Lead Payroll Analyst

Company: Sentry Insurance
Location: Stevens Point
Posted on: April 10, 2025

Job Description:

We're seeking an experienced, detail-oriented payroll professional with technical aptitude and a leader mindset to join the Payroll team as a Lead Payroll Analyst. The Lead Payroll Analyst is an essential member of the Payroll Team and performs a broad range of duties to help ensure the timely and accurate delivery of payroll to our employees.What You'll DoAs a Lead Payroll Analyst you will:

• Oversee and coordinate payroll administration in accordance with all agreements and compliance requirements to ensure associates are paid timely and accurately with appropriate deductions applied.
• Develop, evaluate, and maintain procedures for processing payroll to ensure detection of errors and compliance with the IRS, court orders, and generally accepted accounting procedures.
• Administer executive payroll including payroll taxes, general ledger journal entries, and regulatory compliance activities.
• Maintain audit procedures and participate in pre- and post-payroll auditing and troubleshooting to identify issues and implement corrective actions.
• Lead and provide guidance on the annual payroll tax budget, processing and filings to the IRS, state and local authorities Collaborate with finance to coordinate annual filings of compensation.
• Lead and provide guidance in the recording, monitoring and reporting of all payroll related accounts including salary expenses and withholding for taxes, benefits, retirement contributions, and garnishment payments.
• Maintain the Sentry travel expense policy and oversees the approvals for the travel expense reporting process.Additionally, you will:
  • Oversee payroll issues, including researching and resolving payroll problems, processing manual pay adjustments and answering payroll related questions.
  • Works with internal and external auditors during audit processes throughout the year providing documents, reports and other payroll related credentials upon request.
  • Maintain procedures to ensure adequate documentation of payroll exceptions to ensure compliance.
  • Interpret new legislation impacting payroll and adheres to payroll best practices for the organization.
  • Conduct reviews and analysis of current payroll, benefits and tax procedures to address variances/issues and recommend and implement process improvements.
  • Collaborate extensively with finance, other human resources areas and IT.
  • Research and become a subject matter expert on Sentry payroll system features and functionality.
  • Perform other job-related duties as assigned from time to timeWhat it Takes
    • Bachelor's degree in financial services or equivalent work experience
    • Minimum 5 years related work experience
    • Ability to maintain strict confidentiality of all company pay and benefits data. Customer service mindset and comfort in handling high-level executive inquiries
    • Strong accuracy and attention to detail
    • Ability to meet specific deadlines
    • Strong communication and problem-solving skills
    • Workday experience is a plusWhat You'll ReceiveAt Sentry, your total rewards go beyond competitive compensation. Below are some benefits and perks that you'll receive.
      • Sentry is happy to offer flexibility through a scheduled Hybrid work model. Monday and Friday work from home if you choose to, Tuesday through Thursday you'll work in office.
      • As a Sentry associate, you will have an in-office workspace and materials for your home office. In addition to the laptop, you will receive prior to your start, Sentry will provide equipment for your home office.
      • Meal Subsidy available for associates who report to an office.
      • 401(K) plan with a dollar-for-dollar match on your first eight percent, plus immediate vesting to help strengthen your financial future.
      • Continue your education and career development through Sentry University (SentryU) and utilize our Tuition Reimbursement program
      • Generous Paid-Time Off plan for you to enjoy time out of the office as well as Volunteer-Time off
      • Group Medical, Dental, Vision, Life insurance, Parental leave, and our Health and Wellness benefits to encourage a healthy lifestyle.
      • Well-being and Employee Assistance programs
      • Sentry Foundation gift matching program to encourage charitable giving.About SentryWe take great pride in making Forbes' list of America's Best Midsize Employers. A lot of different factors go into that honor, many of which contribute to your job satisfaction.Our bright future is built on a long track record of success. We got our start in 1904 and have been helping businesses succeed and protect their futures ever since. Because of the trust placed in us, we're one of the largest and financially strongest mutual insurance companies in the United States. We're rated A+ by A.M. Best, the industry's leading rating authority.Our headquarters is in Stevens Point, Wisconsin, with offices located throughout the United States. From sales to claims, and information technology to marketing, we enjoy a rewarding and challenging work environment with opportunities for ongoing professional development and growth.Get ready to own your future at Sentry. Opportunities await!Talent Acquisition SpecialistBrianna Tucker...@Sentry.comEqual Employment OpportunitySentry is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy that there be no discrimination in employment based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, age, marital status, or sexual orientation. Associated topics: benefit analyst, benefit specialist, bonus, global compensation, incentive compensation analyst, incentive compensation specialist, insurance, payroll transformation, salary, welfare

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