Payroll Specialist II

Futures start here. Where first steps, new friendships, and confident learners are born. At KinderCare Learning Companies, the first and only early childhood education provider recognized with theGallup Exceptional Workplace Award, we offer a variety of early education and child care options for families. Whether it's KinderCare Learning Centers, Champions, or Crème de la Crème, we build confidence for kids, families, and the future we share. And we want you to join us in shaping it—in neighborhoods, at work, and in schools nationwide.

At KinderCare Learning Companies, you'll use your skills and expertise to support the work (and fun) that happens in our sites and centers every day. From marketers and strategists to financial analysts and data engineers, and so much more, we're all passionate about crafting a world where children, families, and organizations can thrive.

We are looking for a Payroll Analyst II to join our Payroll team. The Payroll
team is a fast-paced, team-focused, dynamic environment. This role is
responsible for all report writing, documentation and other duties assigned.
Assist with audits for all states where KinderCare Education has a payroll
presence. This role will partner with our outside payroll processor and our
business partners including Operations, Compensation, Benefits and HRIS
in order with all Reporting needs. In our business, payroll is critical to our
company's success.

Our mission is to pay employees accurately and on time every time, while
keeping our costs controlled and complying with all regulatory
requirements. We are investing in our people, processes and systems to

achieve this. We are looking for an energetic, enthusiastic, exceptional
people person with outstanding analytical, project and leadership skills.

Responsibility:
Assess, design, build, test, document, and implement new
requirements
Set up and configure reporting functions within Workday and ADP.
Solid working knowledge of Workday and ADP enterprise payroll
products
Develop test plans and coordinate User Acceptance Testing with
implementation team and appropriate business users
Partner with cross-functional leaders to revise processes, or alter
communication to improve the field and family experience
Leads and influences project decisions to deliver project to meet
business objectives
Escalates issues and risks to leadership when appropriate and drives
solutions and decisions
Liaison between Business and IT; point of contact to trouble-shoot
defects and enhancement requests
Manage and/or participate in special projects as assigned
Assist in creating user friendly training documentation for the payroll
team and perform trainings as needed
Liaison with other departments to assist with reporting needs
Design and maintain internal controls to ensure accuracy and
completeness of filings
Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or other related field
preferred
At least 2 years of strong reporting skills with Workday (ADP a plus)
or similar accounting experience required
CPA or CPP preferred
Access DMS preferred
Experience in a medium to large scale multi-state, multi-unit
organization required
Demonstrated leadership skills and the ability to meet deadlines while
managing multiple projects in a fast-paced environment required

Our benefits meet you where you are. We're here to help our employees navigate the integration of work and life:
- Know your whole family is supported with discounted child care benefits.

- Breathe easy with medical, dental, and vision benefits for your family (and pets, too!).
- Feel supported in your mental health and personal growth with employee assistance programs.
- Feel great and thrive with access to health and wellness programs, paid time off and discounts for work necessities, such as cell phones.
- ... and much more.

Range of pay $23.75 - $28.50 Hourly

We operate research-backed, accredited, and customizable programs in more than 2,000 sites and centers across 40 states and the District of Columbia. As we expand, we're matching the needs of more and more families, dynamic work environments, and diverse communities from coast to coast. Because we believe every family deserves access to high-quality child care, no matter who they are or where they live. Every day, you'll help bring this mission to life by building community and delivering exceptional experiences. And if you're anything like us, you'll come for the work, and stay for the people.