Senior Payroll Analyst

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Chicago, IL
Hybrid
67K-113K Annually
Senior level
Cloud • Fintech • Machine Learning • Analytics • Financial Services
We power a network that helps people achieve a brighter financial future.
The Role
The Senior Payroll Analyst is responsible for daily payroll operations, ensuring compliance with legal and corporate policies, coordinating International payroll, maintaining internal controls, and leading payroll-related projects. They also assist in balancing payroll accounts and managing vendor relationships.
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Discover. A brighter future.
With us, you'll do meaningful work from Day 1. Our collaborative culture is built on three core behaviors: We Play to Win, We Get Better Every Day & We Succeed Together. And we mean it - we want you to grow and make a difference at one of the world's leading digital banking and payments companies. We value what makes you unique so that you have an opportunity to shine.
Come build your future, while being the reason millions of people find a brighter financial future with Discover.
Job Description:
What You'll Do
Responsible for providing day-to-day operations support for the delivery of payroll. Supports the coordination and processing of payroll. Responsible for supporting the Payroll team in the coordination and monitoring of all US payroll tax withholdings and filings as well as assisting the Finance Team with balancing the payroll general ledger accounts. Creates and maintains all payroll process documentation and controls to ensure compliance with corporate policies as well as legal requirements.
How You'll Do It

  • Coordinates and oversees the processing of Domestic/International payroll. Creates and maintains all process documentation ensuring that all processes, procedures, and validations are consistent across all Domestic/International locations.
  • Maintains internal controls and provides support for audits to ensure compliance with policies/procedures as well as Legal requirements. Researches and resolves issues in a timely fashion.
  • Submits accurate and timely funding of International payroll liabilities and prepare monthly GL file for all international payroll liabilities.
  • Oversees year-end reconciliation and reporting for all Domestic/International locations.
  • Manages vendor relationship between third party providers and responds to notifications from third party provider and/or tax authority.
  • Leads Domestic/International payroll related projects with limited supervision ensuring all new locations are setup timely and in compliance with local laws and regulations.


Qualifications You'll Need
The Basics

  • Associates Finance
  • 4+ years Payroll Processing


Physical and Cognitive Requirements
The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable a qualified individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position as required by federal, state, and local laws:

  • Primarily remain in a stationary position.
  • Occasionally move about the work environment to complete the major responsibilities of the job.
  • Ability to transport physical objects up to 10 pounds (5 kg).
  • Primarily performed indoors in an office setting.
  • Ability to operate office equipment such as but not limited to computer, telephone, printer, and calculator.


Bonus Points If You Have

  • 4+ years Human Resources
  • Professional Certified Payroll Professional (CPP)


Discover will not sponsor or transfer employment work visas for this position. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
Application Deadline:
The application window for this position is anticipated to close on Feb-03-2025. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible. The posting may be available past this date, but it is not guaranteed.
Compensation:
The base pay for this position generally ranges between $67,000.00 to $113,000.00. Additional incentives may be provided as part of a market competitive total compensation package. Factors, such as but not limited to, geographical location, relevant experience, education, and skill level may impact the pay for this position.
Benefits:
We also offer a range of benefits and programs based on eligibility. These benefits include:

  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Paid Time Off
  • 401(k) Plan
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, & Health Savings Account
  • STD, Life, LTD and AD&D
  • Recognition Program
  • Education Assistance
  • Commuter Benefits
  • Family Support Programs
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan


Learn more at mydiscoverbenefits.com .
What are you waiting for? Apply today!
All Discover employees place our customers at the very center of our work. To deliver on our promises to our customers, each of us contribute every day to a culture that values compliance and risk management.
Discover is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Discover is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other legally protected status. (Know Your Rights & Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision)
Discover complies with federal, state, and local laws applicable to qualified individuals with disabilities and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations. If you require a reasonable accommodation to search for a position, to complete an application, and/or to participate in an interview, please email [email protected] . Any information you provide regarding your accommodation needs will be kept confidential and will only be used to determine and provide necessary accommodation.
At Discover, we are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable workplace through our Fair Chance Hiring practices. Fair Chance Hiring means that we base our hiring decisions on an applicant's qualifications rather than their criminal record. All our positions are subject to Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act. Our applicants go through a background check, and we follow all applicable local laws, including the Los Angelas County Fair Chance Hiring Ordinance ( LA County Fair Chance ).
Applicants must be 18 or older at the time of hire.

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