Payroll Analyst, Progyny

• Experience with Workday payroll system is highly required
• 3+ years prior professional payroll experience with a mid-to-large size company
• Undergraduate degree or higher
• Extensive understanding of payroll processing, including tax implications and accounting procedures
• Experience working in a payroll/HRIS system
• Excellent planning, analytical, interpersonal, and communications skills
• Strong Excel skills
• Inquisitive; natural problem solver
• Must be comfortable working independently in a fast-paced environment with strong time-management skills, attention to detail, and demonstrated ability to multitask
• Candidate must be driven to deliver results with the ability to establish rapport, earn trust, and effectively collaborate with others
• Intermediate Excel skills using advanced functions and formulas (e.g., Pivot table, Vlookup and Xlookup, and Index formulas)

Desirable

• The Payroll Analyst reports to the Payroll Director
• In this role your primary focus will be assisting with the day-to-day payroll operations ensuring accurate and timely processing of US in Workday and Canada payrolls
• Assist with the day-to-day payroll operations ensuring accurate and timely processing of semi-monthly payrolls for salaried and hourly employees, as well as weekly equity payrolls
• Ensures payroll processes are in compliance with SOX requirements as well as applicable federal and state regulations, including applicable wage and hour regulations
• Work closely with the accounting team to ensure accurate payroll accounting and reconciliations
• Coordinate with HR and Finance teams including performing analyses and generating reports for compensation planning and financial analysis
• Serve as a resource for employees on payroll matters as they arise
• Assist with payroll related projects, including continuous process and system improvements as well as automation that is scalable and supports the company’s growth
• Identify areas for improvement and efficiency including best practices for payroll administration; provide recommendations to senior management
• Coordinate with outside auditors with quarterly and annual audits
• Assist with equity compensation including processing payrolls and performing reconciliations as needed