Workday Payroll Analyst

Job Description

Zeta Global is seeking a talented and experienced Workday Payroll Analyst to join our global People & Culture team to support US Payroll. Reporting to a VP, Global Total Rewards and Tech, this person will be integral in helping to performing the duties within the Payroll and Total Rewards Team. This individual will serve as trusted partner in the following functional areas: US payroll processing, payroll audits, comp calculations, payroll technologies, payroll taxes, polity implementation, and other related People and Finance projects in accordance to established standards. Responsibilities: The Payroll Specialist will be tasked with the following duties, responsibilities, and assignments: Assist designated property representatives with established payroll processing duties and timelines in accordance to Zeta values. Perform a variety of payroll processing audits and processes, including maintaining related records, preparing reports and transactions, documenting and updating procedures as appropriate. Support quarterly and year end activities. Utilize audit reports and queries to verify accuracy for both on and off cycle processing. Produce scheduled and ad-hoc reporting for management, including creating new reports in Workday. Partner with various internal and external teams regarding system tests, training and validation of benefit enrollment, deductions and billing. Assist with processing and resolving payroll related matters in a timely fashion. Reconcile payroll reports to ensure accuracy within designated timeframes. Process all off cycle and special payments and determined by designated company leadership per established guidelines. Data Analysis and process improvement recommendations. Quickly and effectively communicate with internal and external teams. Proactively and regularly assist with ongoing set up, testing and maintenance activities of the payroll and HRIS system. Any and all other work as required to complete the primary purpose of the position. Job Requirements Qualifications : 2+ years of basic payroll experience 1-year experience processing payrolls across multi-states Experience with a demonstration of time keeping and attendance tracking systems Strong working knowledge of payroll taxes, regulatory reporting requirements and applicable wage & hour laws Preferred Prior Experience: Experience with Workday Payroll Ability to demonstrate a solid working knowledge of a GL Fundamental Payroll Certification or Certified Payroll Professional ( FPC /CPP) Required Technology: Intermediate Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office Suite Workday Payroll, Absence and Time Tracking Platforms