Senior Payroll Analyst

Wheeler Staffing Partners; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Wheeler Staffing Partners in Dallas, TX is seeking an experienced Senior Payroll Analyst for a contract opportunity. The role handles payroll for U.S. and international employees and reports to the Payroll Manager.

Candidates should have 5+ years of payroll processing experience, strong knowledge of multistate regulations, and familiarity with UKG. This is a 100% onsite position; Monday through Friday.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of payroll processing experience.
• Experience with multi-state or global payroll.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. payroll laws and compliance.
• Proficiency with payroll systems, ideally UKG.

Responsibilities

• Process end-to-end payroll for U.S. and international employees.
• Maintain payroll records—comp, deductions, taxes, benefits, timekeeping.
• Review payroll data and perform corrections before submission.
• Coordinate with vendors and internal teams; support audits and year-end reporting.

Skills

Payroll processing

Global payroll

Regulatory compliance

Analytical

Attention to detail

Communication

Confidentiality

Education

Accounting/Finance/HR degree

Tools

UKG

Job description

Employment Type:

Full-Time | Contract Only

Work Arrangement:

100% Onsite

Schedule:

Monday-Friday | 8:00 AM-5:00 PM

Pay Rate:

$38.00-$47.00/hour

Position Overview

Wheeler Staffing Partners is seeking an experienced Senior Payroll Analyst for a contract opportunity in Dallas, TX. This position is responsible for accurate, timely, and compliant payroll processing for U.S. and international employee populations.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of payroll processing experience, strong knowledge of multistate payroll regulations, and the ability to manage complex payroll activities in a fast-paced, global environment. Experience with international payroll and UKG is highly preferred.

This position requires 100% onsite attendance, Monday through Friday, and reports directly to the Payroll Manager.

Key Responsibilities

• Process end-to-end payroll for U.S. and international employees, ensuring accuracy and timely execution.
• Maintain employee payroll records, including compensation, deductions, taxes, benefits, and timekeeping data.
• Review payroll data, identify discrepancies, and process corrections before payroll submission.
• Manage off-cycle payments, bonuses, retroactive adjustments, and final pay.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, local, and international payroll regulations.
• Support payroll audits, reconciliations, internal controls, and year-end reporting, including W-2 preparation.
• Coordinate with external payroll vendors to resolve processing issues and ensure accurate payments.
• Partner with HR Operations, Finance, and People Systems teams to maintain payroll data integrity.
• Research and resolve employee payroll inquiries while maintaining confidentiality.
• Support payroll system updates, integrations, testing, and process improvements.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of payroll processing experience, preferably supporting multistate or global payroll operations.
• Strong understanding of U.S. payroll laws, regulations, tax requirements, and compliance standards.
• Experience processing payroll adjustments, deductions, bonuses, and reconciliations.
• Proficiency with payroll and HR information systems.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to handle confidential payroll information.
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across departments.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet strict payroll deadlines.
• Associate or bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, or a related field, or equivalent payroll experience.
• Ability to work onsite in Dallas, TX, five days per week.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience processing international or global payroll.
• Hands-on experience with UKG.
• Experience coordinating payroll with international payroll vendors.
• Familiarity with country-specific payroll compliance and reporting.
• Experience supporting payroll system implementations, integrations, or enhancements.

Why Work with Wheeler Staffing Partners?

At Wheeler Staffing Partners, we connect experienced professionals with career opportunities that align with their skills and goals. Our recruiting team provides personalized support, transparent communication, and guidance throughout the hiring process.