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Join McLane Company as an Sr. Payroll Systems Analyst and launch your career with a stable, industry-leading organization. Collaborate with payroll, HRIS, people department, IT&D, and compensation to analyze, design, and implement changes or enhancements to payroll systems, primarily within Workday. Evaluate Workday system changes, determine upstream and downstream impacts, troubleshoot payroll system problems, test configuration, and make changes in Workday Sandbox to migrate to production based on requirements. Provide system support to users and develop training and procedures for users in the corporate and field payroll departments.

This is an on-site position which will require the candidate to report and work from the office. Therefore, interested candidates should be within a 50-minute radius from Temple, TX.

What You'll Do:

• Analyze requested Workday Payroll and/or Time Tracking system changes and determine upstream and downstream impacts on payroll and related systems.
• Troubleshoot payroll system problems, identify root causes, and implement creative solutions.
• Make configuration changes in Workday Sandbox, perform thorough testing and regression testing, and implement approved changes in production.
• Collaborate with HRIS, IT, and Payroll teams to ensure data integrity and recommend process improvements.
• Prepare and execute tests to ensure modifications are adequately validated prior to implementation.
• Develop and maintain documentation and training materials for payroll system processes and procedures.
• Provide customer support for payroll system questions and issues, including transactional inquiries.
• Develop complex data reporting utilizing Excel, Workday, or other reporting tools in support of ad-hoc requests.
• Train members of the payroll team to enhance system performance and increase knowledge and skills in Workday payroll and time tracking.
• Ensure all open calls and issues are resolved within specified timeframes.
• Support and assist field HR and payroll teams with input, correction, and reporting requirements.

What We're Looking For:

• Bachelor's degree in human resources, business, accounting, or related field (preferred); or five years or more of payroll experience, including Workday payroll and/or time tracking.
• Ability to solve complex problems through detailed fact gathering and analytics.
• Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, formulas, data analysis).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Extensive experience with payroll systems, including troubleshooting and determining the best alternatives for implementing new procedures.
• Ability to meet deadlines and handle varying workloads with a high degree of accuracy.
• Must maintain a high level of confidentiality.
• Strong project management, decision-making, and analytical skills.

This position requires the ability to read, write, and understand English at a level sufficient to perform job-related tasks effectively and safely. This includes understanding work instructions, safety protocols, and communications essential to the role. The requirement is directly related to the nature of the job and ensures compliance with workplace safety and operational standards.

Why Join Us?

• Gain hands-on payroll analyst experience with mentorship from senior professionals
• Build your career with a stable, growth-oriented organization
• Be part of a collaborative team that values accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement

Benefits You Can Count On:

• Day 1 Benefits: medical, dental, and vision insurance, FSA/HSA, and company-paid life insurance 
• Paid time off begins day one.
• 401(k) Profit Sharing Plan after 90 days.
• Additional benefits: pet insurance, maternity/paternity leave, employee assistance programs, discount programs, tuition reimbursement program, and more!

Fit the following? We want you here!     

• Teamwork oriented 
• Organized 
• Problem solver 
• Detailed

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We've been forging our path as a leader in the distribution industry since 1894. Building an expansive nationwide network of team members for 130 years has allowed us to stay agile for our clients across the restaurant, retail, and e-commerce industries. We look to the future and are ready to continue making industry-defining moves by embracing the newest technology into our practices, continuing team member training, and emphasizing our people-centered culture.  

Candidates may be subject to a background check and drug screen, in accordance with applicable laws.  

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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