HCM Payroll Analyst

Insperity

HCM Payroll Analyst delivering Workday payroll compliance and processing solutions for Insperity’s HR services clients. Advising clients, improving payroll operations, and mentoring payroll personnel.

Posted 8/26/2026full-timeKingwood • Arizona, Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $67,725 - $75,049 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in payroll administration, compliance with federal, state, and local payroll laws, and effective client relationship management. Proven ability to mentor teams, implement process improvements, and deliver quality service in a dynamic environment.

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Payroll AdministrationFederal, State, And Local Payroll LawsClient Relationship ManagementProcess ImprovementTeam Mentoring

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Hard Skills

Payroll ProcessingPayroll Data AnalysisPayroll ComplianceProject ManagementQuality ControlService Solutions DevelopmentChange FacilitationFinancial Health AssessmentClient OnboardingPayroll Audits

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationProblem SolvingTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsConflict Resolution

Tools & Technologies

Workday Payroll

Industry Keywords

Co-Employment RelationshipsSarbanes-Oxley ComplianceHR PracticesStakeholder PartnershipsClient Satisfaction

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Act as a trusted advisor and client service professional on payroll compliance and payroll solutions
Troubleshoot payroll situations, educate clients, and develop stakeholder partnerships
Develop, coach, and mentor payroll team members
Identify, develop, recommend, and implement payroll process improvements
Facilitate change in a matrix environment
Execute client relationship strategies for Workday payroll clients across multiple states/localities
Collaborate with Payroll Project Managers, Senior HCM Analysts, and internal Workday technology groups on client-specific enhancements
Onboard and maintain assigned clients on payroll and related services
Assess payroll needs and recommend service solutions based on market and industry trends
Serve as quality analyst/control for payroll processing procedures, including balancing audits and identifying efficiencies
Review the financial health of the assigned Book of Business related to Co-Employment relationships
Serve as subject matter expert on federal, state, and local payroll administration laws, regulations, and best practices
Support process and audit efforts for Sarbanes-Oxley compliance
Analyze client payroll data, input and balance payroll data, process payroll, and review and distribute payroll reports
Mentor and support Service Operations Workday personnel as a subject matter expert and knowledge resource
Contribute to Book of Business meetings with internal business partners
Travel to client worksites for meetings, training, recommendations, and client support
Support client satisfaction through quality service checks and supervisor service observations
Participate in testing new payroll processes and enhancements
Participate in client meetings by phone and in person when necessary

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School Diploma or equivalent is required
Bachelor’s Degree is preferred
Three to five years of progressive payroll or relevant business experience is required
Strong proficiency and experience in payroll administration and practices
Knowledge of federal, state, and local payroll laws and regulations
Expertise in collaborating with multiple functional experts
Ability to effectively interact with multiple internal and external business units
Strong time management, organizational, and facilitation skills
Experience managing multiple tasks/activities efficiently and timely
Understanding of HR disciplines including payroll, benefits, taxation, accounting, employment documentation, employment, and general HR practices
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Effective problem solving, decision making, and conflict resolution skills
Competent presentation skills design and delivery
Demonstrated customer service skills in a team environment
Project management skills and experience handling multiple projects
Knowledge of general business principles, practices, procedures, office methods, equipment, clerical methods, filing systems
Demonstrated leadership behaviors with peers and internal/external constituents

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible work arrangements
Continuous learning programs
Mentorship opportunities
Ongoing training
Generous paid time off
Medical benefits
Dental benefits
Vision benefits
Health and wellness support
Paid volunteer hours