Payroll Analyst

Location: Hollywood, FL (On‑Site initially; Hybrid later)
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Salary: $85,000–$105,000
Status: Direct Hire | Full‑Time

We are seeking a highly experienced Lead Payroll Technical Analyst to join a dynamic Payroll Department supporting a large‑scale Oracle HCM Payroll implementation. This is a high‑visibility role where you’ll play a critical part during the implementation phase and then transition into a long‑term Payroll Analyst position once the system goes live.

This opportunity offers hands‑on involvement in a complex enterprise rollout, strong cross‑functional exposure, and the chance to make a lasting impact on payroll operations.

• Lead a major Oracle HCM Payroll implementation from the ground up
• High visibility with Payroll, HR, IT, and executive stakeholders
• Transition into a stable, long‑term Payroll Analyst role post‑implementation
• On‑site collaboration initially, with hybrid flexibility later in the year
• Opportunity to influence process improvements and system optimization

• Provide functional and technical payroll support during enterprise HCM/ERP implementations (Oracle HCM preferred)
• Serve as a subject matter expert and strategic partner to Payroll, HR, IT, and cross‑functional teams
• Support system configuration, testing, validation, and payroll parallel runs
• Ensure payroll accuracy, compliance, and data integrity throughout implementation
• Analyze payroll data flows and identify opportunities for process optimization
• Develop and maintain payroll reports; support ad‑hoc reporting and audits
• Lead multiple priorities while supporting cross‑functional initiatives
• Provide ongoing payroll system support post‑implementation

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, Bookkeeping, or related field (required)
• 10+ years of experience with centralized, automated payroll systems or related financial environments
• Strong Oracle HCM Payroll experience and ERP implementation background (required)
• Experience with UKG timekeeping and Lawson ERP is a plus
• Solid understanding of payroll taxation, statutory, and compliance requirements
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and Office proficiency
• SQL knowledge highly preferred
• APA certification is a plus
• Exceptionally organized, analytical, and detail‑oriented
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule during critical payroll cycles or implementation milestones

If you’re a payroll systems expert who thrives in complex implementations and is ready to lead, influence, and create long‑lasting impact, this Lead Payroll Technical Analyst role is an outstanding next step.