Payroll Analyst

NMDP

. Support accurate, timely, and compliant biweekly multi-state payroll processing .

Posted 10/5/2026full-timeRemote • Minnesota • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in multi-state payroll processing, payroll tax compliance, and payroll reporting, with a strong ability to analyze discrepancies and support system testing. Proficient in collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance payroll processes and ensure accurate and timely payroll delivery.

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Multi-State Payroll ProcessingPayroll Tax ComplianceOracle Time And LaborADP Workforce NowCertified Payroll Professional (CPP)

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Hard Skills

Payroll ProcessingPayroll ReportingGarnishment ProcessingTax FilingTax AuditingData AnalysisProcess ImprovementQuarter-End Payroll ActivitiesYear-End Payroll ActivitiesPayroll Compliance

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationConfidentialityProblem SolvingTime ManagementCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft ExcelHCM SystemsTimekeeping Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

Certified Payroll Professional (CPP)Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC)

Industry Keywords

Payroll LawsPayroll RegulationsEmployee InquiriesWage And Hour RequirementsDeductionsGarnishmentsCompliance Practices

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Oracle

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support accurate, timely, and compliant biweekly multi-state payroll processing
Process, audit, and reconcile payroll data
Review timekeeping, earnings, deductions, payroll taxes, garnishments, direct deposits, and other payroll transactions
Process and maintain employee garnishment orders, including wage garnishments, child support, tax levies, and court- or agency-ordered deductions
Research, analyze, and resolve payroll discrepancies, employee inquiries, and system-related issues
Prepare payroll reports, reconciliations, and data analysis for audits, compliance, Finance reporting, and leadership decision-making
Maintain payroll records and support year-end activities, including W-2 review, payroll tax reconciliation, tax form review, and related reporting
Collaborate with Benefits, Finance, Human Resources leadership, and other stakeholders on payroll changes
Monitor payroll processes, recommend improvements, and support system updates, user acceptance testing, regression testing, testing documentation, and process documentation
Support multi-state payroll activities by reviewing state-specific requirements, taxes, deductions, and compliance considerations
Stay informed of federal, state, and local payroll laws, regulations, and best practices
Provide responsive employee support by answering payroll questions and following up on inquiries

Requirements

What you’ll need

Payroll processing, multi-state payroll requirements, payroll tax, wage and hour requirements, deductions, garnishment processing, quarter-end and year-end payroll activities, compliance practices, and payroll reporting
Ability to produce accurate and timely payroll work, analyze and resolve payroll discrepancies, maintain confidentiality, communicate effectively with employees and cross-functional partners, manage multiple priorities, identify process improvement opportunities, and support system testing and validation
Required experience with Oracle Time and Labor and ADP Workforce Now
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and HCM, payroll, or timekeeping systems
Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field; equivalent experience may be considered
5+ years of payroll and tax experience required, including hands-on experience with multi-state payroll processing, payroll tax activities, tax filing, tax auditing, and payroll compliance
Experience supporting payroll audits, quarter-end and year-end payroll activities, or process improvement initiatives
Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC), which can be active or inactive
Preferred: experience supporting payroll system testing, including user acceptance testing, regression testing, test case execution, defect tracking, and validation of payroll results
Preferred: experience supporting payroll-related benefits administration, benefit deductions, or benefit-related payroll adjustments
Preferred: active Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, vision, life and disability benefits
Accident, critical illness/hospital benefits
Well-being benefits
Legal, identity theft and pet benefits
Retirement benefits
Paid time off and holidays
Leave benefits
Incentive plans for eligible employees