Accounting & Finance

Payroll Analyst

Clarity Recruiting

Chicago · Illinois · United States

Our client, a leading global wealth management firm, is seeking a Sr. Payroll Analyst to support multi-country payroll operations across a growing organization. The team is looking for someone with Workday Payroll experience, payroll tax compliance and multi-jurisdictional payroll processing experience, and Canada payroll exposure.


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• Location: Hybrid (3 days/week onsite)

• Hours: Full-Time


Key Responsibilities:

• Support payroll operations across multiple regions including the US and Canada

• Process semi-monthly payroll for salaried and hourly employees using Workday and ADP

• Ensure payroll data is accurate, compliant, and processed on time

• Partner with HR, Finance, and external payroll vendors to support day-to-day payroll operations

• Assist with payroll audits, reconciliations, and compliance reporting requirements

• Support year-end payroll activities including tax documentation and payroll reconciliations

• Maintain payroll records and assist with payroll account reconciliations to the general ledger

• Research and resolve payroll discrepancies, employee inquiries, and escalated payroll issues

• Assist with payroll support related to acquisitions, onboarding, and organizational changes

• Support process improvements and operational efficiencies within the payroll function

• Ensure compliance with payroll regulations, tax requirements, and company policies

• Maintain confidentiality and accuracy when handling sensitive employee payroll data


Ideal Background:

• 3+ years of payroll experience within mid-size or large organizations

• Strong experience processing end-to-end US payroll across multiple states xhqgsiq

• Exposure to Canadian payroll and international payroll operations preferred

• Hands-on experience with Workday HRIS and ADP payroll systems

• Strong understanding of payroll tax, compliance, and payroll reporting requirements

• Excellent attention to detail, organization, and problem-solving skills

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

• Strong communication and collaboration skills across internal stakeholders and vendors

• Experience supporting payroll during organizational growth or transitions preferred

Reference: WJ-3131_4693682

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