Payroll Analyst (Temp)

Established in 1919 and traded on the NYSE, Standard Motor Products, Inc. (SMP) is a leading independent manufacturer and distributor of premium automotive replacement parts utilized in the maintenance, repair, and service of vehicles in the automotive aftermarket. Additionally, SMP provides customized solutions for vehicle control and thermal management products in diversified end markets represented by its Engineered Solutions segment.

Globally, SMP employs over 6,000 employees across nearly 40 manufacturing, distribution, and engineering facilities and offices located in North America, Europe and Asia. SMP sells its products primarily to automotive aftermarket retailers, program distribution groups, warehouse distributors, original equipment manufacturers, and original equipment service part operations in the United States, Canada, Europe, Asia, Mexico, and other Latin American countries.

Payroll Analyst (Temporary)

Job Description

• Support the processing of weekly, bi-weekly, and semi-monthly payroll cycles, ensuring accuracy and compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Assist with wage garnishment administration, including responding to inquiries and uploading files for payroll processing.
• Manage employment verification requests and route documentation to the appropriate departments.
• Monitor employee address changes in Dayforce and maintain jurisdiction tracking records as needed.
• Perform payroll audits and maintain payroll reconciliation spreadsheets on a weekly basis.
• Research and resolve payroll discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Support payroll-related special projects, including data audits, process documentation, system testing, reporting, compliance reviews, and year-end activities.
• Collaborate with HR, Benefits, Finance, and other internal stakeholders to support payroll initiatives and process improvements.
• Perform additional payroll and administrative duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Skills

• Experience with Dayforce payroll software strongly preferred.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including VLOOKUP, XLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, conditional formatting, and data analysis.
• Strong understanding of payroll laws, regulations, and multi-state payroll practices.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and safeguard sensitive employee and payroll information.
• Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Education

Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Human Resources, or a related field preferred.

Experience

• Minimum of 2-3 years of payroll processing experience in a multi-state, multi-location organization.
• Experience performing payroll reconciliations, audits, and issue resolution required.
• Experience supporting payroll-related projects, system implementations, process improvements, or data validation efforts preferred.
• Dayforce experience preferred.

The estimated hourly range for this position is $35-40/hr.

Please note that the salary range provided on the job posting does not include potential bonuses and other forms of compensation and, in some cases, may fall outside the range. The actual salary offered will be based on a wide range of factors, including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and where applicable, licensure or certification obtained.

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Standard Motor Products is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.