Senior Payroll Business Analyst

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Ohio.

📋 Description

• Take ownership of and oversee the intake, prioritization, and execution of payroll and cross-functional initiatives.

• Evaluate payroll processes, systems, audit results, ticket trends, and operational data to pinpoint risks, inefficiencies, and opportunities for improvement.

• Facilitate cross-functional working sessions to define requirements, set priorities, and design solutions.

• Manage the complete requirements lifecycle across systems and workflows.

• Develop and maintain business requirements, SOPs, process maps, workflows, control documentation, KPIs, dashboards, and reports.

• Conduct advanced data analysis and convert payroll and system data into actionable insights.

• Examine data trends, anomalies, and root causes to promote process enhancement and risk reduction.

• Propel dashboards, KPIs, and data storytelling to enhance performance and compliance visibility.

• Spearhead automation and optimization initiatives using tools such as Excel models and Power Automate.

• Act as a liaison between business units, technology teams, and external partners.

• Oversee dependencies, timelines, and risks associated with multiple initiatives.

• Support system changes, UAT, deployment, adoption, training, job aids, communications, and audits.

• Ensure that deliverables adhere to regulatory requirements and SOX internal controls.

• Lead payroll transformation initiatives and strategic projects.

• Serve as a subject matter expert and a trusted advisor.

• Advise analysts and stakeholders on best practices and solution implementation.

• Provide backup support for select payroll processing and Payroll Tax Analyst duties.

• Carry out additional responsibilities as assigned while adhering to company policies and standards.

⛳️ Requirements

• High School Diploma is required.

• 4–6 years of relevant experience in payroll, business analysis, operational analytics, or a similar role, demonstrating ownership of complex, cross-functional initiatives is required.

• 4–6 years of experience supporting large-scale, enterprise-wide processes involving compliance, audits, and multi-system integrations is preferred.

• 4–6 years of experience in high volume and multi-state payroll environments is preferred.

• Proven track record in leading process improvement initiatives, identifying risks and control weaknesses, and implementing scalable, standardized solutions is preferred.

• Capability to manage and influence cross-functional stakeholders across Payroll, HR, Finance, Benefits, and IT.

• Ability to act as a functional lead and trusted advisor on enterprise-wide initiatives involving multiple stakeholders and competing priorities.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex payroll concepts clearly to stakeholders and leadership.

• Demonstrated commitment to safeguarding the confidentiality and security of sensitive payroll and employee information.

• Advanced analytical skills for addressing complex payroll, system, and operational challenges, delivering practical, compliant, and scalable solutions.

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration or a related field is preferred.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive weekly pay.

• Bonus opportunities.

• 401(k) plan with company matching.

• Medical coverage plans tailored to your needs.

• Paid time off (PTO) programs.

• Company holidays.

• Paid volunteer days.

• Up to $5,250 in tuition reimbursement annually.

• Commitment to work/life balance.