Payroll Tax Analyst, Garnishments

Warner Bros. Discovery

Payroll tax and garnishments analyst supporting Warner Bros. Discovery’s media and entertainment operations in Burbank.

Posted 8/4/2026full-timeBurbank • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $62,302 - $115,704 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in payroll tax and garnishment administration, including compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. Proficient in using Workday Payroll and advanced Microsoft Excel for data analysis and reconciliation.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Workday Payroll ExperiencePayroll Tax Compliance KnowledgeGarnishment AdministrationAdvanced Microsoft Excel ProficiencyCertified Payroll Professional (CPP)

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Hard Skills

Payroll Tax Data SubmissionGarnishment CalculationTax Correction ProcessingPayroll ReconciliationGeneral Ledger AnalysisData AnalysisSystem Testing and ValidationProcess ImprovementMulti-State Payroll AdministrationPayroll Compliance Regulations

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailAnalytical ThinkingRelationship BuildingCollaborationTime Management

Tools & Technologies

Workday HCMEnterprise Interface Builder (EIB)Case Management System

Certifications & Qualifications

Certified Payroll Professional (CPP)Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC)

Industry Keywords

Payroll OperationsTax ReturnsADP FilingsStatutory DeductionsInternal AuditsExternal AuditsProcess Re-engineering

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

C++

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Maintain payroll tax and garnishment data within Workday Payroll
Review, validate, and submit payroll tax data for tax returns and ADP filings
Calculate and process garnishments, tax corrections, and statutory deductions
Investigate and resolve tax and garnishment discrepancies
Perform payroll tax and garnishment reconciliations, including general ledger and balance sheet analysis
Partner with Payroll, Payroll Settlement, and Accounting teams to resolve discrepancies
Respond to inquiries from employees, government agencies, and stakeholders
Manage tax and garnishment cases through the case management system
Support internal and external audits by preparing documentation and responding to inquiries
Analyze and document issues to identify systemic problems
Participate in testing and validation of payroll system enhancements and process changes
Review and update training materials, policies, and procedures
Support special projects and process improvement initiatives

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum 2 years of experience in multi-state payroll, payroll tax, and garnishment administration
Experience with Workday Payroll, Workday HCM, or comparable SaaS-based payroll platform
Experience supporting payroll operations in a large, complex, multi-business-unit organization is a plus
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Tax, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local payroll compliance regulations
Experience with Workday integrations and Enterprise Interface Builder (EIB) mass data uploads preferred
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel required
Strong analytical, critical thinking, and reconciliation skills
Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
Strong relationship-building and collaboration skills
Process management, improvement, and re-engineering skills
Ability to manage high-volume activities in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision
Excellent planning, time management, prioritization, and follow-up skills
Exceptional communication and customer service skills
Certified Payroll Professional (CPP), Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC), or comparable certification preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance coverage
Employee wellness program
Life and disability insurance
Retirement savings plan
Paid holidays and sick time
Vacation
Annual bonuses
Short- and long-term incentives
Program-specific awards
Career-defining opportunities
Tools to explore and grow into your best selves
Disability adjustments or accommodations during the job application/recruitment process