient, and elevated experiences to those we serve. As a premier hospitality organization and a certified Great Place to Work™, we are committed to redefining private air travel. Our nearly 6,000-strong team of aviation experts and enthusiasts is dedicated to delivering excellence to our guests and communities, and it starts with taking care of our team. Signature provides a variety of benefits, programs, and resources to support our team members’ overall well-being and professional development. We proudly volunteer and give back, focusing on elevating the neighborhoods where we operate, empowering the next generation of aviation professionals, and supporting our veterans. 

From your health to your financial wellness, there are several benefits for you and your family when joining Signature Aviation.

     Our Benefits:

• Medical/prescription drug, dental, and vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• 401(k)
• Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity and Accident Insurance
• Identity Theft and Legal Services
• Paid time off
• Paid Maternity Leave
• Tuition reimbursement 
• Training and Development
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) & Perks