Payroll Analyst

Summary

Join OpenX's dynamic People team as a Payroll Analyst! This role requires at least 5 years of payroll processing experience and advanced Excel skills. You will be responsible for accurate and timely payroll processing, ensuring compliance, managing global payrolls, and generating reports. Data analysis, system maintenance, and addressing employee inquiries are also key responsibilities. A Bachelor's degree in a related field and CPP certification are preferred but not required. OpenX offers a remote work environment with occasional in-office meetings and potential for overtime.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in payroll processing, with a strong understanding of payroll systems and regulations
• Proficiency with ADP Workforce Now and ADP SmartCompliance
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including the use of formulas, pivot tables, VLOOKUP, and macros
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot payroll-related issues effectively
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate with employees at all levels

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with our payroll vendor partners to process semi-monthly, and monthly payroll, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies and government regulations
• Ensure tax rates are up to date as communicated by US tax authorities
• Respond to state notices and/or work with our payroll partners to secure a timely resolution
• Provide timely response and resolution to inquiries from our global payroll partners
• Generate and analyze reports from payroll systems, ensuring timely submission to management and accounting
• Utilize advanced Excel functions (e.g., VLOOKUP, pivot tables, macros) to streamline payroll data analysis, reconcile payroll discrepancies, and assist in month-end close processes
• Ensure compliance with all applicable payroll-related laws, tax regulations, and company policies
• Assist with internal and external audits
• Troubleshoot payroll-related issues, assist with system upgrades, and work closely with the People team to ensure payroll systems are functioning correctly
• Address and resolve employee payroll questions related to paychecks, deductions, benefits, and tax filings
• Suggest and implement improvements to payroll processes and procedures for greater efficiency and accuracy
• Review and approve vendor invoices
• Coordinate with the benefits manager and accounting department to reconcile monthly billing discrepancies
• Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field
• CPP (Certified Payroll Professional) certification

Benefits

• Remote work environment, with occasional in office meetings and domestic travel
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401k
• Equity
• Bonus