Remote Payroll Analyst Jobs
Remote Payroll Analyst jobs are in steady demand across the U.S., with remote-first firms, distributed enterprise teams, and growing companies in technology, healthcare, and financial services all hiring payroll analysts who can work independently. Employers posting remote openings right now include Ryder System, Progressive Leasing, and RSM. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Job description
A Brief Overview
The Payroll Analyst is responsible for ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing and reporting in a multi-state and multi-company environment. Research and resolve complex payroll and timekeeping issues. Provide payroll/timekeeping system support including executing payroll runs, reporting, auditing and testing. Ensure compliance with Federal/State/local tax regulations and Company policies. Partner with cross-functional teams and various business areas on payroll related projects and process improvements. Define payroll processes and internal controls and implement appropriate process improvements and collaborate with payroll systems to build requirements that impact payroll processing. Maintain current knowledge of payroll/tax laws and policies, interpret organizational impact, and implement required process and systems changes to remain compliant and efficient. Act as a Subject Matter Expert for payroll processes, providing guidance and training to team members.
This role partners and interfaces with all levels of employees within the company, new hires, other departments, and outside vendors, providing a proactive and positive experience while ensuring an efficient and compliant process. You will guide business partners, managers and employees regarding payroll compliance and adherence to processes, troubleshooting, resolving various issues, and communicating changes to stakeholders, including deliver training and documentation as needed.
Expected Work Location: remote
must be able to work Eastern Standard Time core business hours
Reports to: Payroll Operations Manager
What you will do
Responsible for ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing (regular, off-cycle and annual) in accordance with all federal, state, and local regulations and tax standards, bargaining agreements and company policies. Calculate and process complex and high-visibility transactions including FLSA calculations and compliance, incentive taxation, retroactive adjustments, payroll reconciliations, mass volume data loads and unique bargaining payouts.
Research and analyze complex payroll issues including reconciliations, overpayments, taxation and adjustments. Provide technical payroll processing, calculation, and consulting expertise on business and technology issues that impact how/when employees are paid. Communicate research and analysis results to a wide variety of audiences including senior leaders, associates, and external agencies and vendors. Ability to lead independent research and communicate findings effectively.
Build reports, analyze complex data sets and provide insights to stakeholders to inform business decisions and payroll operational efficiency. This involves using critical thinking skills and independent judgement to audit, identify and resolve issues in the data that may have a downstream impact on payroll. Participate in periodic internal auditing of key responsibilities. Must demonstrate strong analytical thinking and complex problem-solving skills with proficiency in Excel (e.g. Pivot tables, Vlookups)
Partner directly with both internal and external stakeholders providing excellent customer service in troubleshooting and resolving issues. Build and nurture strong working relationships with all levels across the organization and 3rd party providers. Designated SPOC for assigned functions. Consult and communicate payroll expertise to business in regards to issues and solutions that impact how/when employees are paid.
Support system implementations and identify areas for process improvements, including testing support. Lead and manage payroll-related projects independently, end to end. Drive and support process improvement initiatives and lead documentation efforts. Act as payroll SME and provides suggestions to enhance and streamline procedures. Create and communicate SOPs while validating policies and procedures against federal and state laws.
Maintain accurate payroll records, employee data, and timekeeping data. Review daily error reports to identify corrections to employee records. Communicate changes to business owners of upstream and downstream systems as well as proper tax and location assignment in the payroll / timekeeping systems. Review timekeeping audit reports to identify erroneous time entries.
Apply working knowledge of ERISA, ACA, IRS, DOL FLSA Compensation and fringe benefit programs to ensure adherence and compliance
Performs other duties as assigned
Complies with all policies and standards
Qualifications
Requirements
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience
1-3 years of payroll experience in a multi-state, high volume environment
Preferred
Prior Wage and hour experience
Intermediate Excel skills
Prior ADP, UKG, Workday, and / or Oracle Fusion experience
CPP or FPC Certification
Skills and Abilities
Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills – Pivot tables, VLOOKUP’s
In-depth understanding of payroll laws, tax regulations, and accounting principles
Proficiency in payroll software and systems, including experience with advanced features
Attention to detail to ensure accuracy in payroll calculations
Effective communication skills to liaise with various departments and handle employee inquiries
Problem-Solving - Ability to analyze complex payroll issues and develop solutions
Confidentiality - A commitment to maintaining the confidentiality of sensitive payroll information
Does this position interest you? You should apply – even if you don’t match every single requirement! We're known as an auto glass company. That's the focus of what we do. But beyond the glass, we're so much more. We'll help you build a fulfilling career and encourage you to have a life. Let us be the best place you'll ever work.
#LI-REMOTE
#LI-NO1
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by an employee occupying this position. Employees may be required to perform other related duties as assigned to ensure workload coverage. This job description does NOT constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the organizational needs and requirements of the job change.
This position description is not all inclusive for every aspect of this role. Reasonable accommodations will be made for individuals covered by ADA, ADEA, FMLA and other laws and regulations in accordance with their requirements. Physical and mental demands are not, and should not be construed to be job qualification standards, but are illustrated to help the employer, employee and/or applicant identify tasks where reasonable accommodations may need to be made when an otherwise qualified person is unable to perform the job’s essential duties because of an ADA disability.
Other qualifications may be required to ensure employment eligibility in accordance with local laws, regulations and with Safelite Group, Inc. policies and practices.
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Internal Associates: Already a member of the Safelite team? Apply through your Workday account by searching "Find Open Jobs".
Diversity: Safelite welcomes everyone. We value our diverse workforce and suppliers, and we’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Learn more at Careers http://safelite.com/Careers
Benefit amounts are estimates only. Actual values will depend on benefit elections during enrollment.
This position description is not all inclusive for every aspect of this role. Reasonable accommodation will be made for individuals covered by ADA, ADEA, FMLA and other laws and regulations in accordance with their requirements. Physical and mental demands are not and should not be construed to be job qualification standards, but are illustrated to help the employer, employee and/or applicant identify tasks where reasonable accommodations may need to be made when an otherwise qualified person is unable to perform the job’s essential duties because of an ADA disability.
Job description
A Brief Overview
The Payroll Analyst is responsible for ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing and reporting in a multi-state and multi-company environment. Research and resolve complex payroll and timekeeping issues. Provide payroll/timekeeping system support including executing payroll runs, reporting, auditing and testing. Ensure compliance with Federal/State/local tax regulations and Company policies. Partner with cross-functional teams and various business areas on payroll related projects and process improvements. Define payroll processes and internal controls and implement appropriate process improvements and collaborate with payroll systems to build requirements that impact payroll processing. Maintain current knowledge of payroll/tax laws and policies, interpret organizational impact, and implement required process and systems changes to remain compliant and efficient. Act as a Subject Matter Expert for payroll processes, providing guidance and training to team members.
This role partners and interfaces with all levels of employees within the company, new hires, other departments, and outside vendors, providing a proactive and positive experience while ensuring an efficient and compliant process. You will guide business partners, managers and employees regarding payroll compliance and adherence to processes, troubleshooting, resolving various issues, and communicating changes to stakeholders, including deliver training and documentation as needed.
Expected Work Location: remote
must be able to work Eastern Standard Time core business hours
Reports to: Payroll Operations Manager
What you will do
Responsible for ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing (regular, off-cycle and annual) in accordance with all federal, state, and local regulations and tax standards, bargaining agreements and company policies. Calculate and process complex and high-visibility transactions including FLSA calculations and compliance, incentive taxation, retroactive adjustments, payroll reconciliations, mass volume data loads and unique bargaining payouts.
Research and analyze complex payroll issues including reconciliations, overpayments, taxation and adjustments. Provide technical payroll processing, calculation, and consulting expertise on business and technology issues that impact how/when employees are paid. Communicate research and analysis results to a wide variety of audiences including senior leaders, associates, and external agencies and vendors. Ability to lead independent research and communicate findings effectively.
Build reports, analyze complex data sets and provide insights to stakeholders to inform business decisions and payroll operational efficiency. This involves using critical thinking skills and independent judgement to audit, identify and resolve issues in the data that may have a downstream impact on payroll. Participate in periodic internal auditing of key responsibilities. Must demonstrate strong analytical thinking and complex problem-solving skills with proficiency in Excel (e.g. Pivot tables, Vlookups)
Partner directly with both internal and external stakeholders providing excellent customer service in troubleshooting and resolving issues. Build and nurture strong working relationships with all levels across the organization and 3rd party providers. Designated SPOC for assigned functions. Consult and communicate payroll expertise to business in regards to issues and solutions that impact how/when employees are paid.
Support system implementations and identify areas for process improvements, including testing support. Lead and manage payroll-related projects independently, end to end. Drive and support process improvement initiatives and lead documentation efforts. Act as payroll SME and provides suggestions to enhance and streamline procedures. Create and communicate SOPs while validating policies and procedures against federal and state laws.
Maintain accurate payroll records, employee data, and timekeeping data. Review daily error reports to identify corrections to employee records. Communicate changes to business owners of upstream and downstream systems as well as proper tax and location assignment in the payroll / timekeeping systems. Review timekeeping audit reports to identify erroneous time entries.
Apply working knowledge of ERISA, ACA, IRS, DOL FLSA Compensation and fringe benefit programs to ensure adherence and compliance
Performs other duties as assigned
Complies with all policies and standards
Qualifications
Requirements
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience
1-3 years of payroll experience in a multi-state, high volume environment
Preferred
Prior Wage and hour experience
Intermediate Excel skills
Prior ADP, UKG, Workday, and / or Oracle Fusion experience
CPP or FPC Certification
Skills and Abilities
Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills – Pivot tables, VLOOKUP’s
In-depth understanding of payroll laws, tax regulations, and accounting principles
Proficiency in payroll software and systems, including experience with advanced features
Attention to detail to ensure accuracy in payroll calculations
Effective communication skills to liaise with various departments and handle employee inquiries
Problem-Solving - Ability to analyze complex payroll issues and develop solutions
Confidentiality - A commitment to maintaining the confidentiality of sensitive payroll information
Does this position interest you? You should apply – even if you don’t match every single requirement! We're known as an auto glass company. That's the focus of what we do. But beyond the glass, we're so much more. We'll help you build a fulfilling career and encourage you to have a life. Let us be the best place you'll ever work.
#LI-REMOTE
#LI-NO1
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by an employee occupying this position. Employees may be required to perform other related duties as assigned to ensure workload coverage. This job description does NOT constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the organizational needs and requirements of the job change.
This position description is not all inclusive for every aspect of this role. Reasonable accommodations will be made for individuals covered by ADA, ADEA, FMLA and other laws and regulations in accordance with their requirements. Physical and mental demands are not, and should not be construed to be job qualification standards, but are illustrated to help the employer, employee and/or applicant identify tasks where reasonable accommodations may need to be made when an otherwise qualified person is unable to perform the job’s essential duties because of an ADA disability.
Other qualifications may be required to ensure employment eligibility in accordance with local laws, regulations and with Safelite Group, Inc. policies and practices.
-
Internal Associates: Already a member of the Safelite team? Apply through your Workday account by searching "Find Open Jobs".
Diversity: Safelite welcomes everyone. We value our diverse workforce and suppliers, and we’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Learn more at Careers http://safelite.com/Careers
Benefit amounts are estimates only. Actual values will depend on benefit elections during enrollment.
This position description is not all inclusive for every aspect of this role. Reasonable accommodation will be made for individuals covered by ADA, ADEA, FMLA and other laws and regulations in accordance with their requirements. Physical and mental demands are not and should not be construed to be job qualification standards, but are illustrated to help the employer, employee and/or applicant identify tasks where reasonable accommodations may need to be made when an otherwise qualified person is unable to perform the job’s essential duties because of an ADA disability.
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Who's Hiring
- Ryder System21
- Progressive Leasing5
- RSM1
- Vercel1
- Airspace1
Top Industries Hiring
- Banking & Financial Services
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote 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 Remote Payroll Analyst Job Search
Prove you can work payroll remotely
Show employers you've processed payroll accurately without in-person oversight by calling out specific platforms you've run end-to-end, such as Workday or ADP Workforce Now, and noting the employee count or pay frequency you handled. Concrete output beats a general claim of attention to detail.
Sharpen your async written communication
Remote payroll teams resolve discrepancies, escalate compliance questions, and coordinate with HR and finance entirely through written channels. Practice writing clear, complete explanations of payroll issues without relying on a follow-up call, because remote hiring managers look for this directly in interviews.
Apply early to remote roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists remote payroll analyst openings from across the U.S. in one place, so you can find roles that match your experience level and apply directly without sorting through unrelated listings.
Target multi-state employers specifically
Companies processing payroll across several states need analysts who understand varying tax withholding rules and compliance requirements. Highlighting any multi-state or multi-jurisdiction payroll experience, even from a single employer, signals you can handle the complexity remote roles often carry.
Remote Payroll Analyst Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote payroll analyst job?
Target companies that already run distributed teams, such as remote-first software firms, multi-state staffing agencies, and national healthcare networks, because they have the infrastructure to support payroll analysts working off-site. Remote employers screen heavily for self-direction, precise written communication, and hands-on fluency with cloud-based payroll platforms like Workday, ADP, or Ceridian. Candidates who can document their accuracy and turnaround time in previous roles stand out most.
Which companies hire remote payroll analysts?
Remote payroll analyst roles are posted by Ryder System, Progressive Leasing, and RSM and others right now, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Remote-first technology companies, distributed financial services firms, and large healthcare organizations with multi-state workforces are among the most consistent hirers of payroll analysts in a fully remote capacity.
Can you get a remote payroll analyst job with no experience?
Yes, but remote entry-level payroll analyst roles are harder to land because employers expect you to troubleshoot independently from day one without an in-office team nearby. Smaller remote-first companies and payroll service bureaus are the most accessible starting points. Completing a payroll certification such as the FPC, building familiarity with a major payroll platform through coursework, and demonstrating strong attention to detail in any prior administrative or finance work can open the door.
Do you need a degree for remote payroll analyst jobs?
Not always. Many remote employers value demonstrated payroll platform experience, a Fundamental Payroll Certification or Certified Payroll Professional credential, and a clean history of accurate, on-time payroll processing over a specific degree. A background in accounting, human resources, or business administration helps, but employers hiring remotely increasingly focus on what you can do rather than where you studied.
Which industries hire the most remote payroll analysts?
Most remote payroll analyst openings sit in Banking & Financial Services, per current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. These sectors tend to operate across multiple states or time zones, which means their payroll teams are already built to function without everyone in the same office.
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