Payroll Analyst III

Payroll Analyst III

Reynolds American is evolving into a global multi-category business. Our purpose is to create A Better Tomorrow by Building a Smokeless World. To achieve our ambition, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to join us on this journey. Tomorrow can't wait, let's shape it together! Reynolds American has an exciting opportunity for a Payroll Analyst III in Winston-Salem.

The Payroll Analyst III supports accurate and timely operations payroll with a significant focus on benefits-related transactionsincluding retroactive benefitsand serves as a trusted resource for employees and management. This role ensures data accuracy, resolves complex payroll inquiries, and contributes to a positive and compliant payroll experience.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Process bi-weekly operations payroll and support bi-weekly trade and monthly payroll processing, ensuring accurate and timely completion of scheduled and unscheduled payrolls in compliance with established deadlines.
• Maintain accurate employee tax profiles and process updates related to address changes, job transfers, and other employee status changes.
• Enter, review, and monitor payroll transactions; perform pre- and post-processing audits each pay period to ensure data integrity.
• Review, validate, and correct time and attendance entries. Monitor payroll interfaces including benefits, garnishments, and other system inputs and outputs.
• Execute quarterly and annual payroll-related SOX controls and process quarterly factory incentive plan payments.
• Research, resolve, and communicate payroll-related inquiries to employees and management in a timely and professional manner.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to ensure compliant and accurate payroll processing while safeguarding confidential HR and payroll data.
• Train and serve as backup the UKG Time and Attendance system.

What are we looking for?

• Minimum of 2+ years' experience in a corporate environment supporting 5,000+ exempt and non-exempt employees.
• Experience with SAP Payroll, including Employee Central (EC) Payroll, preferred.
• Working knowledge of timekeeping systems, UKG experience preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Strong technical aptitude with the ability to understand data flow and system integrations.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with experience working directly with employees and external service providers.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience required; payroll certification (FPC or CPP) preferred.
• Proven experience processing multi-state, multi-FEIN payrolls, including knowledge of state tax requirements and reciprocal agreements.

Beneficial:

• Proven ability to lead and sustain continuous process improvement initiatives
• Hands-on experience with employee benefits administration, including pre-tax and post-tax deductions and retroactive benefit processing

At Reynolds American, we are committed to our Purpose of creating A Better Tomorrow. This is what drives our people and our passion for innovation.

See what is possible for you at REYNOLDS AMERICAN.

Collaboration and teamwork underpin everything we do here at Reynolds American. We know that collaborating with colleagues is what makes us stronger and best prepared to meet our business goals.

Salary and benefits overview:

Benefit Information

The following is a general summary of the competitive compensation and benefit plans we offer:

• 401(k) plan that offers opportunity to save on pre- and post-tax basis up to 50 percent of eligible compensation.
• Company matches 100 percent of employee pre-tax/Roth (401k) contributions up to six percent.
• Company contributes an additional three percent to 401(k) whether employee participates or not.
• Comprehensive health- and welfare-benefits package (including medical, dental, vision, and prescription drugs).
• Health Savings Account start-up contribution for employees who elect the high deductible health plan.
• Flexible spending accounts for both Health Care and Dependent Care allowing employee to use pre-tax dollars to pay for qualified expenses during the calendar year.
• Employee assistance program offering 8 free counseling sessions, per issue, each calendar year for employees and their dependents.
• Company paid life insurance of 1x annual base pay ($50,000 minimum).
• Company paid accidental death or dismemberment insurance of 2x annual base pay ($50,000 minimum).
• Voluntary insurances offered at group rates: employee and dependent life insurance, AD&D insurance, critical illness, accident coverage, disability buy-up, and auto & home insurance.
• Tuition reimbursement and student loan support.
• Dependent Scholarship Programs.
• Free confidential personal financial counseling service.
• On-site health centers and 24/7 fitness centers at certain company locations.
• A charitable giving matching grants program that enables employees to direct and double their donations to qualifying charitable organizations of their choice.
• Health-care concierge service.
• Volunteer service opportunities.
• Extensive training opportunities.
• Company vehicle for eligible employees.
• Mobile phone allowance for eligible employees.
• Paid Leave:
• Sick and Personal Time (exempt employees may be excused with pay for brief absences; non-exempt employees receive up to 6 days).
• Vacation (levels Below Senior Director receive 15 days (pro-rated during first year of service); Senior Director and Officers receive 25 days (pro-rated during first year of service)).
• Holidays (Nine company recognized and two annual personal holidays to be used at the employee's discretion).
• Paid Parental Leave + temporary reduced work schedule opportunity.
• Funeral Leave.
• Short-Term Disability Leave.
• Long-Term Disability Leave.
• Jury Duty Leave.
• Military Leave.
• Released Time for Children's Education.
• Community Outreach Leave.
• Other paid leave benefits, as required by state or local law.

Your journey with us is not limited by boundaries; it is propelled by your aspirations. Join us at Reynolds American and become a part of an environment that thrives on internal advancement, where your career progression is not just a statement it is a reality. We are eager to build together. Seize the opportunity and own your development; your next chapter starts here.

You will have access to online learning platforms and personalized growth programs to nurture your leadership skills. We prioritize continuous improvement within a transformative environment, preparing for ongoing changes. Our organization offers a level of challenge, responsibility, and creativity for motivated employees who want to grow their careers. We are also committed to valuing different perspectives, experiences, and talents to improve the company's potential for optimally achieving its business objectives! Reynolds American Inc. and its affiliated companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other status protected by law.