Accounting Payroll Advisor- Workday Required (Flexible Hybrid)

Company Description

At Fannie Mae, futures are made. The inspiring work we do helps make a home a possibility for millions of homeowners and renters. Every day offers compelling opportunities to impact the future of the housing industry while being part of an inclusive team thriving in an energizing, flexible environment. Here, you will grow your career and help create access to fair, affordable housing finance.

Job Description

As a valued contributor to our Payroll team, you will advise the team on the full-cycle processing of U.S. bi-weekly payroll. This includes advising on the collecting, compiling, and entering of data in the Workday Payroll system accurately and timely, assisting in providing excellent customer service to employees with payroll inquiries and managing special projects as required.
THE IMPACT YOU WILL MAKE
The Finance Shared Services - Accounting – Payroll Advisor role will offer you the flexibility to make each day your own, while working alongside people who care. You will advise the team to deliver on the following responsibilities:

• Collect, compile, and enter payroll data using Workday software and ensure information is processed accurately and timely.
• Process U.S. payrolls by established deadlines.
• Resolve payroll discrepancies and errors by investigating, collecting, and analyzing information.
• Upload Garnishments received daily to vendor.
• Reconcile Quarterly tax filings.
• Assist payroll team with new state registrations for State Income tax and Unemployment.
• Assist payroll team in resolution for Federal and State Tax notices.
• Perform Year-end Processing (W-2, W-2c processing).
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations and guidelines.
• Recommend new processes to improve performance and efficiency within the payroll function.
• Maintain employee confidence and protect payroll operations by keeping information confidential.
• Manage special projects as required.
• Design and execute payroll accounting processes and related controls.

Qualifications

THE EXPERIENCE YOU BRING TO THE TEAM
Minimum Required Experiences

• 6 years
• Experience with in-house full cycle payroll processing utilizing Workday.
• CPP Certified
• Workday Payroll Certification or candidate
• High-level proficiency with Microsoft Office (especially Excel)

Desired Experiences

• Bachelor degree or equivalent
• Comprehensive knowledge of payroll practices and procedures
• Comprehensive knowledge of payroll taxation including local taxes
• Solid understanding of multi-state and federal payroll, tax, and employment laws
• Experience evaluating, analyzing, and resolving unique and complex problems, and recommending solutions
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Positive attitude with a focus on providing excellent customer service
• Great time management, organization skills, and dedicated attention to detail and accuracy
• Motivated self-starter who enjoys working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

Additional Information

The future is what you make it to be. Discover compelling opportunities at careers.fanniemae.com.

Fannie Mae is a flexible hybrid company. We embrace flexibility for our employees to work where they choose, while also providing office space for in-person work if desired. At times, business need may call for on-site collaboration, which means proximity within a reasonable commute to your designated office location is preferred unless job is noted as open to remote.
Fannie Mae is an Equal Opportunity Employer, which means we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, personal appearance, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation in the application process, email us at [email protected].

The hiring range for this role is set forth on each of our job postings located on Fannie Mae's Career Site. Final salaries will generally vary within that range based on factors that include but are not limited to, skill set, depth of experience, certifications, and other relevant qualifications. This position is eligible to participate in a Fannie Mae incentive program (subject to the terms of the program). As part of our comprehensive benefits package, Fannie Mae offers a broad range of Health, Life, Voluntary Lifestyle, and other benefits and perks that enhance an employee’s physical, mental, emotional, and financial well-being. See more here.