Payroll Analyst

Description We are looking for a Payroll Analyst to join a live entertainment and venue operations organization in New York, New York. This position focuses on delivering accurate, timely payroll processing across multiple U.S. entities while maintaining compliance with federal, state, and local requirements. The ideal candidate combines strong Oracle Cloud payroll experience with a sharp analytical mindset and the ability to resolve complex issues in a fast-moving environment.

Responsibilities:

- Administer end-to-end payroll processing across weekly, biweekly, semimonthly, and monthly schedules for multiple U.S. entities.

- Maintain and update payroll records in Oracle Cloud, including relationship data, retroactive adjustments, cost distributions, special payments, and calculation updates.

- Load payroll-related information through spreadsheet-based import tools and verify that submitted data is complete and accurate.

- Review payroll activity for tax deductions, garnishments, benefit with holdings, and retirement contributions to confirm accuracy and regulatory compliance.

- Reconcile payroll results across legal entities and jurisdictions, ensuring proper handling of federal, state, and local tax obligations.

- Support employee movements between entities by validating setup changes and confirming correct payroll and tax treatment.

- Examine payroll registers before finalization, investigate discrepancies, and resolve issues within established processing timelines.

- Produce payroll reports and supporting documentation for reconciliations, internal reviews, and audit readiness.

- Collaborate with internal partners to improve payroll workflows, address operational questions, and strengthen overall service delivery. Requirements - 3-5 years of practical experience processing payroll in Oracle Cloud Fusion Payroll environments.

- Demonstrated knowledge of U.S. payroll regulations, multistate taxation, and compliance standards.

- Background handling payroll for multiple legal entities or complex organizational structures.

- Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills with the ability to identify causes of payroll discrepancies and implement solutions.

- Proven success managing high-volume payroll cycles while meeting strict deadlines.

- High level of accuracy, organization, and attention to detail in payroll administration.

- Ability to work effectively with cross-functional stakeholders in a collaborative, on-site setting.

- Experience with large employee populations; exposure to entertainment, hospitality, venue operations, union environments, or tipped work forces is valued.

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