LS Power Development, LLC

Payroll Analyst/Lead

LocationEast Brunswick, NJ
Job TypeFull-time

About This Job


Overview: About us:

Founded in 1990, LS Power is a premier development, investment, and operating company focused on the North American power and energy infrastructure sector, with leading platforms across generation, transmission and energy transition solutions. Since inception, LS Power has developed or acquired over 50,000 MW of power generation, including utility-scale solar, wind, hydro, battery energy storage, and natural gas-fired facilities. Through LS Power Grid, the Firm has built and operates approximately 780 miles of high-voltage transmission with another 350+ miles and multiple grid infrastructure projects currently under construction or development. Across its efforts, LS Power actively invests in and scales businesses that are accelerating the energy transition, including electric vehicle charging, demand response, microgrids, renewable fuels and waste-to-energy platforms. Over the years, LS Power has raised $65 billion in debt and equity capital to support North American infrastructure. Our Purpose, Mission, & Values:

Our Purpose is to solve complex energy problems that improve the world

Our Mission is to make lives better by developing a cleaner and more reliable energy ecosystem

Our Values are the willingness to participate in and help strengthen our culture of integrity, Innovation, Teamwork, and Taking Ownership


Our People create value and are our Most Valuable asset. We take our values of Integrity, Innovation, Teamwork and Taking Ownership seriously and ask candidates to think about how they can help us further enhance our culture with their specific skillsets, capabilities and experiences.


Benefits

We provide our team the opportunity to share their unique perspectives, solve new challenges, and continue in their career growth. We are committed to supporting employees’ happiness, healthiness, and overall well-being by providing comprehensive benefits that include 100% employer paid premium healthcare, paid parental leave and more.


About the Role:

We currently have an opportunity for a Payroll Analyst/Lead to join our team in East Brunswick, NJ. In this role, you will ensure accurate and compliant payroll processing while working closely with human resources, external consultants, auditors, and other stakeholders. You will identify opportunities to enhance efficiency and optimize payroll operations.


We are looking for a detail-oriented and proactive professional who thrives in a collaborative environment. You take initiative, set and execute goals, and communicate confidently with leadership. You are always seeking innovative ways to streamline processes and improve payroll operations.


Responsibilities: What you will do:

Process payroll data and manage updates, including direct deposit, tax withholdings, and garnishments.
Maintain accurate employee payroll records.
Generate and analyze ADP reports for payroll and HR functions.
Finalize and fund payroll processes while maintaining the annual payroll calendar.
Address and resolve employee payroll inquiries.
Assist with the annual workers’ compensation payroll audit.
Communicate address changes to Payroll and HR teams.


Timecard Processing Responsibilities:

Audit timekeeping records for compliance.
Send payroll schedule reminders and ensure approvals before processing.
Verify vacation, personal/wellness, and floating holiday entries.
Ensure accurate overtime calculations and proper time coding.
Process non-system time sheets and provide new hire timecard instructions.
Troubleshoot and support employees with timecard-related inquiries.


Accounting and Financial Responsibilities:

Prepare journal entries for payroll transactions.
Work with accounting to update reports and provide necessary data.


401(k) Administration:

Maintain audit spreadsheets and process employer contributions.
Conduct the annual 401(k) audit and assist with 5500 filing.

Year-End Processing:* Support year-end payroll activities, including master control reviews.

Review W-2s, process corrections, and finalize payrolls.
Process year-end bonuses.

Qualifications: We want you on our team because you…

Hold a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Human Resources, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
Have 4+ years of payroll experience, including multi-site/multistate payroll processing.
Possess strong knowledge and experience with ADP Workforce Now and Time & Attendance.
Have effective written and verbal communication skills.
Are self-motivated, results-driven, and thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Have strong attention to detail and the ability to prioritize workload.
Are proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and other Microsoft Suite applications.
Have excellent organizational skills with a commitment to producing high-quality work.
Have in-depth understanding of payroll tax regulations, including Federal, FICA, State, and Local withholdings.
Have knowledge of 401(k) rules and regulations.
Possess strong financial and analytical acumen.
Have strategic thinking skills with a focus on process automation and efficiency improvements.
Are a team player, collaborative, and passionate about optimizing business performance.


Ideally, you also have

Payroll or HR certification (CPP, PHR, and/or SHRM-CP).

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