Payroll Business Analyst – Contract Employee

Intel Corporation

Payroll Business Analyst supporting payroll operations by analyzing data and improving processes at Intel Corporation. Collaborating with cross-functional teams for compliance and efficiency.

Posted 7/15/2026contractFolsom • Arizona, California • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $52,000 - $200,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in US Payroll and Payroll Accounting, with a strong focus on compliance, data accuracy, and operational efficiency. Proficient in advanced Microsoft Excel for data analysis and reporting, while effectively collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive process improvements.

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US Payroll ExperiencePayroll AccountingAdvanced Microsoft ExcelPayroll Process ImprovementAudit Readiness

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Hard Skills

Payroll Data AnalysisDiscrepancy ResolutionSystem TestingProcess MappingRequirements GatheringAd Hoc ReportingData Quality ControlsOperational EfficiencyCompliance RequirementsPayroll Automation

Soft Skills

Proactive CommunicationCollaborationProblem-SolvingProject Management

Tools & Technologies

Payroll Systems

Industry Keywords

Payroll OperationsCompliance OutcomesAudit ReadinessOperational Transformation

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

support accurate, compliant, and efficient payroll operations by analyzing payroll data
resolving discrepancies and supporting system testing
collaborating with Payroll, HR, Accounting, IT, and other business partners to execute process improvements and issue resolutions
provide feedback and recommendations to improve payroll controls, data quality, operational efficiency, and compliance outcomes
initiate and drive assigned projects to completion with minimal guidance
support system testing by creating detailed test plans and documenting results
proactively communicate project, testing, or deadline risks
identify payroll data issues and resolve them
complete ad hoc reporting and payroll analysis
prepare documentation and reporting to support audit readiness and operational decision-making
drive business analysis activities, including requirements gathering and process mapping

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in business, Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, Information Systems, or a related field; or equivalent (4+ years) of relevant professional experience.
4+ years of experience in US Payroll and Payroll Accounting.
Strong understanding of payroll processes, compliance requirements, data accuracy controls, and audit readiness expectations.
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including complex formulas, data analysis, pivot tables, and macros.
Experience supporting payroll automation, process improvement, system implementations, or operational transformation initiatives.
Experience with payroll systems.

Benefits

Comp & perks

competitive pay
stock bonuses
benefit programs which include health, retirement, and vacation