Payroll Analyst

Opportunity

DeVry seeks a meticulous and dedicated Payroll Analyst to join our Total Rewards team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for executing all aspects of payroll processing, ensuring accurate preparation, documentation, and timely submission of payroll in accordance with DeVry’s policies and government regulations. This role involves collaboration with external vendors and internal partners to maintain the integrity and confidentiality of payroll data.

Responsibilities

Payroll Processing (50%):

• Accurately and timely submission of multi-state payrolls under the direction of the Manager, Payroll & HRIS
• Validate HRIS data, including pre-starts/new hires/terminations, salary/wage increases, benefit deductions, leave of absence (STD/LTD), and tax jurisdiction setups.
• Ensure all timesheets are created and approved by the cut-off time; correct any time errors or discrepancies
• Process special payments as needed
• Review and process garnishment, support orders, and levies
• Analyze pre-transmission and post-transmission audit reports to ensure payroll accuracy

Data Management (10%)

• Prepare and maintain standard and ad hoc reports and queries for conducting audits to ensure data integrity
• Work with internal partners to provide payroll data for internal and external audits
• Assist in testing new functionality and system enhancements
• Other duties as assigned

Tax Compliance (15%)

• Assist with researching payroll tax-related issues and work with our payroll tax service vendor and tax authorities to resolve them.
• Support quarterly/year-end processes including W-2 distribution

HR Operations and Service Delivery (25%):

• Handle HR service delivery cases related to payroll to ensure Service Level Agreements (SLAs) are met
• Handle the timesheet unlock process – coordinate with colleagues and managers
• Maintain a high level of customer service by timely answering payroll-related inquiries

Qualifications

• Associate degree required, preferably in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration, with 2-4 years of work experience in payroll.
• Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) or Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) is strongly preferred.
• In-depth knowledge of payroll state laws and regulations
• Prior experience working with Dayforce HRIS/payroll system is highly preferred.
• Advanced computer skills including Microsoft Excel, V-look ups, Pilot Tables, and Word required.
• Attention to detail with strong analytical, customer service, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills
• Must have a strong commitment to continue preserving the integrity and security of colleagues’ data.

Compensation range $25-30 per hour