Payroll Analyst

Company: KS Energy Services
Location: New Berlin
Posted on: January 26, 2023

Job Description:

Payroll AnalystSummaryTitle:Payroll AnalystID:1333Department:Human ResourcesLocation:New Berlin, WisconsinMore about this job > Description The Payroll Analyst will lead and direct payroll functions ensuring accurate processing and recording of KS Energy Services' weekly union multi-state payrolls, along with investigating and solving payroll and associated discrepancies. This individual will work collaboratively with a team in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment. By helping maximize efficiency, productivity, and analysis, this position will make a positive impact on a rapidly growing organization. Duties and Responsibilities: Duties listed below may vary in terms of importance and other duties may be added or eliminated as this position develops. + Understands current processes and recommends, develops and implements changes leading to greater efficiency and accuracy. + Partners with internal team, third-party payroll processors, and unions to ensure complete pay information is properly recorded and accurately calculated for each payroll cycle including hours, rates, benefits, deductions, and taxes. + Administers set up of employee data in our HRIS, time keeping, and payroll system to ensure accuracy. Suggests and implements improvements in how data is tracked and coded within the system leading to better analytics regarding our team. + Serves as HRIS and Payroll reporting subject matter expert. Prepares HRIS reports tracking key metrics of headcount, hours, etc. Analyzes trends in labor costs and hours and investigates outliers. + Understands multi-employer environment. Becomes familiar with relevant contract details to ensure pay and benefits comply with contracts. Compiles monthly union reports and calculates payments. + Leads on-going continuous improvement efforts for Payroll team. Recommends, develops and implements changes to processes, procedures, and workflows, leading to greater efficiency and accuracy. Required Competencies: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and /or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions . + Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Human Resources, or related field strongly preferred + Minimum of 3 years' payroll entry and processing experience including garnishments, child support, and GL coding. Experience in a union environment preferred. + Solid knowledge of payroll function including: preparation, balancing, internal controls, and payroll taxes. + Demonstrated analytical thinking and problem solving capabilities. + Teamwork and leadership skills including ability to influence others. + Proficient with payroll software; experience with ADP Workforce Now strongly preferred. + Exceptional organization, accuracy and attention to detail + Above average understanding and ability to use MS Office. Work Conditions/Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions . + All of the work will be performed in an office setting. About KS: Every day, we install the pipes and cables that power our lives--from lighting offices to heating homes. While this paints a pretty picture, our work is just pretty tough. We dig. We cut. We build. Every time we climb into a protected hole, we're taking a risk. The smallest mistake may cause an accident. This work demands safety, perfection, and efficiency. It's Mission: Impossible. At KS, we live for it. We build energy infrastructure that you depend on. In this industry, everyone is good. WE ARE BETTER! KS Energy Services is a family centered company, we value hard work, integrity and diversity. Working for KS Energy Services offers the opportunity for a rewarding career in the construction industry. We offer excellent compensation and industry-leading benefits, such as health, dental and vision insurance, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, all starting on DAY 1. Eligible for Company 401(k) match after 90 days of service.

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