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UPMC Payroll Analyst, Associate in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Our UPMC Corporate Payroll Department is searching for a Payroll Analyst, Associate to join the team! If you have payroll tax experience, then this may be the perfect fit for you!
The Payroll Analyst, Associate is a regular, full-time position that primarily works daylight hours, Monday through Friday. There may be a need to work longer hours during quarter end and year end. A perk of this position includes very flexible work arrangements! You are able to work onsite, at home, or a combination of both throughout the work week.
In this role, the Payroll Analyst, Associate performs analysis, consultation, auditing and other specialized work involved in the administration payroll/tax related practices and procedures. They'll assist with biweekly and monthly payroll processing, calculate and process off-cycle payments, complete ad hoc tax adjustments, assist with audit reports, and so much more!
If you're looking to join a collaborative team that values a healthy work life balance, look no further! Apply online today for your chance to join our team!
Responsibilities:
Perform various maintenance and operational transactions of confidential payroll information
Participate in systems upgrade and/or additional applications by performing assigned project tasks and assisting in the planning, development, testing, and conversion activities
Identifies, investigates, and resolves moderate to complex questions pay check, tax, or payroll information.
Assist in the biweekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual payroll, tax, and compliance activities
Run queries and reports to generate data used for payroll planning, auditing, filing and reporting purposes using PeopleSoft, Kronos, and Excel
Responsible for maintaining a thorough understanding of all payroll systems and keep abreast of all relevant laws, regulations, and best practices
Identify and resolve payroll issues related to PeopleSoft and KRONOS and advise management of problems as they arise. Applies systems knowledge and functionality when researching and correcting systems related issues.
Serve as the Payroll department resource for all payroll operations, tax, and compliance activities needed to support various functional Business Partners (HR, Finance, Corporate Tax, Operations).
Performs routine audits and analysis to ensure payroll accuracy, operational efficiency, and compliance with established controls
Remit tax payments at the Federal, State, and Local Level based on jurisdiction due date
Submit monthly, quarterly, and annual tax returns at the Federal, State, and Local level
Resolve employee inquiries regarding their pays, taxation, and W2
Assist with biweekly and monthly payroll processing for in state and out of state employees
Calculate and process off-cycle payments
Complete ad hoc tax adjustments
Assist team with audit reports to monitor out of state taxation and accurate local taxes
Process time sheet adjustments and answer general payroll inquiries
Bachelors degree in Human Resources, Accounting, Finance, Business or a related field required and two years of experience required.
OR High School Diploma/GED and three years of professional-level payroll experience required.
Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) or Certified Payroll Professional Certification (CPP) preferred.
Ability to analyze and interpret statistical data required.
Knowledge of payroll systems, applicable laws and taxes/accounting principles preferred.
Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
- Act 34
UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran