Payroll Analyst

divh2Payroll Analyst / h2pThe Payroll Analyst serves as the subject matter expert for UKG Business Intelligence (BI) reporting, system upgrades, and process improvements. This role partners closely with Payroll, HR, and cross-functional teams to streamline payroll processes, ensure data integrity, and support accurate, compliant, and timely payroll operations. The position plays a critical role in end-to-end testing, analytics, and continuous system optimization to support error-free releases and enhancements. / pp

• Position is hybrid and requires minimum 2 days a week in office (Minnetonka, MN or Roseville, CA) / ph3Key Responsibilities / h3ulliServe as the subject matter expert for data interactions and integrations between HRIS and payroll systems. / liliLead and support the review, testing, and implementation of Payroll / HRIS integrations, system upgrades, patches, configuration changes, and enhancements. / liliAnalyze HRIS and payroll performance metrics; troubleshoot and resolve application and integration issues to ensure optimal system functionality. / liliPartner with Payroll to support payroll processing audits and ensure accurate and timely payroll delivery. / liliManage and execute payroll and HR analytics projects, delivering actionable insights to improve efficiency and accuracy. / liliPerform application upgrades and provide training and technical support to end users. / liliDevelop, implement, and continuously optimize HRIS and payroll processes to maximize efficiency, accuracy, and compliance. / liliCollaborate with HRIS, Benefits, HR Business Partners, Finance, and other stakeholders to streamline payroll processes and maintain regulatory and policy compliance. / liliIdentify process gaps and inefficiencies; recommend and implement effective solutions. / liliResearch, analyze, and resolve complex payroll issues, including reconciliations, overpayments, taxation, finance-related adjustments, and system discrepancies. / liliDocument processes, procedures, system configurations, and testing results. / liliAssist with maintaining payroll policies and procedures to ensure compliance with internal controls, SOX documentation, and audit requests. / liliConduct ongoing system and integration audits to ensure data accuracy between payroll and HRIS platforms. / liliSupport month-end, quarter-end, and year-end payroll reporting activities. / liliServe as payroll processing backup for Payroll Specialists as needed. / li / ulh3Qualifications Experience / h3ulliMinimum of 4+ years of relevant payroll, HRIS, or systems experience. / liliBachelors degree preferred. / liliCPP or FPC certification preferred. / liliAdvanced proficiency with HRMS platforms, including UKG and Workday. / liliAdvanced expertise in UKG BI Reporting. / liliStrong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills. / liliProven ability to gather, interpret, and analyze data to improve HRIS and payroll processes. / liliAbility to thrive in a fast-paced environment while managing tight deadlines. / liliExperience working with integrated payroll systems and cross-platform data flows. / liliExtensive knowledge of payroll processes, including preparation, balancing, reconciliations, and internal controls. / liliComprehensive knowledge of federal and state wage and hour laws. / liliFamiliarity with SOX internal controls and audit requirements. / li / ulh3Technical Skills / h3ulliHRIS and Payroll Systems : UKG, Workday / liliWorkday reporting and payroll system integrations (UKG) / liliAdvanced Microsoft Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, formulas) / liliProficiency with Microsoft Word and Outlook / li / ulp#LI-MB1 / pp#payrollanalyst / ppThe estimated pay range stated represents the typical pay range for this position or similarly employed employees or employees performing substantially similar work. Factors which may be used to determine the actual pay rate may include, but are not limited to, education, training or experience; seniority; merit and work performance; quantity or quality of production; regional differences in compensation; differences in local minimum wages, or ability and effort. / ppPositions Pay Range : $75,000 - $90,000 / ppBenefits may include : / pulliComprehensive medical, prescriptions, dental and vision plans / lili401(k) plan with a discretionary company match / liliShareholder Purchase and Reinvestment Plan / liliBasic life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance premium paid by the company / liliVoluntary supplemental life insurance for employees, spouses and dependent children / liliFertility and Family Building Benefits / liliPaid Disability benefits / liliPaid time off programs / lili11 Company paid holidays per year / liliFlexible spending account / liliHealth savings account (available to High Deductible Health Plan participants only) / liliEmployee Assistance Program / liliEducational Assistance Program / liliVoluntary benefits, such as Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Pet Insurance and Accident Insurance / liliTitle insurance policies and certain escrow services for the employees primary personal residence at no charge / liliTransportation benefit plan for mass transit, parking and vanpool, in several markets / li / ulpNote : If you currently are employed by Old Republic Title (or one of its wholly owned affiliated companies) please get in touch with your human resources representative regarding the application process. / p / div