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  Req#: 300004336079858
  Job Description
  
  Overview:
  
  The Payroll Analyst role reports to the Senior Payroll Manager. This role will be responsible for managing and analyzing complex payroll operations, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and being the subject matter expert in the workings of multiple payroll systems. The Payroll Analyst will also play a key role in process improvement, systems optimization, audits, and cross-functional collaboration with HR, Finance, and IT.
  
  Location: Remote
  
  ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:
  
  • Analyze payroll data to identify trends, discrepancies, or errors, and prepare reports for Finance, HR, and executive leadership.
  • Create data analytics using tools such as SQL, Power BI and/or advanced excel skills
  • Serve as a subject matter expert on payroll processes, policies, and systems.
  • Work with IT and 3rd party providers to detect, diagnosis, and test solutions to systems issues
  • Maintain and update payroll systems, test and implement system upgrades or changes.
  • Audit payroll reports, general ledger entries, and benefits deductions for accuracy.
  • Implement changes to comply with federal, state, and local regulations regarding wages, tax filings, and labor laws.
  • Lead or support internal and external audits by preparing the required documentation and responding to audit inquiries.
  • Collaborate with HR and Benefits teams to resolve complex employee payroll issues and improve communication.
  • Recommend and implement process improvements and automation opportunities to enhance payroll efficiency.
  • Other duties as assigned.
  
  EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE:
  
  • Associate degree, in business, finance, accounting or related field
  • Bachelor's degree preferred, 4-year degree preferred, 2-year degree preferred)
  • CPP certifications preferred.
  • Required experience.
    • Three or more years of experience working with multiple payroll systems.
    • Experience working in a multi-state, global payroll team.
    • Working knowledge of US and Canadian payroll
  
  CORE KNOWLEDGE and SKILLS
  
  • Strong interpersonal skills, including persuasive written and oral communication skills.
  • Solid organizational skills
  • Passion for providing excellent customer service.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of data analytics tools such as SQL, Power BI, or advanced Excel skills
  • Demonstrated involvement in projects across multi-functional teams.
  • Demonstrated ability to handle numerous tasks simultaneously and ability to adapt in a fast paced and ever-changing environment.
  • Strongly developed problem-solving skills to identify challenges and implement procedures and processes to overcome them.
  • Upgrading, troubleshooting, and implementing new functionality
  • Proven analytical, problem solving and influencing skills in high-volume, and fast-paced environments.
  
  Salary Range: $61,000 - $76,000 annually, depending on experience and geographic location.
  
  Please note that actual compensation offered may vary based on local pay requirements, and will meet or exceed state-specific minimum wage or salary thresholds.
  
  Benefits and Well-Being:
  
  We offer a competitive benefits package, including 6 paid holidays, 1 paid floating holiday and up to 20 days of Paid Time Off per year, Medical/Dental/Vision insurance, Company-matching 401(k) and Employee Stock Purchase Program, in addition to other programs and perks. More details about our benefits can be found here.
  
  TrueBlue, Inc. and its brands welcome and encourage applications from candidates with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in the application or interview process. If you require disability-related accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact your Recruiter directly, Employee Relations at HR-Advice@trueblue.com, or 1-800-610-8920. TrueBlue, Inc. and its brands will consult with all applicants who request disability-related accommodation during the application or interview process to ensure that the accommodation provided takes into account the applicant's individual accessibility needs.
  
  We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.
  
  About Us
  
  Since opening our first office over 30 years ago, TrueBlue has been dedicated to connecting people and work, changing lives, transforming businesses, and benefiting communities around the world. . Whether serving a small business on Main Street or a Fortune 500 company, we work hard to find the talent they need to succeed. Our well-known, established brands - PeopleReady, PeopleManagement (SIMOS, StaffManagement, and Centerline Drivers), and PeopleScout, each have a unique focus to serve our customers' varied needs.
  
  As the world of work changes, so does TrueBlue. We are well-positioned with tremendous strengths and assets, including a unique combination of strong and established brands, proprietary technology, an expansive geographic presence, and a passionate team serving our customers every day.
  
  TrueBlue is The People Company™, and our shared values guide our success. We are Optimistic, believing in solutions through innovation and collaboration; Passionate, dedicated to making a positive impact; Accountable, empowering people to take responsibility; Respectful, valuing diverse views and teamwork; and True to who we are and to the needs of our clients. We are committed to making a lasting impact as we continue to adapt to the changing world of work.

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