Payroll processor Jobs in Birmingham, AL

Responsibilities The Senior IS‑Business Systems Analyst HRIS / Payroll is a senior individual contributor within Altec Information Services (IS), providing functional leadership and advanced support for Altec's HRIS and Payroll systems. This role partners closely with Human Resources, Payroll and the HRIS technical teams to ensure payroll accuracy, regulatory compliance, system stability, and continuous improvement. Operating on Altec's HRIS team, this position serves as a subject‑matter expert and trusted advisor for HRIS and Payroll processes, platform capabilities, and system changes. The role plays a critical part in enabling accurate, timely payroll and reliable HR services for Altec employees across locations and business units. Key Responsibilities HRIS & Payroll Operations * Serve as the primary senior functional resource for Altec's HRIS and Payroll systems, including payroll processing, tax compliance, and related employee self‑services. * Act as escalation point for complex or high‑impact payroll and HRIS issues, performing root‑cause analysis and driving resolution. * Ensure payroll processing aligns with Altec policies, internal controls, and applicable federal, state, and local regulations. * Support internal and external audits by providing documentation, system evidence, and subject‑matter expertise. * Assess downstream impacts of system changes on payroll calculations, taxation, benefits, and reporting. * Promote disciplined change management, documentation standards, and repeatable processes to reduce operational risk. * Support HRIS and Payroll processes end ‑ to ‑ end, including production support, issue resolution, and implementation of sustainable solutions. Business Engagement & Analysis * Partner with HR, Payroll, Finance, and IS stakeholders to understand business needs and translate requirements into effective system solutions. * Evaluate and prioritize change requests, enhancements, and defect remediation in alignment with Altec business priorities. * Provide consultative guidance on system capabilities, business process optimization, and standardization opportunities. System Enhancements & Project Support * Support HRIS and Payroll system lifecycle activities, including upgrades, patches, migrations, regulatory changes, and platform enhancements. * Lead HRIS‑related projects, including implementations, integrations, and continuous improvement initiatives. * Plan and execute testing efforts (unit, integration, UAT, payroll parallel testing), ensuring business readiness and risk mitigation. * Develop and maintain functional documentation, business procedures, configuration details, and job aids. * Mentor junior analysts, contribute to knowledge sharing within the IS organization, and provide formal leadership to other analysts as needed. Required Qualifications * High School Diploma or GED required + Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Business, Human Resources, Finance, or related field plus 6 years of relevant experience, OR + 8 years of relevant experience supporting enterprise business systems * Significant experience supporting HRIS and Payroll systems in a complex enterprise environment. * Strong functional expertise in payroll processing, taxation, compliance, and HR business processes. * Demonstrated ability to analyze, troubleshoot, and resolve complex application and business process issues. * Experience supporting system upgrades, regulatory updates, and production payroll cycles. * Strong understanding of change management, release management, and operational support best practices. * Ability to manage multiple priorities while supporting time‑sensitive payroll operations. Preferred Qualifications * 10 (or more) years of experience with PeopleSoft HCM and Payroll for North America * 10 (or more) years of experience supporting multi‑state or multi‑jurisdiction payroll environments. * Experience with payroll testing methodologies, including parallel payroll testing. * Familiarity with Freshservice and Jira task and project management tools. Experience Level Adjustmnt Should the selected candidate meet the qualifications of a more experienced level in the career path, the job level may be adjusted. Benefits Altec offers a competitive salary that rewards performance and dedication, along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes: * Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Program * Retirement 401(k) Traditional or Roth Program Options with Company Match * Vacation and Holidays * Parental Leave * Short Term and Long Term Disability Leave * Flexible Spending Accounts * Tuition Assistance Program * Employee Assistance and Mental Health/Substance Abuse Program * Life Insurance, Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance * Supplemental Insurance including Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness and Accident Insurance * Additional Wellness Programs and Rewards Available EEO Statement Altec Industries, Inc. and its affiliates are equal opportunity employers and maintain affirmative action plans to recruit, retain, develop, and promote qualified individuals without unlawful consideration of race, gender, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Altec strives to maintain a work environment free from unlawful discrimination and harassment, where associates are treated with respect and dignity.