Payroll Analyst

Company: Associated Electric Cooperative
Location: Springfield
Posted on: May 16, 2022

Job Description:

Discover a POWERful career at Associated Electric! Our organization offers challenging and rewarding work with career development and internal mobility opportunities - all within a family friendly and community centric culture. Our purpose is simple - to provide safe, reliable and affordable energy for our member-owners. At Associated Electric, one of the largest electric cooperatives in the nation, opportunities to gain valuable experience and contribute new ideas in an ever-changing industry are endless.We are currently seeking applicants for a Payroll Analyst in the Human Resources Division located at Headquarters in Springfield, MO. The Payroll Analyst coordinates activities in the payroll function including processing time records, executing accurate payrolls, preparing, and analyzing employer tax filings, maintaining control records for audits, responding to employee inquiries, and maintaining software related to this function. This position interacts with employees, leaders, third-party vendors, and regulatory compliance agencies.We are seeking the following in the qualified candidate:

• A minimum of 10 years previous experience administering payroll is required. Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of wage and hour laws, benefit, and 401K deductions, leave of absence regulations, and federal, state, and local payroll tax laws.
• Minimum of 3 years previous tax compliance and regulatory reporting experience is required.
• Bachelor s degree in accounting, human resources or a related field is preferred.
• Certification as a Payroll Professional is also preferred.
• Demonstrate ability to solve problems through sound compensation principles and excellent mathematical and analytical skills.
• Demonstrate proficient skills in using Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and databases. Demonstrate advanced skills with Excel. Experience with an HRIS is preferred.
• Demonstrate effectiveness and accuracy with detailed work, multitasking, and organization of work and resources.
• Demonstrate excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrate excellent ability to work effectively with others, including the ability to collaborate, advise, persuade, mediate, and confront difficult issues.
• Demonstrate excellent use of judgment and discretion.
• Achieve and maintain a competent level of knowledge of Associated s business and the roles and responsibilities of each of its divisions and locations.As an employer of choice and a certified Great Place to Work, Associated provides employees competitive compensation, 401k with an employer match, health, paid leave for family planning (including adoption), paid disability leave and other benefits. We support employees in their journey to physical, financial, emotional and social well-being and we encourage employees to enjoy time away with Paid Time Off, paid holidays and volunteerism in community events. Associated s culture includes workforce flexibility options with opportunities for personal and professional growth including tuition reimbursement and development planning resources. Come join a team where your talents are appreciated, your voice is heard, and your work has an impact! To learn more and apply for a position, please click "Apply Now" on this page. You will be able to upload additional applicant documents (i.e. resume, cover letter).AECI is fully committed to the concept and practice of equal opportunity and affirmative action in all aspects of employment. Please contact us if you require assistance in filling out an application. Individuals with disabilities should request reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act prior to an appointment. Associated topics: bonus, compensation specialist, incentive compensation consultant, payroll, payroll analyst, payroll consultant, payroll specialist, pension, salary, welfare

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