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We value the diverse talents and experiences our employees bring to Patterson and believe that they build a stronger and successful organization.\nJob Summary\nThe Payroll Analyst is responsible for the timely and accurate processing of payroll obligations, including but not limited to, tax registrations & filings, documentation, vendor relationships, audits, reconciliations, and issue remediation.\nEssential Functions\nRespond to notices and inquiries from agencies with clarity and professionalism, maintaining trust and ensuring timely resolution of issues\nEnsure payroll activities comply with federal, state, and local regulations, maintaining up-to-date knowledge of applicable laws and internal policies reducing risk of penalties and ensuring full compliance\nEvaluate current payroll processes to identify inefficiencies and recommends improvements that enhance operational effectiveness and data accuracy\nCollaborates cross-functionally to ensure payroll data integrity across systems, reducing manual corrections and improving reporting accuracy\nImplement approved system and process enhancements to streamline payroll operations and reduce manual errors; create and maintain Payroll documents and procedures\nPrepare and deliver detailed payroll reports to stakeholders, to support business initiatives, financial analysis and decision-making; review reports periodically to ensure accurate reporting\nProvide escalation support to Payroll Coordinators on complex Payroll transactions and employee inquiries in a timely and professional manner, ensuring high levels of service and satisfaction; may provide mentorship to Payroll Coordinators\nAssist with internal and external audits and reconciliation for payroll related taxes and activities; review and resolve any discrepancies timely\nMonitors employee deductions and disbursements to ensure proper compliance\nMaintains complete and accurate documentation for all payroll transactions, ensuring audit readiness and compliance\n\nPayroll Tax Analyst\nMaintain and update company and employee tax setups across systems and relevant agency websites to ensure accuracy, compliance, and proper registration and setup at the state and local levels\nEnsures that all reporting, including taxes, are completed accurately and timely payroll tax returns, minimizing exposure to interest or fines\nComply with Company and department policies and standards; performs other duties as assigned\nMinimum Requirements\nAssociate's Degree in Finance, Accounting, or Human Resources or equivalent education and/or experience \n5 years of multi-state payroll experience \n Payroll Tax Analyst: 1 year Payroll Tax experience with multiple states & legal entities \nPreferred Requirements\nBachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, or Human Resources or equivalent education and/or experience \n1 year Workday Payroll experience \nSkills and Abilities\nStrong time management and prioritization abilities \nEffective communicator, able to partner cross-functionally to gather and disseminate information \nAble to independently research and resolve issues that may span multiple systems, departments, companies, and/or agencies \nDeep operational and technical payroll knowledge, including local taxes and tax reciprocity rules and regulations \nProficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel \n Physical and Cognitive Demands\nCommunicate/Hearing Frequently\nCommunicate/Talking Frequently\nLearn New Tasks or Concepts Frequently\nMake Timely Decisions in the Context of a Workflow Frequently\nComplete Tasks Independently Constantly\nMaintain Focus Constantly\nRemember Processes & Procedures Constantly\nStationary Position (Seated) Constantly\nVision Constantly\nHand/Eye Coordination Occasionally\nBend Rarely\nComplete Tasks in a Noisy Environment Rarely\nFeeling/Grasping/Handling Rarely\nMove/Traverse Rarely\nRepetitive Motions Rarely\nWorking Environment\nEnvironmental Conditions\nOffice: This position operates in a hybrid environment. 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