Payroll Analyst

About Us :

Founded in 1936, Niterra North America, Inc. (Formally NGK Sparkplugs, Inc.), is the world leader in technology, innovation, and world-class quality in designing spark plugs and oxygen sensors. Today, that tradition continues as we transform our organization's business portfolio, expanding our core ceramic technologies, exploring capabilities beyond traditional areas, and challenging ourselves to develop solutions and services that use technologies to resolve social issues while contributing to a sustainable society.

Position Summary

The Payroll Analyst is responsible for ensuring the accurate and timely processing of payroll for all employees across multiple entities and jurisdictions. This position performs complex payroll calculations, reconciliations, and audits while ensuring compliance with federal, state / provincial, and local tax regulations. The Payroll Analyst serves as a subject matter expert for payroll systems and acts as a key liaison between HR, Finance, and external vendors (e.g., ADP Workforce Now, Ceridian Dayforce).

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Process biweekly and weekly payrolls across multiple entities.
• Validate and audit timekeeping data, new hires, terminations, and pay adjustments.
• Ensure accuracy of taxes, deductions, garnishments, and benefits contributions.
• Maintain compliance with wage, tax, and employment laws in all jurisdictions.
• Prepare Year End, quarterly and annual filings (941, W-2, T4, etc.).
• Reconcile payroll accounts and support Finance with GL accuracy.
• Coordinate HRIS and payroll system integrations and data audits.
• Provide reports and metrics on payroll accuracy and timeliness.
• Support audits, bonus cycles, and special payroll projects.
• Collaborate with HR, Finance, and IT on system and process improvements.

Qualifications

Skills & Competencies

Why Work for Niterra :

Work-Life Balance : Paid maternity and paternity leave