Payroll Analyst

Kforce Inc; Glen Burnie (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

HSA

FSA

401(k)

Life insurance

Disability insurance

ADD insurance

Job summary

Kforce is seeking a Payroll Analyst in Glen Burnie, MD to support payroll processing, auditing, reporting, and compliance activities. You will analyze payroll data to ensure accurate and timely processing and assist with reconciliations and month-end close.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of payroll experience, strong Excel skills, and the ability to collaborate across HR, Finance, and Payroll teams. This role offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities for process improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, HR, or related field preferred.
• 3+ years of payroll, payroll accounting, or related experience.
• Experience with payroll reconciliations, reporting, and data analysis.
• Strong understanding of payroll processes, regulations, and compliance.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills including Pivot Tables and lookups.

Responsibilities

• Review, analyze, and validate payroll data for accuracy and compliance.
• Support payroll processing activities including earnings, deductions, taxes, garnishments, and adjustments.
• Audit payroll transactions and investigate discrepancies.
• Prepare payroll reconciliations, journal entries, and schedules.
• Reconcile payroll-related general ledger accounts and resolve variances.
• Generate payroll reports, analytics, and workforce metrics.
• Assist with payroll tax reporting, compliance, and audits.
• Research and resolve employee payroll inquiries.
• Support month-, quarter-, and year-end payroll activities.
• Collaborate with HR, Benefits, Finance, and Accounting to ensure data accuracy.
• Maintain payroll documentation and internal controls.
• Identify opportunities to automate payroll reporting and processes.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, HR, or related field

Tools

Excel

Workday

ADP

UKG

SAP

Oracle

Job description

Kforce has a client that is seeking a Payroll Analyst in Glen Burnie, MD. Summary: We are seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Analyst to support payroll processing, auditing, reporting, and compliance activities. This role is responsible for analyzing payroll data, ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing, reconciling payroll accounts, and supporting payroll-related reporting and compliance requirements. The ideal candidate has strong analytical skills, payroll experience, and the ability to work collaboratively across HR, Finance, and Payroll teams. Key Responsibilities:

• Review, analyze, and validate payroll data to ensure accuracy and compliance
• Support payroll processing activities, including earnings, deductions, taxes, garnishments, and adjustments
• Audit payroll transactions and investigate discrepancies or processing errors
• Prepare payroll reconciliations, journal entries, and supporting schedules
• Reconcile payroll-related general ledger accounts and resolve variances
• Generate payroll reports, analytics, and workforce-related metrics
• Assist with payroll tax reporting, compliance activities, and audits
• Research and resolve employee payroll inquiries and issues
• Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end payroll activities
• Partner with HR, Benefits, Finance, and Accounting teams to ensure data accuracy and process efficiency
• Maintain payroll documentation, procedures, and internal controls
• Identify opportunities to automate payroll reporting and improve payroll processes

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Human Resources, or related field preferred
• 3+ years of payroll, payroll accounting, payroll analysis, or related experience
• Experience with payroll reconciliations, reporting, and data analysis
• Strong understanding of payroll processes, payroll regulations, and payroll compliance requirements
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, lookups, and data analysis
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) certification
• Experience with payroll systems such as Workday, ADP, UKG, SAP, Oracle, or similar platforms
• Payroll accounting and journal entry experience
• Experience supporting payroll tax compliance and audits
• Experience working in large or multi-state payroll environments

Key Competencies

• Payroll Processing
• Payroll Analysis
• Payroll Reconciliations
• Payroll Compliance
• Payroll Reporting
• General Ledger Reconciliations
• Data Analysis
• Microsoft Excel
• Audit Support
• Problem Solving
• Attention to Detail
• Cross-Functional Collaboration

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.