Description

The Sr. Payroll Analyst position is responsible for entering Payroll-impacting forms into SAP (Direct Deposits, W4s, etc.), processing weekly offcycle payrolls and payroll deductions (e.g., union dues, work boots) and assists with customer service regarding paycheck issues. The analyst will also complete various payroll data and time audits to ensure payroll accuracy and SOX compliance, manages the AP vendor master maintenance process, orders departmental supplies. The position will be responsible for applying Union Labor contract rules during the calculation of gross payroll, monitoring system controls to ensure compliance with union contracts, and testing/implementing system changes to support Union payroll. The analyst will also serve as a backup to other payroll functions, provide critical analysis and testing for projects, enhancements, and system implementations, and query data for the various data requests received.

Accountabilities

• Manages all AP vendor master maintenance including creation of new vendors and changes to existing vendors.
• Orders and manages office supplies for the entire floor.
• Queries and analyzes data for legal and claims requests.
• Analyzes system issues including finding root causes, and testing system enhancements, changes, and fixes.
• Audits gross pay calculations in Timekeeping system to ensure compliance with Union Labor contract rules.
• Administers and maintains Timekeeping system controls.
• Tests/implements system changes to support Union payroll in the Timekeeping system.
• Monitors Union employee position data and interfaces to ensure accurate pay calculations.
• Provides analysis and testing and serves as a department backup during system replacement or enhancement projects.
• Performs payroll calculations in SAP on a daily basis.
• Ensures accurate entry of W4 forms and direct deposit information into SAP, as well as the processing of other deductions.
• Acts as point of contact for management and union employees, KCS Human Resources, various unions and banks on a daily basis.
• Completes various timely payroll data audits to ensure payroll accuracy and SOX compliance.
• Provides back-up to other payroll functions as needed, including taxes, garnishments, deductions/benefits, and payroll processing.
• Works to continuously improve Payroll processes and ensure SOX compliance.
• Performs ad hoc reporting, analysis and special projects.
• Exemplifies KCS Vision, Values, and Culture interactions with coworkers, business partners, customers and stakeholders.

Ideal Candidate Qualifications:

Required

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college, preferably in a job related major field of study
• Minimum five (5) years of relevant professional experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Microsoft Office Proficiency

Preferred

• Payroll experience, union payroll preferred
• CPA, FPC (Fundamental Payroll Certification) or CPP (Certified Payroll Professional)
• SAP or automated Payroll processing experience
• Railroad payroll industry experience
• Analysis and critical thinking experience in testing system enhancements, upgrades, and break fixes.
• Business Objects and SAP query skills
• Advanced Excel skills

Working Conditions

• This position has a regular full time schedule with a normal work week of Monday through Friday. There may be a need for occasional work after hours or weekends.
• This position may require minimal travel up to 10% of the time.

We Offer:

• Complete health and welfare benefits package
• Competitive salary
• Incentive plan
• Railroad Retirement benefits
• 401k savings
• Leave/vacation plan

EEO Statement

We value a culturally diverse workforce and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer while providing reasonable accommodations for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable law.

Company Overview

In 1887, Arthur Stilwell constructed a north-south railroad while others were heading east and west, setting the tone for a century-old legacy of outstanding vision; entrepreneurial spirit; resilience in the face of adversity; and, willingness to challenge conventional wisdom. Building on that legacy, our culture is further defined by a new vision for the future and a core set of values - Safety, Customer Focus, Communication, Teamwork, Initiative & Innovation, and Diversity & Civility. We believe that the way we do business is as important as the business we do.

In addition to a culture that allows employees to thrive, we encourage resourcefulness with an award, recognizing employees who see a problem (or opportunity), find a solution, and use whatever authority and resources are available to get a job done well - accomplishing what was previously thought could not be done.

If you want to do work that is creative and strategic, be heard, grow professionally, be valued by your employer, and know that you are making an important contribution to an essential industry, a global supply chain, and the larger economy, Kansas City Southern may be the place for you.