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Team Overview
The Payroll team provides critical operational support to TransUnion by ensuring payroll is processed accurately and timely, performing payroll audits and reconciliations, resolving exceptions, and maintaining appropriate review and approval controls. The team is part of Global Payroll. This role reports to Senior Payroll Manager.

This is a hybrid position and involves regular performance of job responsibilities virtually as well as in-person at an assigned TU office location for a minimum of two days a week.Role Overview and Core Responsibilities
- Provide dedicated internal oversight of payroll tax compliance and serve as a key control within the payroll function.
- Own payroll tax reconciliations and monitor federal, state, and local payroll tax activity to identify and resolve discrepancies.
- Manage payroll tax notices, agency inquiries, filing and payment discrepancies, escalations, and account-related issues through resolution.
- Coordinate with the third-party payroll tax provider regarding tax filings, payments, registrations, and account issues while maintaining internal ownership and oversight.
- Support quarter-end and year-end payroll tax activities to help ensure accurate and timely payroll tax administration.
- Research payroll tax requirements and regulatory changes and support appropriate compliance with applicable requirements.
- Maintain accurate, audit-ready payroll tax documentation and support appropriate internal controls.
- Partner with Payroll, HR, Finance, service providers, and other business stakeholders to resolve payroll tax issues.
- Identify opportunities to improve payroll tax processes while helping reduce compliance and financial risk.
Required Knowledge and Experiences
- 3+ years of payroll tax experience with strong knowledge of U.S. federal, state, and local payroll tax requirements.
- Experience supporting multi-state payroll, including payroll tax reconciliations, tax notices, agency inquiries, and filing and payment discrepancies.
- Experience working with third-party payroll tax providers to support filings, payments, registrations, account issues, and issue resolution.
- Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Ability to develop effective cross-functional relationships with Payroll, HR, Finance, service providers, and other business partners.
Required Technical Skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for payroll tax analysis and reconciliation.
We’re also looking for the preferred skills below. Whether you are proficient or could use some brushing up, we’re happy to support your career development and growth in:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Human Resources, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
- CPP (Certified Payroll Professional) or FPC (Fundamental Payroll Certification) certification.
- Experience working within a large, complex payroll environment.
- Experience supporting quarter-end and year-end payroll tax processes, account registrations and POAs, audit support, and internal controls.
- Experience with dashboards and payroll tax process improvements.
Benefits that support every part of your life:
At TransUnion, we design benefits to help you feel well, do well, and plan well—from day one.
For Your Health : Enjoy day-one eligibility for medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus supplemental plan options. Spousal, domestic partner, and other eligible dependent coverage is available on select plans. Choose tax‑advantaged HSA and FSA accounts to make everyday care more affordable.
For Your Protection : We’ve got your back with company‑paid basic life and AD&D, optional voluntary life and AD&D for you and your family, and short‑ and long‑term disability. You can also opt into a legal plan, pet insurance, and travel accident coverage.
For Your Family : From adoption assistance and fertility planning coverage to caregiver support, we’re here for every chapter. Access Dependent Care FSA for possibility of an employer match, a complimentary Care@Work membership, and up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave with eligibility for a thoughtful, gradual return.
For Your Future : Build toward what’s next with our 401(k) with employer match and Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP). Tap financial wellness resources, career coaching, and optional long‑term care insurance to plan confidently.
For You : Grow and recharge with tuition reimbursement, flexible time off for exempt employees or paid time off for nonexempt employees, up to 12 paid holidays per year, commuter benefits, employee discounts, charitable gift matching, and paid volunteer time off, plus corporate volunteer events that make it easy to give back.
For Your Wellness : Access 24/7 support including professional therapy, coaching, and emotional well‑being programs alongside guided meditation and resources that support physical, mental, social, and financial wellness.
We are committed to being a place where diversity is not only present, it is embraced. As an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability status, veteran status, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law. Additionally, in accordance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974, TransUnion takes affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals with a disability and protected veterans in all levels of employment and develops annual affirmative action plans. Components of TransUnion’s Affirmative Action Program for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are available for review to any associate or applicant for employment upon request by contacting ERCoE@transunion.com .
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable law, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act.
TransUnion complies with all applicable immigration laws and regulations. The Company does not presently provide employer support or sponsorship for an immigration-related employment benefit for this position. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for employer support or sponsorship now or in the future.
Adherence to Company policies, sound judgment and trustworthiness, working safely, communicating respectfully, and safeguarding business operations, confidential and proprietary information, and the Company’s reputation are also essential expectations of this position.
Pay Scale Information:
The U.S. base salary range for this position is $62,000.00 - $90,000.00 annually. *The salary range for this position reflects a reasonable estimate of the range of compensation for this job. At TransUnion, actual compensation is based on careful consideration of additional factors such as (but not limited to) an individual’s education, training, work experience, job-related skill set, location, and industry knowledge, as well as the scope and responsibilities of the position and market considerations. Regular, fulltime non-sales positions may be eligible to participate in TransUnion’s annual bonus plan. Certain positions may be also eligible for long-term incentives and other payments based on applicable company guidance and plan documents.
TransUnion Overview:
At TransUnion, we encourage and are committed to creating a real, positive impact and shared sense of purpose within our Workforce for Good , which empowers our people to grow, innovate and contribute to a better future for our communities and customers. We strive to build an environment where our associates are in the driver’s seat of their professional development— while having access to help along the way. We recognize that success comes when our associates thrive both professionally and personally; that’s why we prioritize work/life flexibility and offer resources for our teams across the globe to collaborate and drive excellence.
Be a part of our Workforce for Good – you’ll work with great people, pioneering products and cutting-edge technology.
TransUnion's Internal Job Title:
Sr Analyst, PayrollCompany:
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Team Overview
The Payroll team provides critical operational support to TransUnion by ensuring payroll is processed accurately and timely, performing payroll audits and reconciliations, resolving exceptions, and maintaining appropriate review and approval controls. The team is part of Global Payroll. This role reports to Senior Payroll Manager.

This is a hybrid position and involves regular performance of job responsibilities virtually as well as in-person at an assigned TU office location for a minimum of two days a week.Role Overview and Core Responsibilities
- Provide dedicated internal oversight of payroll tax compliance and serve as a key control within the payroll function.
- Own payroll tax reconciliations and monitor federal, state, and local payroll tax activity to identify and resolve discrepancies.
- Manage payroll tax notices, agency inquiries, filing and payment discrepancies, escalations, and account-related issues through resolution.
- Coordinate with the third-party payroll tax provider regarding tax filings, payments, registrations, and account issues while maintaining internal ownership and oversight.
- Support quarter-end and year-end payroll tax activities to help ensure accurate and timely payroll tax administration.
- Research payroll tax requirements and regulatory changes and support appropriate compliance with applicable requirements.
- Maintain accurate, audit-ready payroll tax documentation and support appropriate internal controls.
- Partner with Payroll, HR, Finance, service providers, and other business stakeholders to resolve payroll tax issues.
- Identify opportunities to improve payroll tax processes while helping reduce compliance and financial risk.
Required Knowledge and Experiences
- 3+ years of payroll tax experience with strong knowledge of U.S. federal, state, and local payroll tax requirements.
- Experience supporting multi-state payroll, including payroll tax reconciliations, tax notices, agency inquiries, and filing and payment discrepancies.
- Experience working with third-party payroll tax providers to support filings, payments, registrations, account issues, and issue resolution.
- Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Ability to develop effective cross-functional relationships with Payroll, HR, Finance, service providers, and other business partners.
Required Technical Skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for payroll tax analysis and reconciliation.
We’re also looking for the preferred skills below. Whether you are proficient or could use some brushing up, we’re happy to support your career development and growth in:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Human Resources, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
- CPP (Certified Payroll Professional) or FPC (Fundamental Payroll Certification) certification.
- Experience working within a large, complex payroll environment.
- Experience supporting quarter-end and year-end payroll tax processes, account registrations and POAs, audit support, and internal controls.
- Experience with dashboards and payroll tax process improvements.
Benefits that support every part of your life:
At TransUnion, we design benefits to help you feel well, do well, and plan well—from day one.
For Your Health : Enjoy day-one eligibility for medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus supplemental plan options. Spousal, domestic partner, and other eligible dependent coverage is available on select plans. Choose tax‑advantaged HSA and FSA accounts to make everyday care more affordable.
For Your Protection : We’ve got your back with company‑paid basic life and AD&D, optional voluntary life and AD&D for you and your family, and short‑ and long‑term disability. You can also opt into a legal plan, pet insurance, and travel accident coverage.
For Your Family : From adoption assistance and fertility planning coverage to caregiver support, we’re here for every chapter. Access Dependent Care FSA for possibility of an employer match, a complimentary Care@Work membership, and up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave with eligibility for a thoughtful, gradual return.
For Your Future : Build toward what’s next with our 401(k) with employer match and Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP). Tap financial wellness resources, career coaching, and optional long‑term care insurance to plan confidently.
For You : Grow and recharge with tuition reimbursement, flexible time off for exempt employees or paid time off for nonexempt employees, up to 12 paid holidays per year, commuter benefits, employee discounts, charitable gift matching, and paid volunteer time off, plus corporate volunteer events that make it easy to give back.
For Your Wellness : Access 24/7 support including professional therapy, coaching, and emotional well‑being programs alongside guided meditation and resources that support physical, mental, social, and financial wellness.
We are committed to being a place where diversity is not only present, it is embraced. As an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability status, veteran status, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law. Additionally, in accordance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974, TransUnion takes affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals with a disability and protected veterans in all levels of employment and develops annual affirmative action plans. Components of TransUnion’s Affirmative Action Program for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are available for review to any associate or applicant for employment upon request by contacting ERCoE@transunion.com .
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable law, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act.
TransUnion complies with all applicable immigration laws and regulations. The Company does not presently provide employer support or sponsorship for an immigration-related employment benefit for this position. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for employer support or sponsorship now or in the future.
Adherence to Company policies, sound judgment and trustworthiness, working safely, communicating respectfully, and safeguarding business operations, confidential and proprietary information, and the Company’s reputation are also essential expectations of this position.
Pay Scale Information:
The U.S. base salary range for this position is $62,000.00 - $90,000.00 annually. *The salary range for this position reflects a reasonable estimate of the range of compensation for this job. At TransUnion, actual compensation is based on careful consideration of additional factors such as (but not limited to) an individual’s education, training, work experience, job-related skill set, location, and industry knowledge, as well as the scope and responsibilities of the position and market considerations. Regular, fulltime non-sales positions may be eligible to participate in TransUnion’s annual bonus plan. Certain positions may be also eligible for long-term incentives and other payments based on applicable company guidance and plan documents.
TransUnion Overview:
At TransUnion, we encourage and are committed to creating a real, positive impact and shared sense of purpose within our Workforce for Good , which empowers our people to grow, innovate and contribute to a better future for our communities and customers. We strive to build an environment where our associates are in the driver’s seat of their professional development— while having access to help along the way. We recognize that success comes when our associates thrive both professionally and personally; that’s why we prioritize work/life flexibility and offer resources for our teams across the globe to collaborate and drive excellence.
Be a part of our Workforce for Good – you’ll work with great people, pioneering products and cutting-edge technology.
TransUnion's Internal Job Title:
Sr Analyst, PayrollCompany:
TransUnion LLCPayroll Analyst Jobs by Experience Level
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Who's Hiring
- Ryder System29
- Twilio4
- Jobot3
- Crowe2
- Tesla2
Top Industries Hiring
- Staffing & Recruiting
- Education
- Technology & Software
- Healthcare & Medical Services
- Insurance
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in payroll analyst jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business, or a related field
- Hands-on experience with payroll platforms such as ADP, Workday, Ceridian, or UKG
- Working knowledge of federal, state, and local payroll tax regulations and filing requirements
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel including pivot tables, VLOOKUP, and data validation
- Experience processing end-to-end payroll for large employee populations across multiple pay cycles
- Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) credential preferred
Tips for Your Payroll Analyst Job Search
Quantify payroll volume on your resume
Hiring managers want to know the scale you've worked at. List the number of employees in each pay cycle you've managed, the pay frequencies you've processed, and the payroll systems you've run, not just the company name.
List every payroll system you've used
Workday, ADP, Ceridian, UKG, and SAP are screened as keywords before a human reads your resume. Name each platform in a dedicated skills section and again in context within your bullet points so both applicant tracking systems and recruiters catch them.
Target openings by the states you're certified in
Multi-state payroll compliance is a common filter in job postings. If you're experienced with California, New York, or Texas wage and hour rules, say so explicitly. Employers in those states will prioritize candidates who already know their specific regulatory landscape.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists payroll analyst openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare to walk through a payroll error scenario
Interviewers routinely ask how you've identified and corrected a payroll discrepancy. Have a specific example ready that covers how the error occurred, how you caught it, how you resolved it, and what you changed to prevent it from recurring.
Negotiate using total compensation, not base alone
Payroll analysts understand benefits arithmetic better than most candidates. Use that knowledge when evaluating offers: compare health premiums, retirement match rates, and PTO cash value alongside salary before accepting or countering.
Payroll Analyst Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most payroll analysts?
The companies hiring the most payroll analysts right now include Ryder System, Twilio, and Jobot, with the largest share of openings in California, Texas, and Florida, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is concentrated in large employers with complex multi-state payroll operations, including healthcare systems, staffing firms, and national retailers.
How many payroll analyst jobs are remote?
About 81% of payroll analyst openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, making it one of the more flexible finance and HR roles available. Positions focused on payroll systems administration, reporting, and compliance tend to have the highest share of remote arrangements, while roles involving direct employee support or payroll audits more often require on-site presence.
How do you become a payroll analyst?
Start with a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or human resources. Gain hands-on experience processing payroll in an entry-level HR or accounting role, then learn at least one major payroll platform such as ADP or Workday. Pursuing a Fundamental Payroll Certification from the American Payroll Association demonstrates competency to employers and is a common next step before moving into an analyst role.
Can you get a payroll analyst job with little experience?
Yes, entry-level payroll analyst roles exist and typically require one to two years of related experience in HR, accounting, or payroll processing rather than prior analyst titles. Focus on roles at professional employer organizations or staffing companies, which process high payroll volumes and hire for volume over seniority. Earning the Fundamental Payroll Certification and demonstrating proficiency in Excel and a payroll platform can substitute for years of experience in many hiring decisions.
What does the payroll analyst interview process look like?
Most payroll analyst interviews run two to three rounds. The first is a recruiter or HR screen covering your payroll platform experience and employment history. A hiring manager interview follows, focused on how you handle discrepancies, month-end closes, and compliance questions. Many employers add a practical component, such as an Excel exercise or a scenario where you walk through correcting a payroll error or reconciling a general ledger entry.
Where can I find and apply to payroll analyst jobs?
You can find and apply to payroll analyst jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience level, location preference, and payroll platform background, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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