The Payroll Analyst is responsible for the timely and accurate processing of multi-state payroll for 800+ associates across multiple entities and locations. This position requires ability to perform a large scope of payroll and benefits related activities including auditing, reconciliation, analysis and review.  

The Payroll Analyst must come with excellent customer service and communication skills, with the ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive payroll and benefits data and the ability to take direction, prioritize tasks and maintain confidentiality of sensitive payroll and benefits data. 

 

What You’ll Do:  

 

Payroll Responsibilities: 

Maintain integrity of payroll database by ensuring accurate processing of new hires, status changes, tax updates, etc.  Manage complex employee transfers within payroll system (i.e. accurately process employee transfers between multiple entities and locations)  Ensure proper set up of state tax codes at employee level   Import and reconcile payroll data from timekeeping system for payroll processing  Perform various calculations (e.g. pay adjustments, overtime, PTO balances, etc.)  Process weekly and/or biweekly payrolls reviewing all changes are reflecting correctly  Perform comprehensive audit of biweekly payroll and reconcile results prior to submission  Generate standard and ad hoc payroll reports   Work with large data sets to produce reports and spreadsheets for various stakeholders  Troubleshoot technical issues with payroll and time keeping systems  Respond to employment verifications and unemployment claims  Assist with payroll help desk; Research and respond to employee questions and requests  Maintain payroll records and update payroll documentation as needed  Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll and labor laws  Year-end payroll activities (i.e. W-2 and 1095-C administration)  Coordinate payroll tasks related to property acquisitions and dispositions  Learn new systems and processes as required  Understand and adhere to internal control processes as they relate to payroll  Lead system changes based on company and/or legal requirements  

 

Benefits Administration Responsibilities: 

Assist in benefits enrollment and ensure proper payroll deductions for benefit plans  Support open enrollment activities, including auditing enrollment data and updating associate records.   Address employee benefits-related inquiries, including health insurance, retirement plans, and other benefits offerings  Coordinate with benefits providers and resolve any discrepancies in benefit deductions or coverage  Assist in managing leave of absence policies, including FMLA and disability benefits, ensuring accurate payroll adjustments  Maintain compliance with benefits regulations, including ACA reporting and other federal/state requirements 

 

Skills & Experience Needed:  

Bachelor’s degree preferred; High School Diploma or equivalent required.  Knowledge of standard multi-state payroll practices including California   Knowledge of Canadian Payroll preferred but not required  Minimum of 3 years payroll processing experience   Experience using a HRIS system, preferably Paycom  Ability to work under time constraints  Excellent attention to detail and ability to multitask  Intermediate Excel skills  Excellent written and verbal communication skills  Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy and timeliness with tasks and assignments   Maintain the highest level of confidentiality and protection of all payroll and employee related data/information  

What You'll Get (Peak Perks):

Up to 12 weeks paid parental leave + one year of diapers, on us! Ability to work from anywhere;  achieve optimal work-life balance by eliminating a commute 15 days of PTO + 2 additional "Wellbeing Days" Competitive 401(k) match and competitive benefit package Wellness initiatives, healthy team competitions and virtual yoga classes through Peak's LiveWell program Commitment to leadership training and growth opportunities Additional rewards and recognition 

Who We Are: 

PeakMade Real Estate is an Atlanta-based company that specializes in the management and development of off-campus student housing, multi-family and build to rent communities across the US.  Our working environment is fun, collaborative, forward-thinking and purposeful. 

PeakMade Real Estate is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. 

  

Our Mindsets: 

People Matter Most  Do the Right Thing  Create Moments  Own It  Evolve