Payroll Analyst: Precision Pay, Compliance & Insights

The Planet Group; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The Planet Group in Detroit, Michigan, is seeking a Payroll Analyst to ensure accurate and timely biweekly payroll processing for our employees. The role ensures compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations and maintains confidential payroll records.

You will collaborate with Human Resources, Benefits, Finance and third-party vendors to support payroll reporting, tax compliance, reconciliations and continuous process improvements.

Qualifications

• Biweekly payroll processing experience.
• Familiarity with federal, state, local payroll regulations.
• Experience responding to employee payroll inquiries and maintaining confidential records.

Responsibilities

• Process biweekly payroll accurately and timely.
• Review and audit payroll data to identify and resolve discrepancies.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations.
• Maintain accurate and confidential payroll records.
• Research and respond to employee payroll inquiries.
• Coordinate with HR, Benefits, Finance, and third-party vendors on payroll-related matters.
• Support payroll tax filings, reporting, reconciliations, and compliance activities.
• Assist with payroll audits and year-end payroll processes.
• Identify opportunities to improve payroll processes, controls, and efficiency.
• Maintain knowledge of applicable payroll laws, regulations, and company policies.

Job description

The Planet Group in Detroit, Michigan, is seeking a Payroll Analyst to ensure accurate and timely biweekly payroll processing for our employees. The role ensures compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations and maintains confidential payroll records.

You will collaborate with Human Resources, Benefits, Finance and third-party vendors to support payroll reporting, tax compliance, reconciliations and continuous process improvements.