Payroll Analyst

Prometheus Group; North Carolina; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

HSA plan

Dental coverage

Retirement match

Gym membership

Half-Day Fridays

Paid Time Off

Company outings

Job summary

Prometheus Group is seeking a Payroll Analyst to support accurate, timely payroll processing for our US multi-state and Canadian employee population. This individual contributor role processes payroll, resolves routine discrepancies, and partners with HR and Finance to keep payroll operations accurate and well documented as we grow.

This full-time position is based in our Raleigh, NC office and offers opportunity to contribute to process improvements, ensure compliance with payroll regulations,

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of multi-state US payroll experience; Canada payroll experience a plus.
• Experience processing payroll for an organization with 300+ employees.
• Working knowledge of multi-state payroll tax regulations and compliance.
• Hands-on experience with ADP Workforce Now and Ceridian Dayforce.
• Understanding of payroll accounting principles and GL reconciliation.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in high-volume payroll processing.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel for payroll data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Process bi-monthly payroll for US multi-state employees and Canada, ensuring accuracy and on-time delivery each cycle.
• Review payroll inputs — new hires, terminations, leaves of absence, and compensation changes — for accuracy prior to processing.
• Research and resolve routine payroll discrepancies, escalating complex issues to the Senior Accounting Manager as needed.
• Maintain payroll calendars and cut-off schedules, coordinating with Finance on funding timelines.
• Support payroll compliance with applicable federal, state, and local tax laws, labor regulations, and statutory filings.
• Help monitor regulatory changes and update payroll processes and documentation as directed.
• Assist with internal and external audits by providing requested payroll data and documentation.
• Maintain accurate payroll records and audit trails in line with company data retention requirements.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Excel proficiency

Payroll knowledge

Tools

ADP Workforce Now

Ceridian Dayforce

Job description

We are looking for a Payroll Analyst to support accurate, timely payroll processing for our US multi-state and Canadian employee population. In this individual contributor role, you will process payroll, help resolve routine discrepancies, and partner with HR and Finance to keep payroll operations accurate, compliant, and well documented as we grow. This role is based full-time in our Raleigh office.

Key Responsibilities

Payroll Operations

• Process bi-monthly payroll for US multi-state employees and Canada, ensuring accuracy and on-time delivery each cycle.
• Review payroll inputs — new hires, terminations, leaves of absence, and compensation changes — for accuracy prior to processing.
• Research and resolve routine payroll discrepancies, escalating complex issues to the Senior Accounting Manager as needed.
• Maintain payroll calendars and cut-off schedules, coordinating with Finance on funding timelines.

Compliance & Regulatory Support

• Support payroll compliance with applicable federal, state, and local tax laws, labor regulations, and statutory filings.
• Help monitor regulatory changes and update payroll processes and documentation as directed.
• Assist with internal and external audits by providing requested payroll data and documentation.
• Maintain accurate payroll records and audit trails in line with company data retention requirements.

HR & Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with HR Business Partners and People Operations to ensure accurate, timely payroll data for new hires, terminations, leaves of absence, and compensation changes.
• Support process improvement initiatives between HR and payroll systems.
• Respond to employee payroll inquiries and escalating policy questions as needed.

Systems & Process Support

• Use ADP Workforce Now and/or Ceridian Dayforce to process and reconcile payroll.
• Identify opportunities to reduce manual effort and improve data accuracy.
• Follow and help maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) for payroll processes.
• Prepare payroll reports and metrics as requested.

Required Qualifications

• 2–3 years of multi-state US payroll experience; Canada payroll experience a plus.
• Experience processing payroll for an organization with a minimum of 300 employees.
• Working knowledge of multi-state payroll tax regulations and compliance requirements.
• Hands-on experience with ADP Workforce Now and/or Ceridian Dayforce.
• Understanding of payroll accounting principles and general ledger reconciliation.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in high-volume payroll processing.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel for payroll data analysis and reconciliation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) certification, or actively working toward one.
• Familiarity with HRIS platforms such as Workday, BambooHR, or similar.

Benefits Overview

We offer an attractive benefits program to meet the diverse needs of our teammates:

• Employee base HSA plan, dental, life and short-term disability coverage 100% paid for by Prometheus Group
• HSA & FSA plan options
• Retirement Savings with Generous Company Match & Immediate Vesting
• Gym membership to O2 Fitness
• Casual dress attire
• Half-Day Fridays
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Company Outings, Trips & Activities

Prometheus Group is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affi…

We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.