Payroll Analyst, Quality Assurance

Job Description

The Payroll Analyst Quality Assurance primary responsibilities are assisting with payroll training, policies, procedures, systems support regarding the payroll/timekeeping systems and onboarding new communities and validating system integrity. Assist management with other payroll related auditing, processing, and/or reporting. Acts as Payroll Liaison with inter department projects.

Experience is Everything.

At LCS, experience is everything. We provide you the opportunity to use your talents in a progressive, growing organization that makes a positive difference in the lives of the seniors we serve. If you are seeking an organization that gives back, you'll love working here. Our principles and hospitality promises define our company culture. LCS employees can be found participating in volunteer activities, getting involved in our committees or collaborating with team members in our innovative workspace. You'll find several opportunities to grow as a professional, serve the community, and enhance the lives of seniors.

What You'll Do:

• Responsible for the processing of bi-weekly retirement community payroll(s).
• Responsible for the submitting weekly, monthly, and quarterly tax files to ADP for community payrolls.
• Maintain federal, state, and local payroll tax records. Submit federal, state, and local tax files to ADP. Assist in reconciling tax accounts, annual reports, and other tax requirements.
• Understand and administer company policies relating to payroll compliance adhering the federal, state, and local regulations. Assist in designing, implementing, maintaining payroll processing tools and participating in QA committee meetings
• Audit employee data and various Payroll related Reports, Reconciliations, and Worksheets. Designing and implementing auditing processes for payroll department. Tracking all Audit finds and reviewing them with managers
• Assists in third party system implementations providing ongoing support.
• Works with IT support on systems issues. Organizing periodic testing of system updates/upgrades.
• Works with other departments on pay-related issues.
• Provides management, employees, and HR with information as requested.
• Provide backup assistance to entire payroll team as needed.

What We're Looking For:

• Minimum associate degree in accounting and/or related experience.
• 4-6 years of payroll experience in a complex multi-state organization.
• CPP certification required (may attain credential within 2 years of employment)
• Knowledge of payroll laws and tax reporting regulations required.
• Experience with Oracle HCM Cloud system.
• Experience with timekeeping systems.
• Must be proficient in Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to handle and prioritize multiple tasks to meet all deadlines.
• Ability to maintain high level of confidentiality with sensitive information.
• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills and strong customer service skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills with a high level of attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work with little supervision, taking initiative in tasks that need to be done and using good judgment in making routine decisions.

Why Join Us?

Industry Leader.

Inclusive & collaborative culture.

Top Workplace USA.

Top Workplace Iowa.

Charity and community involvement.

Outstanding advancement opportunities.

Ongoing career development.

Benefits

Competitive pay, great benefits and vacation time. We are an equal opportunity employer with benefits including medical, dental, life insurance, disability, 401(K) with company match and paid parental leave.

Our Commitment

LCS creates living experiences that enhance the lives of seniors. You'll see this commitment in our people. They're talented, dedicated professionals who truly care about residents, with each conducting his or her work with integrity, honesty and transparency according to the principles of LCS. We strive to help every community succeedstrengthening available resources, establishing proven practices that lead to long-term growth and value for those living in, working for and affiliated with the community.

Additional Information

Travel frequency: 0-10%

Estimated Salary: $66,000 - $82,000

The actual title & salary will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and other relevant factors.

A POST-OFFER BACKGROUND CHECK, INCLUDING REFERENCES IS REQUIRED.

LCS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.