Payroll and Commissions Analyst

JOB DESCRIPTION
Commission & Payroll Analyst - IP Video Surveillance
Be the key in ensuring the team has their pay processed on time, accurately, and in compliance with government regulations!
The Payroll and Commissions Analyst is a key member of the Americas Accounting team. The role works closely with the People and Culture (P&C) team and sales team to deliver pay and commission related deliverables and services.
The Payroll and Commissions Analyst will work out of our US office in beautiful Lake Oswego, OR. The position will report to our Accounting Manager.
The Team
The Americas Accounting team consists of highly passionate and experienced team members covering the US, Canada, and LATAM. While everyone is accountable for their areas, we collaborate extensively and enjoy sharing and helping each other succeed.
Key Roles & Responsibilities
Payroll Responsibilities (~30% of the role):• Implements, maintains, and reviews payroll processing systems to ensure timely and accurate processing of payroll transactions including salaries, benefits, garnishments, taxes, and other deductions.
Commissions Responsibilities (~50% of the role):• Responsible for day-to-day commission administration in Incent or similar sales commission system, resulting in accurate and timely commission payments• Partners with global commissions team to validate commission types, exceptions, and one-off modifications.• Respond to compensation-related inquiries from the Sales Team in an effective and timely manner• Perform configuration, testing, and other support activities related to plan, quota, and policy changes• Prepare key monthly commission reconciliation reports including reporting of monthly commission and sales attainment metrics
Compliance Responsibilities (~20% of the role):• Efficient and timely delivery of payroll and tax reporting in compliance with company policies and procedures; maintain compliance with applicable local, state, federal and provincial employment laws within the U.S. and Canada• Ensures accurate and timely processing of payroll updates including new hires, terminations, and changes to pay rates.• Processes off-cycle payments as necessary• Identifies and recommends updates to payroll processing software, systems, and procedures.• Performs other duties as assigned.• Registering with state agencies as employees are on-boarded in new states.• Strong attention to detail and accuracy, coupled with big-picture strategic understanding• Prepares and maintains accurate records and reports of payroll transactions.
Experience & Attributes:• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Human Resources, or related field preferred.• At least three to five years of related experience required.• Extensive knowledge of payroll functions including preparation, balancing, internal control, and payroll taxes.• Responsible for day-to-day commission administration in Incent or similar sales commission system, resulting in accurate and timely commission payments• Proactively identify, develop, and implement process improvements, documenting desktop procedures and training documentation to achieve efficiencies and scalability• Experience processing payroll in Canada, US, Brazil and Mexico• Note: Mexico and Brazil payroll will be calculated by third-party provider in-country. Seeking to maintain strong relationships with outside expert firms.• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.• Strong supervisory and leadership skills.• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.• Proficient with payroll software.• Experience with Oracle and Paycom preferred.
If you come across a role that intrigues you but doesn't perfectly align with your resume, we encourage you to apply anyway.
Why Milestone?
Ranked on the 100 Best Companies to Work for in Oregon, Milestone offers not only great benefits but also great culture. Employees here have flexible work environments, opportunities for further education, and the ability to effect change in our organization directly.
The annual salary for this position ranges from $105k to $125k range. Pay is based on the level, location, complexity, responsibility, and job duties of the specific position and is just one component of Milestone's total compensation package. Additionally, we offer an attractive benefits package that includes medical/dental benefits, FSA or HSA, 401k with 6% Safe Harbor employer match, paid parental leave, generous PTO (20 days' vacation, 10 days paid sick time, and 12 company holidays), fully paid Short Term disability policy, fully paid Long Term disability policy, and Life Insurance. If you are selected for an interview, please feel welcome to speak to our Talent Partner about our compensation philosophy.
Milestone is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
Contact and application Please apply at our website: www.milestonesys.com
We are looking forward to receiving your application.