Payroll Project Analyst

1 month ago

Minnetonka, Minnesota, United States UnitedHealth Group Full time

UnitedHealth Group is a health care and well-being company that's dedicated to improving the health outcomes of millions around the world. We are comprised of two distinct and complementary businesses, UnitedHealthcare and Optum, working to build a better health system for all. Here, your contributions matter as they will help transform health care for years to come. Make an impact with a diverse team that shares your passion for helping others. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

The Payroll Project Analyst is responsible for defining requirements, testing and validating results for various Payroll projects. This includes integration of large acquisitions, implementation of new systems, projects and enhancements that update the function of GSS, Oracle Cloud and other applicable systems.

This position will have a dotted line reporting back to the specialized group within Payroll to ensure all aspects of a project are covered.

You'll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely * from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Act as a functional SME for Payroll Processing and/or Payroll Tax
  • Support the Payroll Project manager in overseeing and coordinating multiple projects and ongoing enhancement priority management
  • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of employees as well as external customers and vendors
  • Partner with Human Capital Technology and Payroll Systems teams on trouble shooting and resolution of system issues
  • Collaborate with Benefits, Compensation and HR communities in the support of HR business initiatives
  • Participate in defining requirements for various projects, enhancements, and defects
  • Support acquisition initiatives related to payroll and employee integration
  • Assist with testing for fixes, enhancements, upgrades to PeopleSoft, Oracle and other integrating platforms by building, executing and validating test scenarios
  • Ensure compliance with company policy and various Federal, State and local jurisdiction legal requirements
  • Develop and run reports in GSS to perform research, validate data and prevent errors
  • Create, update, and maintain process documentation, including process flows
  • Coach, mentor, and train other Payroll Ops Analysts within Payroll Ops team
  • Ability to work various hours as needed to support payroll projects
  • Other projects as assigned

You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications:

  • 2+ years functional experience in HR systems, Payroll Processing and/or Payroll Tax roles
  • Intermediate to advanced level of proficiency with MS Word and Excel
  • Advanced understanding of how to build efficient payroll processes
  • Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks with hard deadlines simultaneously
  • Proven project documentation discipline
  • Proven advanced analytical, problem solving, and payroll related technical skills
  • Proven excellent verbal and written communication skills


Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience with Oracle Cloud
  • Experience with Visio
  • Experience with acquisition mapping, fit/gap analysis, set up and testing
  • Knowledge of internal systematic controls related to Sarbanes-Oxley requirements

*All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy


California, Colorado, Connecticut, Hawaii, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island, or Washington Residents Only: The salary range for this role is $58,300 to $114,300 annually. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. UnitedHealth Group complies with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with UnitedHealth Group, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.



Application Deadline: This will be posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected. Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.



At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

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