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Senior Payroll AnalystJob Description:
NOW HIRING: Senior Payroll Analyst
Compensation: $85,000-$105,000 per year
Job Overview
The Senior Payroll Analyst is responsible for the administration, analysis, auditing, and continuous improvement of payroll operations within a Workday environment. This role serves as a subject matter expert for payroll processes, ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing, compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, and optimization of Workday Payroll functionality. The Senior Payroll Analyst partners closely with HR, Benefits, Finance, Accounting, and HRIS teams to support payroll-related projects, reporting, integrations, system enhancements, and regulatory compliance.
Roles & Responsibilities
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other duties may be assigned.
Payroll Operations
Process and audit weekly, bi-weekly, and off-cycle payrolls to ensure accuracy and compliance.
Review payroll calculations, earnings, deductions, garnishments, taxes, and benefit deductions.
Analyze payroll discrepancies and resolve complex payroll issues in a timely manner.
Compliance & Auditing
Ensure compliance with federal, state, local, and international payroll regulations where applicable.
Coordinate year-end activities including W-2 processing and payroll tax reconciliations.
Support internal and external audits by preparing payroll documentation and reports.
Reporting & Analytics
Develop and maintain Workday payroll reports, dashboards, and analytics.
Reconcile payroll-related general ledger accounts and support accounting close activities.
Generate payroll metrics and ad hoc reporting requests for Finance, HR, and business leaders.
Process Improvement & Projects
Identify opportunities to improve payroll efficiency, automation, and data accuracy.
Document payroll procedures and maintain process documentation.
Lead payroll testing efforts for system updates, tax changes, and new functionality.
Qualification
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.
Education and/or Experience
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
Minimum of 5 years of Workday Payroll experience.
Minimum of 7 years of progressive payroll administration experience.
Or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) certification a plus.
Workday Payroll Certification a plus.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local payroll tax regulations.
Experience processing multi-state payrolls for large employee populations.
Advanced proficiency in Workday Payroll, reporting, and business processes.
Strong analytical, auditing, and reconciliation skills.
Experience supporting payroll-related audits and compliance activities.
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, and data analysis functions.
Supervisory Responsibilities
This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
Physical Demands & Work Environment
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit. The employee is frequently required to walk and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is occasionally required to stand.
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.
Benefits:
SBM offers comprehensive benefit packages. For information about SBM's benefits, please visit SBM's website at:
www.sbmmanagement.com/careers Careers – SBM
SBM Management Services, LP and its affiliates are proud to be equal opportunity workplaces. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, sex, color, ancestry, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, citizenship, age, marital status, disability, gender identity, Veteran status, or other legally protected status.
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Lead Analyst Jobs in Sacramento: Frequently Asked Questions
How many lead analyst jobs are there in Sacramento?
There are 25+ lead analyst openings in Sacramento, California on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. New positions post regularly as Sacramento employers hire.
Which companies hire lead analysts in Sacramento?
Sacramento lead analyst roles are posted by Crowe LLP, KPMG, and Stantec and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote lead analyst jobs in Sacramento?
Yes. About 15% of lead analyst openings tied to Sacramento are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in and around Sacramento.
Which industries hire the most lead analysts in Sacramento?
Sacramento lead analyst roles concentrate in Accounting & Auditing, Consulting & Professional Services, and Investment & Asset Management, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
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