Payroll Analyst

As a Payroll Analyst within our Enterprise Business Services team, you will play a pivotal role in supporting our growing, world-class manufacturing operations across multiple sites. This position requires a meticulous and proactive professional dedicated to ensuring our payroll processes are seamless, accurate, and compliant with all regulatory requirements. This is an onsite position in our Dallas, TX headquarters 5 days per week.

Joining our team offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a vital function within a leading aerospace and defense manufacturer. You will gain unparalleled exposure to complex payroll operations, including union and non-union environments, and working in payroll systems like ADP and UKG Kronos. This role is critical in driving operational excellence and supporting our workforce's stability and satisfaction.

Key Performance Objectives:

* Accurate Payroll Processing:

* Administer all aspects of salaried payroll preparation, including Executive compensation, payment calculation, payroll deductions, and associated reports. Additional assistance with hourly payroll may be assigned as needed.

* Ensure the timely and accurate processing of payrolls using the ADP system.

* Maintain precise records, files, and reports related to all payroll matters, including tax withholding forms, work hours, earnings records, and direct deposit forms.

* Lead the processing of Equity Compensation, specifically Restricted Stock awards.

* Compliance and Auditing:

* Conduct required payroll reviews, internal audits, and balancing functions to ensure compliance with government regulations and SOX.

* Participate in cross-functional project teams for shared services initiatives to enhance compliance and efficiency.

* Employee Support and Problem Resolution:

* Respond promptly to payroll inquiries from employees, addressing potential shortages and over payments.

* Calculate and process manual payroll checks and future payment adjustments as needed.

* Collaborate with HR and Benefits teams to manage employee information, including new hires, transfers, and terminations.

* System and Process Improvement:

* Utilize UKG (Kronos) for timekeeping and balancing.

* Identify opportunities for process improvements and system enhancements to increase payroll efficiency and accuracy.

* Provide ad hoc reporting for various departments, including HR, Benefits, Accounting, Tax, and Internal Audit.

Basic Qualifications:

* Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.

* Minimum of 4 years of experience in multi-state payroll processing and administration, with a preference for experience with federal, state, and local payroll laws.

It would be a plus if you had:

* Experience with ADP Enterprise payroll and UKG (Kronos) time and attendance systems.

* Familiarity of General Ledger journal entry preparation.

* Experience with Equity compensation, including Restricted Stock.

* FCP or CPP Certification.

* Supervisory experience.

* Compliance experience and SOX knowledge.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

* Strong ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.

* Exceptional attention to detail with a focus on accuracy and quality of results.

* Excellent problem-solving skills, particularly with system, employee, and vendor issues.

* Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

* Quick learner with a knack for analyzing processes and identifying opportunities for improvement.