Payroll Operational Support Anayst - Global Industrial

Motion Industries (MOT); Alabama; On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

401(k)

Tuition reimbursement

Vacation and holiday pay

Job summary

Motion Industries is seeking an Operational Support Analyst to process payroll through Workday, audit payroll runs, and support the Payroll Manager. The role requires handling retroactive payments, balance-timekeeping files, and preparing for internal/external audits while maintaining confidentiality and high service levels.

You will contribute to SOPs, support off-cycle payments, and assist with training of payroll staff, partnering across finance and operations to ensure accurate and timely

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of payroll processing experience required.
• Experience with Workday or comparable payroll system preferred.
• FPC/CPP designation preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, process, and generate payroll through Workday.
• Audit, review, and reconcile weekly, biweekly, semimonthly, and monthly payrolls.
• Import and balance timekeeping and bonus files.
• Complete retroactive payments and audit resulting variances.
• Review supporting documentation and backup for weekly audit reports.
• Assist with training and development of payroll team members and new hires.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Verbal communication

Written communication

Attention to detail

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or Accounting

High school diploma

Tools

Workday

ServiceNow Case Management

Microsoft Excel

Job description

SUMMARY:As an Operational Support Analyst, you will be responsible for the timely and accurate processing of payroll and the resolution of complex payroll issues impacting Industrial Parts team members. This position is responsible for running payroll calculations, completing retroactive pay calculations, and reviewing and approving documentation required for internal and external audits. This role will also coordinate team training and provide support to the Payroll Manager.Responsibilities• Prepare, process, and generate payroll through Workday.• Audit, review, and reconcile weekly, biweekly, semimonthly, and monthly payrolls.• Import and balance timekeeping and bonus files.• Complete retroactive payments and audit resulting variances.• Review supporting documentation and backup for weekly audit reports distributed to Payroll Specialists.• Assist with the training and development of payroll team members and new hires, both virtually and in person.• Document and maintain best practices, including standard operating procedures (SOPs), and implement new payroll procedures as needed.• Maintain a high level of customer service through the timely resolution of escalated payroll issues.• Research and resolve complex payroll-related matters.• Maintain strict confidentiality of all payroll-related information.• Support the Payroll Manager with off-cycle payments, escalations, and internal and external audits.• Prepare manual checks as required, balance bank deposits, and reconcile ACH debits and credits.• Respond promptly and effectively to inquiries from employees, field customers, business partners, and third-party vendors through phone, email, and the ServiceNow Case Management System.• Research and reconcile third-party benefit provider activity with payroll withholdings, including Wellbeing benefits, Newport deferrals, Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), 401(k) plans, and payroll tax-related transactions.• Manage expatriate payroll setup, wire transfers, and related payroll inquiries.• Record and report ACH payments, manual checks, and pay card transactions.• Perform system testing and provide sign-off on all configuration and integration updates that impact payroll• Complete ad hoc projects and perform other duties as assigned by payroll leadership.Qualifications• High school diploma required.• Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting, or a related field preferred.• Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) or Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) designation preferred but not required.• 3 to 5 years of payroll processing experience required.• Experience with Workday or a comparable payroll system preferred.• Well-organized, self-directed, and able to work with minimal supervision.• Proven ability to manage multiple competing priorities effectively.• Ability to thrive in a collaborative team environment.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities• Strong computer proficiency.• Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills, including VLOOKUPs and Pivot Tables.• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.• Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail.• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, manage pressure, and meet critical deadlines.• Ability to work effectively in a structured team environment.• Ability to follow established procedures and maintain compliance standards.• Flexibility to adjust work schedules based on business and payroll processing demands.COMPANY INFORMATION:Motion offers an excellent benefits package which includes options for healthcare coverage, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, vacation, sick, and holiday pay.Not the right fit? Let us know you're interested in a future opportunity by joining our Talent Community on jobs.genpt.com or create an account to set up email alerts as new job postings become available that meet your interest!GPC conducts its business without regard to sex, race, creed, color, religion, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, age, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, military status, status as a veteran, or any other protected characteristic. GPC's policy is to recruit, hire, train, promote, assign, transfer and terminate employees based on their own ability, achievement, experience and conduct and other legitimate business reasons.