Payroll Compliance Analyst

Express is hiring a detail-obsessed Payroll Compliance Analyst to run full-cycle payroll, steward tax obligations, and uphold strict regulatory standards for a diverse workforce. If accuracy, confidentiality, and service are your trademarks, we want to hear from you.

Compensation

$44,000.00 – $50,000.00 annually

A Day in This Role

• Run end-to-end payroll for hourly and salaried employees, from pre-processing to final confirmation.
• Maintain pristine employee records by entering and auditing new hires, exits, pay changes, and direct deposit updates.
• Validate time data by reviewing digital timesheets, fixing exceptions, and ensuring accurate wage calculations.
• Administer deductions including voluntary benefits, 401(k) contributions, and court-ordered garnishments.
• Manage payroll taxation by calculating and filing federal, multi-state, and local taxes in alignment with applicable laws.
• Produce reporting such as internal payroll metrics, monthly payroll-related journal entries, and year-end outputs like W-2s and tax documents.
• Audit systems and records through routine database checks and by preparing documentation for external corporate auditors.
• Support employees by resolving questions on pay distribution, withholding elections, and benefit-related payouts.

Tools & Systems You May Use

• Workday, ADP, Paychex, Gusto, or QuickBooks Payroll
• Microsoft Excel (advanced), plus database administration tools
• General financial accounting systems for journal entry posting and reconciliations

What You’ll Bring

• Certification: CPP, Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC), or NACPB Certified Payroll Specialist (CPS)
• Regulatory fluency: in-depth understanding of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), multi-state tax rules, and local labor requirements
• Technical acumen: advanced Excel, strong database skills, and a solid grounding in accounting
• Professionalism: meticulous attention to detail, unwavering confidentiality, and clear written/verbal communication

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (required)
• 2–5 years of focused corporate payroll experience

Ready to keep every cycle clean and compliant? Apply today.