Payroll Analyst

Bring precision and problem-solving together in a Payroll Analyst role that supports employees across the organization.

Work Style:
Onsite

Location:

Gainesville, FL

FTE:
Full-Time (1.0 FTE)

Schedule:

Monday – Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm

The Payroll Analyst is responsible for processing time and attendance data with a high level of accuracy while ensuring compliance with established policies and procedures. The role supports data integrity through review and resolution of payroll discrepancies and provides timely responses to payroll-related inquiries. This position assists with day-to-day operations, audits, and special projects, contributing to efficient payroll processing and continuous improvement of practices.

The Payroll Analyst also supports onboarding and offboarding activities while maintaining confidentiality and strong attention to detail.

• Processes payroll transactions accurately and ensures timely completion of payroll functions.
• Reviews and reconciles payroll, timekeeping, and attendance data for assigned departments or cost centers.
• Monitors payroll deadlines and researches and resolves payroll and timekeeping discrepancies.
• Processes payroll adjustments, reversals, manual checks, and direct deposit corrections as needed.
• Ensures payroll transactions are properly authorized, documented, and compliant with organizational policies and regulatory requirements.
• Maintains payroll records and supporting documentation in accordance with record retention requirements.
• Provides training and support to managers and employees on payroll policies, procedures, and timekeeping systems.
• Responds to payroll-related inquiries in a timely, professional, and customer-focused manner.
• Collaborates with payroll team members to ensure operational consistency and adequate coverage.
• Supports payroll audits, reporting, and data integrity initiatives to maintain accurate employee records.

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

• One (1) year of professional experience in an administrative, operational, business support, or related role.
• Previous payroll processing experience preferred, ideally in a healthcare or similarly complex environment.
• Experience working with payroll, timekeeping, or attendance systems preferred.
• Proficiency with payroll software and Microsoft Office applications, particularly Microsoft Excel.
• Experience with People Soft or similar Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS) highly desirable.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to maintain accuracy while meeting deadlines.
• Excellent customer service, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to handle confidential employee information with professionalism and discretion.