Manage accurate bi-weekly payroll for a large, multi-state employee population using ADP WorkforceNow and Workday. Audit interfaces, process hires/terminations/LOAs, reconcile reports, resolve discrepancies, and ensure federal and state compliance while partnering with HR, Finance, and Benefits.
Our client, a world leader in semiconductors, is looking for a “Senior Payroll Analyst” based out of Milpitas, CA.
Job Duration: Long-Term Contract (Possibility Of FT Conversion)
Company Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Paid Sick Leave, 401K
Summary:
In this role, you will be managing bi-weekly payroll processing for a large employee population. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with ADP WorkforceNow, Workday, and multi-state payroll while ensuring payroll accuracy, tax compliance, and excellent employee support.
Responsibilities:
- Process bi-weekly payroll accurately and on time
- Review timesheets, deductions, taxes, and payroll adjustments
- Maintain payroll records in ADP WorkforceNow
- Process new hires, terminations, and leave of absence transactions
- Audit Workday payroll interface data
- Resolve payroll discrepancies and employee inquiries
- Prepare payroll reports and reconciliations
- Partner with HR, Finance, and Benefits teams
- Ensure compliance with federal and state payroll regulations
Required Qualifications
- 10+ years of payroll processing experience in a mid to large size organization
- Strong experience with ADP WorkforceNow (required)
- Workday HRIS experience
- Knowledge of multi-state payroll, payroll taxes, and wage & hour regulations
Preferred: CPP (Certified Payroll Professional) or FPC (Fundamental Payroll Certification) is a plus.
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