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Robert Half
Payroll Analyst
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What they do
A Payroll Analyst is responsible for complex accounting functions in the preparation, processing, maintenance, verification and reconciliation of employee leave information, retirement, payroll/benefit records and issuing pay and pay-related information to employees
$72,162 / year median in California
-3% projected decline
Job Description
We are seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Analyst to support accurate, compliant, and timely payroll processing for a large employee population based in Windsor, Connecticut. This long-term contract opportunity is well suited for a professional with strong experience handling full-cycle, multi-state payroll in a high-volume environment. The ideal candidate will help ensure payroll accuracy, research and resolve discrepancies, and provide day-to-day support for payroll operations.
Responsibilities:
- Process end-to-end payroll for a workforce of more than 500 employees while meeting established deadlines and quality standards.
- Administer multi-state payroll activities, including earnings, deductions, tax updates, and jurisdiction-specific requirements.
- Review payroll data for completeness and accuracy, investigating variances and correcting issues before final submission.
- Maintain employee payroll records in ADP Workforce Now and ensure updates are entered correctly for ongoing payroll processing.
- Partner with internal stakeholders to address payroll questions, resolve payment concerns, and provide clear guidance on payroll matters.
- Reconcile payroll information and generate reports to support audits, reporting needs, and operational decision-making.
- Monitor compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations to reduce risk and maintain proper payroll practices.