Remote Payroll Analyst — Precision, Compliance & Impact

Talentify; Hopkins (MN); Remote; USD 48,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Wellbeing programs

Job summary

Schwan's Company is seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Analyst to analyze, audit, and process payroll for 10,000+ employees. This mostly remote role with occasional meetings in Hopkins, MN or Marshall, MN offers a collaborative payroll team and strict confidentiality.

You will handle time records, wage calculations, and compliance with applicable laws. The role requires 1+ year of payroll experience, a related bachelor’s degree, strong Excel skills, and a commitment to accuracy and

Qualifications

• 1+ year of experience as a Payroll Analyst or in a similar payroll processing role.
• Solid understanding of payroll principles, regulations, and best practices.
• Proficiency in payroll software and MS Excel.
• Excellent attention to detail and high level of accuracy.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and manage sensitive information.
• Up-to-date knowledge of payroll-related laws and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Collect, review, and verify timekeeping records and hours worked for accuracy.
• Process payroll related data in a timely manner, including wages, bonuses, commissions, overtime, and other adjustments.
• Analyze and reconcile payroll data to ensure accurate and timely payment to employees.
• Identify, investigate, and resolve discrepancies in payroll records.
• Perform audits of payroll activities to ensure compliance with company policies and applicable laws and regulations.
• Ensure payroll processing adheres to federal, state, and local regulations and company policies.
• Verify system prorations and retro pay calculations.
• Maintain accurate payroll records and employee information in the payroll system.
• Continuously evaluate and recommend improvements to payroll processes to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and compliance.
• Collaborate with HR, Finance, and other relevant functions to ensure accurate employee data and seamless information flow.

Skills

Payroll processing

Timekeeping accuracy

Excel

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Confidentiality

Multi-tasking

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance/HR

Tools

MS Excel

Payroll software

Job description

Schwan's Company is seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Analyst to analyze, audit, and process payroll for 10,000+ employees. This mostly remote role with occasional meetings in Hopkins, MN or Marshall, MN offers a collaborative payroll team and strict confidentiality.

You will handle time records, wage calculations, and compliance with applicable laws. The role requires 1+ year of payroll experience, a related bachelor’s degree, strong Excel skills, and a commitment to accuracy and