Senior Payroll Analyst

The Senior Payroll Analyst is responsible for accurate and timely processing of payroll for 2,800+ employees across seven pay groups, including payroll entries, payroll tax review and analysis, payroll reporting, and timely, customer-focused support for employee inquiries. Career Growth Opportunities With a growing network of brands across North America, Flow Control Group provides opportunities for advancement, cross-functional experience, mentorship, and professional development in a supportive environment where your contributions make an impact.

About Us:

Flow Control Group (FCG) is a leading provider of fluid handling, process, and industrial automation solutions across North America. We are a 100% employee-owned organization made up of over 3,000 team members and 115+ entrepreneurial brands, each empowered to think big, move fast, and bring innovative ideas to life.

At FCG, we believe in the power of partnership and entrepreneurship. We work collaboratively across our brands to drive growth, unlock new opportunities, and deliver real impact for our customers, combining local expertise with national strength.

Visit our Website: flowcontrolgroup.com

Job Description:

Summary

The Senior Payroll Analyst is responsible for accurate and timely processing of payroll for 2,800+ employees across seven pay groups, including payroll entries, payroll tax review and analysis, payroll reporting, and timely, customer-focused support for employee inquiries. The position also performs complex payroll reconciliations, resolves discrepancies, monitors compliance, and identifies opportunities to improve payroll processes and internal controls. This position is on-site at our Charlotte, NC office.

Essential Functions

• Process full-cycle payroll for seven pay groups on weekly, bi-weekly, and semi-monthly schedules, ensuring accurate and timely processing of new hires, employee changes, transfers, promotions, and terminations.
• Audit and reconcile payroll data, including earnings, deductions, taxes, benefits, and payroll registers; investigate and independently resolve complex discrepancies.
• Partner with Accounting and Finance to reconcile payroll-related general ledger data and reports, research variances, and support accurate financial reporting.
• Prepare recurring payroll reports and respond to ad hoc data requests from Accounting, Human Resources, Tax, Finance, and management; analyze trends and variances to support decision-making.
• Provide timely, customer-focused support to employees and management on payroll inquiries and serve as a liaison with Human Resources, Accounting, Operations, and other departments.
• Maintain accurate payroll system records for wages, benefits, sick time, and vacation balances in accordance with company policies.
• Monitor federal, state, and local payroll tax and wage-and-hour requirements; ensure payroll practices comply with applicable regulations and company policies.
• Evaluate payroll procedures, reporting, and internal controls; recommend and implement process and system improvements to enhance accuracy and efficiency.
• Develop and maintain payroll process documentation and training materials; serve as a payroll subject matter expert and provide guidance to team members and cross-functional partners.
• Support quarter-end and year-end payroll activities, including W-2 review and adjustments, tax reconciliations, regulatory reporting, and internal or external audits.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Education and Experience

• At least five years of progressive experience processing high-volume, multi-state payroll.
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or comparable experience.
• Experience with payroll taxes at federal, state, and local levels and knowledge of applicable payroll compliance requirements.
• Demonstrated experience with payroll audits, reconciliations, and complex discrepancy resolution.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including formulas, pivot tables, and data analysis.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and a customer-focused approach.
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, organizational, and attention-to-detail skills.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize competing deadlines, and exercise sound judgment in a high-volume environment.
• Experience using payroll systems and reporting tools.

Preferred Experience

• Previous Ceridian Dayforce experience preferred but not required.
• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) certification.
• Experience improving payroll processes, reporting, or system functionality.

 

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Why Build a Career with Us?

 

Everyone’s an Owner of the Company Because every team member contributes to Flow Control Group’s success, employees share in that success through a broad-based ownership program available across our portfolio companies.

 

Competitive Benefits Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage, competitive 401(k) matching, paid time off, holidays, parental leave, wellness resources, and employee referral programs.

 

The Climb Financial Program Your financial wellbeing matters. Through Flow Control Group’s Climb Financial Program, employees have access to tools and resources designed to support both immediate needs and long-term goals. Programs may include emergency assistance funds, earned wage access, financial coaching, low-cost loan options, retirement planning resources, and opportunities to build long-term wealth through employee ownership.

 

Training & Development FCG University is available to all employees, offering access to more than 80,000 learning courses to help you build new skills and advance your career.

 

Career Growth Opportunities With a growing network of brands across North America, Flow Control Group provides opportunities for advancement, cross-functional experience, mentorship, and professional development in a supportive environment where your contributions make an impact.

 

Equal Opportunity Employer Flow Control Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or any other legally protected status.