Senior Payroll Analyst - HYBRID

Senior Payroll Analyst - Hybrid

Location:

Louisville, KY

Base pay range: $90,000 - $105,000 per year

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Payroll Analyst to join our team. This role plays an integral part in our Finance Department, ensuring that all payroll activities are carried out efficiently and effectively. This is a permanent, hybrid role that offers the flexibility to work both on‑site and remotely. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the payroll process for both hourly and salaried employees, ensuring compliance with tax laws and regulations, and providing accurate payroll reporting and audits.

This role requires a deep understanding of the manufacturing industry, with a focus on multistate payroll, payroll taxes, payroll reporting, payroll audits, and more.

• Manage the entire payroll process, including the calculation and distribution of wages for both hourly and salaried employees.
• Administer bonus payments, payroll garnishments, and other special payroll procedures.
• Conduct monthly, quarterly, and year‑end payroll audits to ensure accuracy and compliance with all relevant laws and regulations.
• Prepare and submit accurate payroll reports to management and regulatory agencies.
• Stay up-to-date with changes in tax laws and regulations that may affect the payroll process.
• Work closely with the HR department to ensure that all employee data is up-to-date and accurate.
• Troubleshoot and resolve payroll-related issues in a timely and professional manner.
• Assist in the development and implementation of payroll policies and procedures to improve efficiency and accuracy.
• Provide training and support to junior staff members and other departments as needed.

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in a payroll role, preferably within the manufacturing industry.
• Expert knowledge of multistate payroll, payroll taxes, payroll reporting, and payroll audits.
• Experience with payroll for both hourly and salaried employees.
• Proficiency in bonus payments, payroll garnishments, and other special payroll procedures.
• Strong understanding of month‑end, quarter‑end, and year‑end payroll processes.
• Advanced Excel skills, including the ability to create complex formulas and pivot tables.
• Excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot payroll‑related issues.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or a related field is preferred.
• Certification as a Payroll Professional (CPP) is a plus.

• Hybrid – 3 days in office
• Top compensation
• Medical/Dental/Vision
• 401k
• Generous PTO

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