Payroll Accounting Analyst

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Thomasville, NC, USA
In-Office
Mid level
Logistics • Transportation • Industrial
The Role
Audit and reconcile payroll data between Workday and SAP, prepare payroll journal entries, support month/quarter/year-end close, ensure payroll compliance, produce reports, and assist payroll system implementations and cross-functional issue resolution.
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Are you someone who never rests on their laurels, always strives to go above and beyond, and is committed to keeping your PROMISES? Do you appreciate a company culture that is open, fosters work-life balance, and a dynamic team environment? Then Old Dominion is the home for you. We take pride in being the best in the industry, and from our humble beginnings we know that our People and our Family Spirit are the main ingredient in our secret sauce to success. At Old Dominion we are looking for individuals to join the OD Family that will provide innovative solutions and exceed expectations to keep OD the premier transportation solutions provider.

The Payroll Accounting Analyst ensures accurate employee compensation by auditing payroll data, reconciling accounts, and ensuring that all payroll transactions balance between payroll and financial systems. They analyze weekly payroll transactions in Workday and perform any necessary adjustments and journal entries in SAP. Key duties include reconciling payroll to the general ledger, identifying/correcting errors and optimizing payroll processes. Review and distribution of various payroll reports.

Primary Responsibilities

  • Ensure consistent and daily balancing of all payroll accounts from Workday to SAP general ledger
  • Reconcile payroll-related accounts against the general ledger
  • Conduct regular audits of payroll data including incomplete transactions and errors
  • Assist with monthly, quarterly and year end close activities
  • Assist in ensuring payroll compliance with federal, state, and local regulations
  • Prepare, analyze, and distribute payroll reports to management, internal partners and external vendors
  • Support payroll system implementations, upgrades, and testing
  • Coordinate and engage across HR functional teams for identification and resolution of payroll related issues, including HRIS, Benefits and Compensation
  • Assist in setup and maintenance of new and existing pay components and general ledger accounts
  • Partner in processing Executive Comp payments including Stock Options and Deferred Comp

Job Qualifications

Education:  

  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field
  • CPA preferred

Required Experience:

  • 3+ years proven experience in payroll, accounting or similar analytical role
  • Strong understanding of payroll processes and accounting principles
  • Proficiency in MS Excel
  • Ability to analyze payroll and accounting data
  • Effective written, oral and interpersonal communication
  • Experience with payroll and accounting systems (SAP and Workday)
  • Attention to detail and organization

Working Days:

Shift and hours to be determined.

Working Shift:

Shift and hours to be determined.

Work Days and Shift are estimates and are subject to change, at any given time, based on job scheduling and/or business levels. Any information listed regarding Days and Shifts shall be considered a guideline of expectations for the specific position at the time of posting.

Join the OD Family Today!
As a Full Time member of our Family, you and your family are eligible to receive:

  • Great Health Benefits including a Zero premium medical plan for employee only coverage
  • Vision & Dental
  • Short Term & Long Term Disability
  • Flex Spending Accounts
  • 401k Retirement plan with company match and additional company annual discretionary match opportunity
  • Life Insurance
  • Wellness Program
  • Tuition Reimbursement for Drivers and Technicians
  • Training and growth opportunities to build a career
  • We prioritize our OD family of employees
  • Ability to advance through our promote from within philosophy
  • National Career Opportunities Available at our 260+ service centers

Old Dominion Freight Line, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, and/or gender expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, military status, Vietnam Era and/or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law(s).

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Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field
  • CPA
  • 3+ years payroll, accounting, or similar analytical experience
  • Strong understanding of payroll processes and accounting principles
  • Proficiency in MS Excel
  • Ability to analyze payroll and accounting data
  • Effective written, oral, and interpersonal communication
  • Experience with payroll and accounting systems (SAP and Workday)
  • Attention to detail and organization
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The Company
20,591 Employees

What We Do

Old Dominion Freight Line, Inc. is a premier North American less-than-truckload (LTL) motor carrier. The company provides regional, inter-regional, and national LTL shipping services, as well as expedited transportation. Additionally, it offers value-added services such as container drayage, truckload brokerage, and supply chain consulting, operating a vast network of tractors and trailers to deliver promises across the United States and North America.

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