Payroll Analyst

Gorbel’s mission is simple: We improve people’s lives. 

That mission guides everything we do, from the products and service we provide to our outside customers to the work environment we foster for our employees. We are a manufacturer of material handling and fall protection products for the production and warehouse/distribution sectors. We’re on the cutting edge of manufacturing and distribution; a thriving, growing company that is constantly seeking out new ways to innovate and elevate our products and our processes – and we’re looking for people like you to join us in that mission. 

We’re currently hiring for open positions in the US and Canada. We operate in Canada as Engineered Lifting Systems and Equipment (ELS)/DBA Gorbel® Canada, and subsequent communication related to Canadian positions may show the ELS name. You may be contacted by phone by recruitment personnel based in either Canada or New York. 

Work Shift:

Job Description:

At Gorbel, payroll is more than processing paychecks. It's about ensuring employees are paid accurately, benefits are administered seamlessly, and compliance is maintained across a growing organization. We're looking for a payroll analyst who thrives on accuracy, enjoys solving complex challenges, and takes pride in delivering an exceptional employee experience.

Responsibilities:

• Process weekly and bi-weekly payroll for US employees across three companies in Workday.

• Process bi-weekly payroll for Canadian employees in ADP Teams Pay Canada.

• Responsible for payroll invoices and all tax reporting in ADP Smart Compliance.

• Manage payroll taxes, garnishments, quarterly and year end reporting, and compliance requirements.

• Serve as the Workday payroll subject matter expert, maintaining payroll configurations tax settings and integrations.

• Ensure accurate processing of benefits, leave of absences, disability payments and retirement contributions.

• Prepare payroll reports, perform reconciliations, and support audits.

• Collaborate with Finance, HR and external partners to continuous improve payroll processes and maintain regulatory compliance.

Qualifications: 

• Associates or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business

• 5+ years of experience in payroll processing

• Exceptional attention to detail, analytical skills, and ability to manage multiple priorities.

• Strong knowledge of payroll regulations, benefits administration and compliance.

• Experience with Workday payroll and ADP Smart Compliance preferred.

• Proficient in O365 suite of products including Excel, Word, Teams and SharePoint.

• Experience working with ERP preferred.

ADA Physical/Mental/Workplace Requirements

• Occasional lifting up to 25 lbs
• Sitting, working at desk/personal computer for extended periods of time
• Primary work environment is professional corporate office