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Payroll Analyst roles are a strong fit for F-1 OPT students with degrees in accounting, finance, or human resources. Most positions qualify as specialty occupations, supporting both STEM OPT extensions and H-1B visa sponsorship. Employers in this field routinely hire international candidates and are familiar with OPT work authorization requirements.
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Is a member of the Trinity Health payroll shared services team. Supports all functional areas of payroll. Works closely with Payroll Managers/Representatives of Regional Health Ministries to ensure accuracy of all aspects of employee payroll processing and information, ensuring compliance with Federal and State Regulations. Maintains a high degree of confidentiality for all payroll and human resource information.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
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Knows, understands, incorporates, and demonstrates the Trinity Health Mission, Vision, and Values in behaviors, practices, and decisions.
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Maintains accurate procedures in compliance with all Federal and State Regulations to analyze and monitor all payroll functions including tax setup/withholding, banking, garnishment, and general processing.
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Responsibility for supporting relationships with contracted vendors and internal Trinity Health departments for regular auditing, implementing procedures, and ensuring accurate payroll withholdings, processing, and payments.
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Reviews and balances payroll tax information and completes payroll tax reports. This will include tax payments and tax reporting in a multi-state environment. Keeps current with payroll tax laws to ensure tax information and employee earnings and tax data are accurate. Knows and understands wage and hour issues.
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Ensuring all aspects of the payroll cycle, including tax, benefits, wage attachment, banking etc. are processed, reconciled, audited, and transmitted accurately and timely.
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Completes quarter end and year end payroll activities and assists RHM Payroll Managers to ensure compliance and accuracy.
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Runs reports and performs audits in support of ensuring accurate data.
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Loads EIBs to make employment records adjustments as appropriate to ensure accurate payroll processing.
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Supports the payroll production process.
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Maintains confidentiality of all payroll and human resources information.
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Participates and takes responsibility for special projects related to system enhancements and quality improvements. Assists in the coordination of policy and procedure implementation.
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Maintains a working knowledge of applicable Federal, State, and local laws/regulations; the Trinity Health Integrity and Compliance Program and Code of Conduct; as well as other policies and procedures to ensure adherence in a manner that reflects honest, ethical, and professional behavior.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Associate's degree with major coursework in bookkeeping, accounting or related field and three (3) to five (5) years of comprehensive knowledge and progressively responsible payroll experience in a multi-entity and multi-state organization handling payroll and payroll processes, payroll tax and state reciprocity rules, garnishments, payroll related regulatory compliance including the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), banking ACH/settlement, and internal controls for the payroll cycle or an equivalent combination of education and related work experience.
Must work well in a team environment and have good oral and written communication skills and be comfortable communicating with all levels of the organization.
Must possess strong analytical skills and have the ability to develop appropriate methodologies for collecting, summarizing, analyzing, and evaluating data.
Must be detail oriented and able to meet established deadlines. Excellent follow through is required.
Must possess strong personal computer skills, particularly Excel. Experience with Workday, Kronos timekeeping and ADP tax services is preferred.
Must have a demonstrated understanding of the principles of accounting.
Must possess a high degree of professionalism and customer focus as well as the ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality.
Must be a highly motivated self-starter with the ability to exercise good judgment, tact and diplomacy.
Must be comfortable operating in a collaborative, shared leadership environment.
Must have a personal presence that is characterized by a sense of honesty, integrity, and caring as well as the ability to inspire and motivate others to promote the philosophy, mission, vision goals and values of Trinity Health.
PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
Must be able to set and organize own work priorities and adapt to them as they change frequently. Must be able to work concurrently on a variety of tasks/projects in an environment that may be stressful with individuals having diverse personalities and work styles.
May need to travel to the various Trinity Health sites (less than 20%) as needed.
Must possess the ability to comply with Trinity Health policies and procedures.
Overtime may be required during peak periods.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties so assigned.
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Payroll Analyst
Target employers with established payroll departments
Large companies with dedicated payroll teams are more likely to have HR infrastructure that understands OPT authorization. Mid-to-large employers in healthcare, finance, and manufacturing hire payroll analysts regularly and are familiar with work authorization paperwork.
Highlight your payroll software proficiency
Employers sponsoring OPT candidates want to minimize onboarding risk. Listing specific systems like Workday, ADP, or Ceridian on your resume signals immediate productivity and reduces hesitation about the administrative steps involved in hiring an international candidate.
Confirm your STEM OPT eligibility before applying
Payroll Analyst roles under accounting or information systems degree programs often qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension. Confirming eligibility before interviews lets you tell employers you have up to three years of work authorization without H-1B visa sponsorship.
Address OPT authorization proactively in applications
Many payroll employers screen out candidates they assume require immediate visa sponsorship. Clarifying that OPT is employer-authorized work, not a sponsored visa, removes a common objection early and keeps your application moving through the hiring process.
Pursue certifications that signal long-term commitment
The Fundamental Payroll Certification or Certified Payroll Professional credential demonstrates professional investment in the field. For OPT candidates, certifications also strengthen future H-1B petitions by supporting the specialty occupation argument for payroll roles.
Focus your search on companies already filing H-1B petitions
Employers who have previously sponsored H-1B workers for payroll or finance roles are more likely to extend that support to OPT candidates. Use Migrate Mate to find payroll analyst openings at companies with a documented history of sponsoring international professionals.
Payroll Analyst OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Payroll Analyst role qualify as a specialty occupation for OPT and H-1B purposes?
Payroll Analyst positions typically qualify as specialty occupations when the employer requires a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, human resources, or a related field. The key factor is whether the job description specifies a degree requirement in a particular discipline. Roles that accept any degree regardless of field are less likely to qualify. Review the job posting carefully before applying.
Can I work as a Payroll Analyst on STEM OPT?
Yes, if your degree is in a STEM-designated field such as accounting information systems, management information systems, or applied mathematics, your Payroll Analyst role may qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension. Standard accounting degrees are not always STEM-designated, so confirm your specific program's classification with your DSO before assuming STEM eligibility.
How do I find Payroll Analyst jobs that sponsor OPT students?
Migrate Mate is designed specifically for F-1 OPT students and filters job listings by employers open to sponsoring international candidates. Browsing Payroll Analyst roles on Migrate Mate surfaces employers who have already indicated willingness to work with OPT authorization, saving you from applying to companies that will screen you out at the authorization question.
What should I say when a Payroll Analyst employer asks about my visa status?
Be direct and clear. Explain that you hold F-1 OPT authorization, which allows you to work full time for any employer in a role related to your degree for up to 12 months, with a potential 24-month STEM extension. Emphasize that OPT does not require the employer to file any petition upfront, distinguishing it from H-1B sponsorship, which involves USCIS filing fees and lottery selection.
What happens to my Payroll Analyst job if my OPT expires before H-1B approval?
If your employer files an H-1B petition before your OPT expires and your OPT EAD is still valid on April 1, the cap-gap rule automatically extends your work authorization through September 30 of that year. This allows you to continue working as a Payroll Analyst without interruption while USCIS processes the petition. Confirm the timing with your DSO well before your EAD expiration date.