Payroll Analyst

Payroll Analyst

Compile, analyze, reviews and update data for accurate and timely execution of payroll. Support day-to-day payroll operations, including reconciliation, generation of reports and audits.

Compensation & Benefits:

Estimated Starting Salary Range for Payroll Analyst:
Pay commensurate with experience.

Full-time benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, and other possible benefits as provided. Benefits are subject to change with or without notice.

Payroll Analyst Responsibilities Include:

• Reviews and analyzes regular and special off-cycle payrolls in an accurate and timely manner.
• Responds to inquiries via telephone and email; and escalates issues to leadership or technical resource as needed.
• Researches data inconsistencies and recommends corrective actions.
• Maintains organized and complete electronic files.
• Reviews and analyzes data entry and maintenance of information into payroll systems including employee work, pay, paid time off and time and attendance data.
• Prepares and runs various payroll reports as requested.
• Assists with researching payroll related laws and trends.
• Identifies payroll system updates and impact to processes and assists in testing and implementation of updates.
• Works on special projects.
• Assists team members with questions and training as needed.
• Reviews and audits tax reconciliations and payroll processing prepared by peers.
• Identifies opportunities for process improvements and updates standard operating documents.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned

Payroll Analyst Experience, Education, Skills, Abilities requested:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance and 5 years of payroll experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. CPP or FCP certification is preferred.
• Oracle Fusion payroll processing experience.
• Excellent organizational skills, a keen attention to detail, strong administrative, problem solving and analytical skills.
• Reliable with a high degree of confidentiality and integrity.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and can prioritize responsibilities and tasks to effectively meet deadlines.
• Personable, good listener and can effectively communicate with all staff and client types through both written and verbal means.
• Ability to work efficiently both independently and as a member of a larger team.
• Willing and flexible to help with any urgent issues that happen to arise at the company, even if they are outside the immediate scope of the role.
• Excellent proficiency with Microsoft Excel and payroll systems and tools.
• Ability to work various hours based on payroll deadlines and needs.
• Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal

Company Information:

Cherokee Federal is a division of tribally owned federal contracting companies owned by Cherokee Nation Businesses. As a trusted partner for more than 60 federal clients, Cherokee Federal LLCs are focused on building a brighter future, solving complex challenges, and serving the government’s mission with compassion and heart. To learn more about CFED, visit

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Cherokee Federal is a military friendly employer. Veterans and active military transitioning to civilian status are encouraged to apply.

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Keywords:

• Payroll Processing

• Compliance

• Compensation

• Reporting

• Reconciliation

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