Payroll Operations Analyst – US & Canada

Edward Jones; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and prescription drug

Dental

Vision

401k retirement plan

Paid holidays

Vacation + sick time

Job summary

Edward Jones is seeking a Payroll Analyst to join the Payroll team in the Compensation Operations Department in Tempe, AZ. You will manage US multi-state payroll processing, ensure tax compliance, and partner with HR, Legal, Finance and Product teams to deliver accurate net pay and timely reports.

The role requires 3–5+ years in accounting/finance, strong Excel, and payroll systems experience (PeopleSoft, ADP). A bachelor's degree is required; CPP/FPC/CPA are a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field is required.
• Certifications such as CPP, FPC, PCP, or CPA are a plus.
• 3–5+ years of relevant experience in accounting/finance, publicly‑accounting experience encouraged.
• Strong Excel skills and experience navigating large datasets.

Responsibilities

• Payroll Calculations & Reporting – manage US multi-state payrolls, ensure timely reporting.
• Develop and execute internal controls for accurate payroll reporting.
• Support process improvements and complex payroll projects with deadlines.
• Collaborate with HR, Legal, Finance and Product teams on payroll initiatives.

Skills

Payroll calculations

Internal controls

Process improvement

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

PeopleSoft

ADP

Time & Labor systems

Job description

Edward Jones is seeking a Payroll Analyst to join the Payroll team in the Compensation Operations Department in Tempe, AZ. You will manage US multi-state payroll processing, ensure tax compliance, and partner with HR, Legal, Finance and Product teams to deliver accurate net pay and timely reports.

The role requires 3–5+ years in accounting/finance, strong Excel, and payroll systems experience (PeopleSoft, ADP). A bachelor's degree is required; CPP/FPC/CPA are a plus.