Payroll Analyst

At Polsinelli, What a Law Firm Should Be is not just our tagline, it is what we live every day. We strive to create an environment where our team members are encouraged to bring their creativity and professional passions into the workplace so that they can thrive. Are you a people person who has a keen eye for detail, thrives in a professional environment and wants to be part of a dynamic team? We have the perfect role for an engaging professional like you!

Polsinelli has an immediate opening for a Payroll Analyst in the Kansas City office. The successful candidate will have 5 years of experience working in payroll processing; multi-office and multi-state experience is a plus. Must be able to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment, and be able to adjust as needed to the firm’s continually growing needs. 

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead the monthly payroll process for shareholders, including retiree payments, special tax overrides, and adjustments
• Review semi-monthly payroll edits
• Manage employee wage garnishments, child support, and tax levies processes
• Review and process manual checks and wires as needed
• Work closely with the Human Resources department for payroll-related issues including benefit premiums, 401(k) deductions and employee leave of absence
• Monitor payroll email inbox and respond to inquiries
• Work closely with accountant team on payroll reconciliations
• Review new hire and status change information updates to the payroll system
• Independently resolve payroll discrepancies
• Manage PTO balances
• Document and maintain payroll procedures as needed
• Assist Payroll Manager with quarterly and fiscal year-end Shareholder bonuses
• Provide a high level of customer service while maintaining employee confidentiality
• Provide ad hoc reports as necessary
• Other duties as assigned

Employees approved for flexible work arrangements are expected to be available and maintain a practice of reliable, consistent attendance during the employees scheduled work shift including, but not limited to, Zoom, email and voicemail, and by phone.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, human resources, or related field
• Five years of experience with payroll processing
• Proficiency in UKG Pro payroll system preferred
• Proficiency with iManage Records Manager and Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, and Outlook). Advanced Excel skills preferred.

Polsinelli PC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender identity and expression, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, disability, ancestry, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.