Payroll Analyst

JOB DESCRIPTIONThis team is seeking a hands-on Payroll Analyst to support day-to-day payroll operations while existing team members focus on the implementation of a new HRIS/HCM system. This person will take over technical payroll responsibilities and work closely with the existing payroll team to ensure accurate and timely processing.- Full-Cycle Payroll: Process and review biweekly payroll, timesheets, deductions, direct deposits, supplemental payments, and off-cycle payments.- Complex Payroll Calculations: Handle retroactive pay, corrected timesheets, termination payouts, tax adjustments, leave accruals, and other payroll corrections.- Public Safety Payroll: Process payroll involving police and fire employees, varied work schedules, overtime rules, and other public-sector pay complexities.- Compliance: Apply FLSA requirements, policies, MOUs/collective bargaining agreements, and applicable payroll regulations.- Reconciliations & Reporting: Reconcile payroll liabilities, taxes, retirement contributions, deductions, general ledger postings, W-2s, and Forms 941.- Payroll Troubleshooting: Research discrepancies and unusual payroll results, determine appropriate corrections, and escalate complex issues when necessary.- System Support: Assist with payroll data validation, testing, cleanup, and transition activities related to a new HRIS/HCM implementation.