Payroll Analyst

Remote Jobs; Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 34,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Noridian is seeking a Payroll Analyst to manage accurate, timely payroll processing for Noridian and affiliates, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local laws. You will handle data across the employee lifecycle, including new hires, changes, and terminations, while coordinating with HR and Finance for proper payroll operations.

The role requires handling garnishments, retirement payroll, audits, and confidential data with professionalism.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field, or equivalent education/experience.
• Payroll or related experience.
• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Processes and reconciles employee payroll accurately and timely in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Collects, reviews, and maintains payroll data throughout the employee lifecycle, including new hires, employee changes, and terminations.
• Performs payroll adjustments for deductions, benefits, garnishments, retroactive pay, and status changes.
• Balances payroll data prior to finalization, validates payroll reports, disburses employee payments, and prepares check or electronic payment requests.
• Prepares payroll-related journal entries, reconciles payroll and related accounts, and supports third-party billings and vendor payments.
• Administers wage garnishments in accordance with applicable regulations and coordinates with internal and external partners to ensure proper calculation, withholding, and remittance.
• Supports retirement and benefit payroll processes, including setup, payroll file transmission, compliance support, and related reconciliations.
• Responds to employee payroll inquiries in a timely and professional manner, resolving issues within scope and escalating complex matters as appropriate.
• Assists with internal and external payroll-related audits and provide required documentation and support.
• Maintains confidentiality of payroll and employee data and collaborates with HR, Finance, Legal, and external vendors to support payroll operations.

Skills

Payroll processing

Regulatory compliance

Data accuracy

Payroll inquiries

Education

Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Job description

* Position is Eligible for Remote / Work from Home Opportunity*

Department: Finance

Telecommuting Eligible: Yes

Job Grade: N16

As a condition of employment, physical work location must be in one of the 50 states or the District of Columbia.

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Payroll Analyst

Job Summary

The Payroll Analyst is responsible for the accurate, timely processing and reconciliation of payroll and payroll-related transactions for Noridian and affiliated entities. This role ensures compliance with federal, state, and local regulations; supports employee payroll inquiries; and collaborates with internal partners to maintain effective payroll operations and controls.

Essential Functions / Key Duties/Responsibilities/Accountabilities

• Processes and reconciles employee payroll accurately and timely in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Collects, reviews, and maintains payroll data throughout the employee lifecycle, including new hires, employee changes, and terminations.
• Performs payroll adjustments for deductions, benefits, garnishments, retroactive pay, and status changes.
• Balances payroll data prior to finalization, validates payroll reports, disburses employee payments, and prepares check or electronic payment requests.
• Prepares payroll-related journal entries, reconciles payroll and related accounts, and supports third-party billings and vendor payments.
• Administers wage garnishments in accordance with applicable regulations and coordinates with internal and external partners to ensure proper calculation, withholding, and remittance.
• Supports retirement and benefit payroll processes, including setup, payroll file transmission, compliance support, and related reconciliations.
• Responds to employee payroll inquiries in a timely and professional manner, resolving issues within scope and escalating complex matters as appropriate.
• Assists with internal and external payroll-related audits and provide required documentation and support.
• Maintains confidentiality of payroll and employee data and collaborates with HR, Finance, Legal, and external vendors to support payroll operations.

Non-Essential Duties and Functions

• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and payroll experience, as determined by Human Resources.
• Payroll or related experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Above requirements and the following:

• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP)

Environment and Cognitive/Physical Demands

• Office Environment
• Ability to read, hear, speak, keyboard, reason, communicate effectively and problem solve
• Requires prolonged sitting and telephone usage
• Requires the use of office equipment such as computers, telephones, copiers and printers
• Infrequent stooping
• Infrequent lifting up to 15 pounds

Segregation of Duties

Every employee is responsible to perform their duties and responsibilities in accordance with Noridian values, policies and procedures, including but not limited to: Segregation of Duties Principles, HIPAA, Security and Privacy, CMS requirements, the Noridian Compliance Program and any other applicable laws, rules and regulations.

Statement of Other Duties

This document describes the essential functions, requirements, and responsibilities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. Employees may be requested to perform job related tasks other than those specifically listed in this description and may be required to perform any task requested by the supervisor or management.

CMS Access Compliance and Regulation Contingency Statement

Some positions require compliance with (i) federal and agency specific regulations and related clauses included in Noridian's prime contracts with the Government, (ii) background checks, and (iii) eligibility for a government-issued identification card.

An employee in this position may be required to possess a \"Federal Identification Card\" (Federal ID) as a condition of employment. Federal ID's may include one of the following: Personal Identity Verification (PIV) card, Personal Identity Verification-Interoperable (PIV-I) card, a Local-Based Physical Access Card issued by CMS, or a Local-Based Physical Access Card issued by another Federal agency and approved by CMS. Obtaining a Federal ID and continued eligibility for this position may require the successful completion of a Federal Background Investigation performed by the Federal Government and a residency requirement that you have lived in the United States at least three out of the last five years. Failure to obtain a Federal ID may result in the removal from the position or termination of employment.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Salary Range

Below is the salary range for potential new hires.

Salary Range: The pay range for this position is $25.20 - $41.45 per hour. The base pay offered may vary depending on geographic region, internal equity, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, among other factors.

Other Compensation: Incentive Plan & Lifestyle Benefit

This job will be closed 08/31/2026 at 8:00AM CST. No further applications will be considered.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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