Job Description

Payroll Analyst

Under the general direction of the US & Canada Payroll Manager, the Payroll Analyst plans, performs, audits, and analyzes payroll operations. This position will assist with the financial monthly close processes by preparing journal entries and accruals. The Payroll Analyst is responsible for assisting in and leading payroll processes for Canada and the United States, supporting the development, implementation, administration, execution, and maintenance of programs, policies, and procedures. Ensures programs meet company needs, comply with legal requirements, and are cost-effective. As a member of a COE, the Payroll Analyst will assist in responding to employees with payroll-related issues in a timely manner.

Responsibilities include:

• Consistently perform highly accurate payroll processing and journal entry posting.
• Coordinate Payroll System service requests to drive to final resolution
• Process salary transfers, tax payments, year-end procedures, and W-2s to ensure accurate reporting of employment data
• Reconcile deductions and perform accurate and timely general ledger reconciliations
• Compile reporting for both internal and external partners.
• Create and run reporting as needed for external and internal auditors, etc.
• Document and update payroll procedures with a continuous focus on identifying efficiency and process improvement
• Perform application system administration functions specific to application setup, configuration, and maintenance
• Coordinate end-to-end system testing: to include tracking and managing issues to resolution
• Ensure all payroll systems meet functional user requirements, compliance requirements, and ensure proper system and payroll documentation is maintained
• Assists with employee data auditing and reporting.
• Working proactively across multiple business units, establishing and maintaining effective relationships with employees, and serving as a liaison between Payroll as a COE organization.
• Establishes and maintains relationships, credibility, and trust with stakeholders, P&T team members, and other colleagues.
• Ensures company compliance with federal and state laws.
• Perform other tasks as assigned from time to time by the Payroll Manager.

Qualifications include:

• Job Requirements Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations in computing rates, premiums, and adjustments.
• Ability to work independently and as a team to complete work with minimal supervision
• Ability to prioritize and work under pressure sufficient to meet deadlines
• Able to concentrate as demonstrated by a high degree of accuracy in entering data
• Ability to diplomatically handle communications in potentially stressful situations
• Strong organizational and customer service skills
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to reconcile multiple data sources
• Organizational skills to develop/maintain reporting "standards" where applicable.
• Project leadership experience to assist with overseeing various projects.
• Must be a problem-solver.
• Must remain open to change and new information, ideas, and adapt to the same. Must encourage and foster cooperation and teamwork.
• Requires strong communication skills, good writing skills, strong customer service, and analytical skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office products.

Required Education & Experience:

• Associate degree in Business, Accounting, or related field.
• Minimum of 1 year payroll experience, with general ledger software systems, database, spreadsheet, ADP GlobalView, ADP EeTime

Keys to success include:

Building collaborative relationships Decision making Drive results Foster innovation Personal energy Self-leadership

At Brightstar, we consider a wide range of factors in determining compensation, including background, skills, experience, and work location. These factors can cause your compensation to vary. The estimated starting salary range is $44,500 - $103,002. The actual pay offered may end up being higher or lower. The Company will comply with all local pay requirements and collective bargaining agreements, where applicable.

Base pay is only one part of our Total Rewards program. Sales roles may be eligible for commission payments, while other roles may be eligible for short-term incentive or other discretionary bonuses. More senior roles maybe eligible for long-term incentive bonuses. In addition, we offer employees a 401(k) Savings Plan with Company contributions, health, dental, and vision insurance, life, accident, and disability insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, wellness programs, and identity theft insurance. Note: programs are subject to eligibility requirements.

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