Payroll Data Specialist

Location : Remote

Contract : 3+ Months

Looking for a Sr. Payroll Data Analyst

• Must haves are: Workday Payroll and ADP Smart connect
• Need someone to come in and help process payroll
• Most will be focused on the US payroll which is about 800 employees semi monthy

Job Description - Sr. Payroll Data Analyst

What you ll be working on

• Oversee end-to-end payroll processing for approximately 1,200 employees across the U.S. and Canada, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and full compliance with federal, state/provincial, and local regulations.
• Maintain compliance with tax regulations, internal policies, and legal standards, while ensuring precise payroll documentation and recordkeeping.
• Deliver accurate and timely payroll data to the Finance team to support audits, financial planning, and regulatory compliance activities.
• Act as a primary point of contact for employee payroll and benefits inquiries, providing clear, professional guidance and issue resolution.
• Develop and maintain payroll and HR policies, ensuring consistency with company procedures and alignment with local labor laws.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with HR and Finance to collect, validate, and reconcile payroll data, proactively resolving any discrepancies.
• Partner with the Finance team to reconcile payroll-related general ledger accounts and contribute to monthly and year-end financial close processes.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on payroll systems (ADP SmartConnect, Workday Payroll), supporting system configuration, testing, enhancements, and upgrades.

What you bring to the role

• Over 8 years of hands-on experience in end-to-end payroll processing, with a strong track record of accuracy and compliance.
• Recent and in-depth experience with Workday Payroll, including processing payroll, tax calculations, and garnishment handling.
• Proficient in using ADP SmartConnect for tax filing, remittance, and payment services.
• Deep knowledge of U.S. and Canadian payroll regulations, tax codes, and labor laws, ensuring regulatory compliance across multiple jurisdictions.
• Exceptional attention to detail, with strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities to resolve complex payroll issues efficiently.
• Skilled communicator with the ability to explain payroll processes and policies clearly across all levels of the organization.
• Demonstrated ability to thrive both independently and in collaborative, fast-paced environments.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, VLOOKUP, and complex formula creation for payroll analysis and reporting.