Payroll Analyst II

Payroll Analyst II

At Niagara, we're looking for Team Members who want to be part of achieving our mission to provide our customers the highest quality most affordable bottled water.

Consider applying here, if you want to:

• Work in an entrepreneurial and dynamic environment with a chance to make an impact.
• Develop lasting relationships with great people.
• Have the opportunity to build a satisfying career.

We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages for our Team Members.

The Payroll Analyst II will administer and oversee all aspects of domestic payroll processing. This role will serve as the first point of contact for all payroll, tax, and par related issues. He/she will possess a strong desire to deliver excellent customer service, an aptitude for critical thinking and problem-solving, and a desire to drive for results. The Payroll Analyst II must comply with all internal and external policies, laws, and regulations. This position will actively participate in all necessary payroll/timekeeping system implementations, conversions, internal audits and system upgrades. The Payroll Analyst II interacts with all levels of the organization and must provide excellent customer service at all times.

Essential Functions

• Full cycle domestic payroll processing in accordance with Federal and State Wage and Hour laws. Duties including but not limited to, calculation and preparation of on-demand checks, payroll input, direct deposit, setup and compliance of local tax entities, PTO reconciliations, Import/Export various interface files to and from payroll system, reconcile time and attendance issues, garnishments, verifications of employment
• Analyze complex payroll calculations, PTO adjustments, Retro, and Arrears adjustments.
• Analyze and validate complex payroll system calculations
• Partner with supervisors and managers to ensure that timecards are accurate
• Utilize third party ticketing system to log and track payroll issues.
• Consult with internal and external vendors to resolve payroll issues; partner with third party providers as necessary Follow through all issues to a successful resolution
• Maintain accurate internal records and comply with retention requirements
• Adhere to policies and procedures to ensure accuracy of all payroll data
• Year-End duties including escheatment for unclaimed wages as they apply to State Laws governing abandoned property.
• Participate in W2 reconciliations and audits
• Process Tax amendments and ensure accurate filings
• Track open vendor cases pertaining to payroll and take necessary action as needed

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications:
• 2 Years Experience in Field or similar environment
• 2 Years Experience in Position
• 2 Years Experience managing projects
• *experience may include a combination of work experience and education
• Preferred Qualifications:
• 4 Years Experience in Field or similar manufacturing environment
• 4 Years Experience working in Position
• 4 Years Experience managing projects
• *experience may include a combination of work experience and education

Competencies

This position embodies the values of Niagara's LIFE competency model, focusing on the following key drivers of success:

• Lead Like an Owner
• Makes safety the number one priority
• Keeps alert for safety issues and escalates immediately
• Effectively prioritizes tasks based on department goals
• Shows respect to others and confronts interpersonal issues directly
• Prioritizes resolution of customer issues effectively
• Responds promptly and honors commitments to internal and external customers
• InnovACT
• Makes recommendations to continuously improve policies, methods, procedures, and/or products
• Demonstrates adaptability by reacting appropriately to unexpected changes in situations or circumstances
• Increases performance through greater efficiency
• Find a Way
• Seeks to develop technical knowledge through learning from other experts
• Understands interdepartmental impact of individual decisions and actions
• Seeks solutions rather than placing blame
• Empowered to be Great
• Consistently looks for ways to improve one's self through growth and development opportunities
• Communicates clearly and promptly up, down, and across
• Communicates effectively to manage expectations

Education

• Minimum Required:
• Bachelor's Degree in any field
• Preferred:
• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, Data Analytics, or other related field

Certification/License:

• Required: N/A
• Preferred: Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC)

Foreign Language

• Required: None Required
• Preferred: Spanish Bilingual Proficiency

Typical Compensation Range

Pay Rate Type: Salary $82,011.54 - $118,916.74 / Yearly

Benefits

Our Total Rewards package is thoughtfully designed to support both you and your family:

• Paid Time Off for holidays, sick time, and vacation time
• Paid parental and caregiver leaves
• Medical, including virtual care options
• Dental
• Vision
• 401(k) with company match
• Health Savings Account with company match
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Expanded mental wellbeing benefits including free counseling sessions for all team members and household family members
• Family Building Benefits including enhanced fertility benefits for IVF and fertility preservation plus adoption, surrogacy, and Doula reimbursements
• Income protection including Life and AD&D, short and long-term disability, critical illness and an accident plan
• Special discount programs including pet plans, pre-paid legal services, identity theft, car rental, airport parking, etc.
• Tuition reimbursement, college savings plan and scholarship opportunities
• And more!