Payroll Analyst at Boyd Gaming in Las Vegas

Job description

Responsible for information retrieval from all payroll systems by generating standard reports and development of ad hoc reports. Ensure SOX, regulatory requirements and internal controls standards are adhered to with the design of process improvements. Coordinate activities with IT, Payroll, Finance and HR to ensure timely and accurate flow of information. o Proactively assesses the system needs of the Payroll department and identifies, analyzes, and recommends business process and/or system enhancements to the Payroll Manager. Documents and demonstrates solutions by developing documentation, flowcharts, layouts, diagrams, charts, code comments and clear code. Innovative: Looks at issues from a fresh viewpoint and adapts to the changes created by the environment. Willing to take risk and explore the new, untested and unknown. Quality: Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; looks for ways to improve and promote quality; applies feedback to improve performance; monitors own work to ensure quality Problem Solving: Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions Judgement: Displays willingness to make decisions’ exhibits sound and accurate judgement; supports and explains reasoning for decision; includes appropriate people in decision-making process; makes timely decisions Analytical: Synthesizes complex and diverse information; collects and researches data; uses intuition and experience to complement data; designs work flows and procedures Initiative: Volunteers readily; undertakes self-development activities; seeks increased responsibilities; takes independent actions and calculated risks;  looks for and takes advance of opportunities; as for and offers help when needed Ethics: Demonstrates integrity and exercises discretion in handling confidential information.   Provide support in the development and analysis of payroll data using system functionality, spreadsheets and other databases where appropriate, and drive continuous improvement process. Performs regular audits to ensure the availability of complete and accurate system data and reports issued to individuals and members of the BKEP  management team.  Responsible for ensuring system processes are operating according to established schedules and procedures.  Maintain reports that track open issues which affect payroll processing accuracy.  Serve as Payroll contact with various departments throughout the company, and external to the company for activities including system updates, upgrades, conversions, and reporting Assist with payroll audits and quarterly and year-end reconciliations Develop, test, maintain and implement new software and automation Independently install, customize and integrate automation Successful track record of developing quality productions and maintaining them Evaluate new technology opportunities for continuous process improvement Design, develop and implement unit and scenario testing for existing code base and for new functionality under development Work with experienced team member to conduct root cause analysis of issues, review new and existing code and/or perform unit testing Liaise with internal, external audit agencies when applicable to automation and controls Excellent analytical and time management skills Identify automation needs and resolve complex technical design issues Communicate problems or discrepancies to management in a timely and efficient manner Provide comprehensive support to internal customers and achieve resolution to outstanding problems or issues To promote an effective relationship between the department, the operating property, other departments and to ensure effective operational processes. Perform all functions with the highest level