Payroll Analyst
Full-Time | Onsite

We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Payroll Analyst to join our team. In this role, you will ensure accurate and efficient payroll processing while maintaining compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations. The ideal candidate is analytical, organized, and committed to providing exceptional support to employees and leadership. This is a great opportunity to contribute to a collaborative team and play a critical role in the organization’s success.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process weekly payroll with accuracy, compliance, and timeliness

• Verify and reconcile attendance, bonuses, and other payroll-related data

• Calculate and process statutory deductions (taxes, social security, benefits, garnishments)

• Collaborate with Operations to ensure accurate employee data (hires, terminations, promotions, compensation changes)

• Investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies promptly

• Stay current on payroll regulations and ensure compliance with tax reporting

• Generate payroll reports for management, including summaries and reconciliations

• Respond to employee payroll inquiries with professionalism and accuracy

• Assist with year-end reporting, including W-2 forms and related documentation

• Contribute to process improvements for payroll efficiency and accuracy

Qualifications:

• 3+ years of payroll processing and administration experience

• Strong analytical skills and high attention to detail

• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities

• Effective communication skills (written and verbal)

• Ability to manage sensitive and confidential information with discretion

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and related office software

• Experience with payroll systems such as Paycor, ADP, and Toast

• Familiarity with Great Plains or Sage Accounting software preferred

Why Apply?

• Join a supportive and collaborative team environment

• Play a vital role in ensuring employee satisfaction and organizational success

• Competitive compensation and opportunities for growth

Ascendo is a certified minority owned staffing firm, and we welcome and celebrate diversity. Ascendo is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, parental status, military service or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Contact information

Amy Smith