Payroll and Accounting Analyst

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. Analyze and audit payroll data to ensure accurate, timely, and compliant payroll processing .

Posted 10/2/2026full-timeRemote • Oregon • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $66,000 - $96,250 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in multi-state payroll processing, payroll tax compliance, and payroll accounting, with a strong focus on data integrity and process improvement. Proficient in leveraging technology and advanced Excel skills to enhance payroll operations and support compliance with federal and state regulations.

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Multi-State Payroll ProcessingPayroll Tax CompliancePayroll ReconciliationAdvanced Microsoft Excel SkillsPayroll Accounting

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Hard Skills

Payroll Data AnalysisVariance AnalysisBalancing ActivitiesPayroll Tax AdministrationData ManagementPayroll ReportingProcess ImprovementPayroll ControlsCompliance RequirementsWage and Hour Laws

Soft Skills

Problem SolvingCollaborationCommunication

Tools & Technologies

ERP SystemsPayroll SystemsAI-Enabled ToolsAutomation Tools

Industry Keywords

Payroll RegulationsFederal Tax RequirementsState Tax RequirementsLocal Tax RequirementsAudit Support

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Analyze and audit payroll data to ensure accurate, timely, and compliant payroll processing
Perform payroll reconciliations, variance analysis, and balancing activities for earnings, deductions, taxes, and payroll-related accounts
Research and resolve complex payroll and payroll tax issues, including supporting payroll tax compliance, tax notices, and year-end activities
Partner with employees, managers, HR, Benefits, Finance, HRIS, and vendors to resolve payroll inquiries and ensure payroll data integrity
Identify and implement process improvements
Strengthen payroll controls and support audits
Participate in testing and validation of payroll system enhancements
Perform payroll accounting, reporting, payroll tax administration, payroll-related data management, and employee deduction administration
Support employees and business partners with complex payroll inquiries

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School Diploma required
6 years of payroll experience, preferably supporting a multi-state workforce of 1,000+ employees across multiple legal entities
Demonstrated experience with multi-state payroll processing and payroll tax compliance, including federal, state, and local tax requirements
Experience performing payroll reconciliations, variance analysis, balancing activities, and payroll-related accounting support
Experience researching and resolving complex payroll issues, payroll tax discrepancies, and tax notices
Strong understanding of federal and state wage and hour laws, payroll regulations, and compliance requirements
Experience using large ERP and payroll systems to process payroll, conduct analysis, support testing activities, and resolve payroll issues
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including data analysis, reconciliations, formulas, reporting, and data validation
Ability to leverage technology, automation, analytics, and AI-enabled tools to improve payroll processes, strengthen controls, increase efficiency, and support data-driven decision making
Ability to travel once per year
Must pass criminal background investigation and employment, education, and licensing verification
Must be bondable

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) plan with matching company contributions
Annual incentive bonus plan
Generous paid time off including 11 holidays, 2 wellness days, and 8 volunteer hours annually
PTO increases with tenure
Supportive, responsive management approach
Career growth and advancement opportunities
Paid parental leave
Adoption/surrogacy assistance
Employee giving program that double matches donations to eligible nonprofits and schools
Work-life balance support
Drug- and alcohol-free work environment