Payroll Analyst

Job Overview

For those who want to keep growing, learning, and evolving. We at Kelly hear you, and we’re here for you! We’re seeking a Payroll Analyst to work at a leading organization in Los Alamos, NM. Sound good? Take a closer look below. You owe it to yourself to consider this great new opportunity.

Pay Rate: $30.45 per hour

Shift: 1st

• Opportunity to work in a reputable, stable organization with a position budgeted through June 30, 2027
• Exposure to advanced payroll systems and public sector payroll processes

• Supporting the payroll department by analyzing, preparing, and inputting payroll data (excluding direct payroll processing)
• Running reports and managing tax and withholding matters, including employee tax notifications/statements
• Preparing quarterly and monthly general ledger entries and payroll expenses for GL posting
• Managing compensation for absences, overseeing accruals, and reconciling paid hours/benefits
• Ensuring compliance with state and federal wage laws and supporting payroll audits/system upgrades
• Producing accurate and timely payrolls using automated systems (Minus and Executime)
• Updating the State Pension Plan and maintaining records through SharePoint and Docu Sign
• Communicating effectively via MS Office/Outlook and training timekeepers as needed
• Coordinating payroll calendars and schedules, preparing routine and ad‑hoc management reports, and maintaining quality control of records systems

• Have experience with automated payroll systems; public sector or public safety payroll experience is a plus
• Are highly proficient in Excel, including V‑lookups and pivot tables
• Are familiar with ERP systems
• Can manage document workflows via SharePoint and Docu Sign
• Possess strong technical knowledge and communication skills, especially with MS Office Outlook
• Hold relevant education or professional experience in payroll/accounting – Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, or related field is a plus
• Are available to work in‑person in Los Alamos, NM, and can commit to the role through June 30, 2027

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work‑related resources. Eligible employees have access to voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short‑term disability. Employees are also eligible for a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account.

In addition, employees are entitled to paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan.

Kelly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and we take affirmative action to recruit, employ, and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in the workforce.

Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to the Kelly Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E‑Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I‑9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.