Southern Company

Payroll Systems Analyst

LocationAtlanta, GA
Job TypeFull-time

About This Job


Job Summary

The Payroll Systems Analyst is responsible for supporting centralized payroll functions for employees, vendors, and internal and external customers across the organization. This team has oversight for all system aspects of Payroll Services like managing the system jobs that produce payroll calculations on multiple, simultaneous pay cycles. This position is responsible for loading internal and external files, full data reconciliation and providing reports. Pay Systems generates all accounting files for balancing and distribution to various business partners. This position is also responsible for identifying system issues, partnering with Technology to resolve and testing solutions. This position provides additional support for system issues, system upgrades, and regression testing.


Job Requirements


Job Experience and Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred in Accounting, Business, Information Systems or related field
Minimum 1-5 years’ work experience in payroll, technology, Oracle HCM (Payroll, Time and Labor) strongly desired
Minimum 2-3 years’ experience working with ERP software (i.e.; SAP, Peoplesoft, Oracle) strongly desired
Understanding of Cloud computing strongly desired
Experience with applying Labor laws, including the Fair Labor Standards Act desired
Experience analyzing complex scenarios and balancing multiple tasks.


Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

Knowledge of payroll, HR systems, and timekeeping – as well as vendor systems and interfaces
Ability to handle multiple tasks, processes and projects timely and accurately
Proficiency required in desktop applications including Microsoft Office and TEAMS
Cross-functional collaboration with business partners for process improvements and efficiencies
Must possess excellent customer service skills along with the ability to anticipate problems or concerns, and demonstrate a strong track record of effectively resolving complex problems and responding in a timely manner
Must be analytical, detail oriented, process driven, and comfortable with a highly structured team environment


Behavioral Attributes

Models Our Values of Superior Performance, Act with Integrity and Intentional Inclusion.
Ethical Behavior: Is widely trusted; deals fairly and ethically with everyone; presents facts in an honest and direct manner; maintains strict confidentiality of sensitive information.
Innovation: Looks for ways to improve workplace effectiveness; solicits the creative ideas of others; efficiently works within budget and time constraints; exhibits willingness to work out of comfort zone.
Diversity: Values differences in people; understands different perspectives and frames of reference; recognizes the link between diversity and organizational success and supports an inclusive workplace.
Customer Focus: Dedicated to meeting expectations and requirements of internal and external customers; maintains effective relationships across organizations.
Teamwork: Communicates openly and values honesty; listens to others; works with others toward common goals. Willing to work weekends and after hours as needed.


Major Job Responsibilities

Partner with other teams within Payroll, HR Service Center, and other organizations across the system in order to achieve time sensitive deadlines
Review and test quarterly software updates, coordinating with other functional areas as needed
Ensure the accurate and timely processing of all payroll functions and team reports
Operate in compliance with federal, state, and company guidelines
Participate, as part of a team, in job rotation/rotating roles
Provide full process and system support
Utilize effective communications and networking to maintain a team environment
Perform other payroll related duties as assigned

Southern Company (NYSE: SO) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million residential and commercial customers across the Southeast and beyond through its family of companies. Providing clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy with excellent service is our mission. The company has electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies in four states, a competitive generation company, a leading distributed energy infrastructure company with national capabilities, a fiber optics network, and telecommunications services. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, resilience, and sustainability, we are taking action to meet our customers’ and communities’ needs while advancing our commitment to net zero emissions by 2050. Our uncompromising values ensure we put the needs of those we serve at the center of everything we do and are the key to our sustained success. We are transforming energy into economic, environmental and social progress for tomorrow. Our corporate culture and hiring practices have earned the company national awards and recognition from numerous organizations, including Forbes, Military Times, DiversityInc, Black Enterprise, J.D. Power, Fortune, Human Rights Campaign and more. To learn more, visit www.southerncompany.com .

Southern Company invests in the well-being of its employees and their families through a comprehensive total rewards strategy that includes competitive base salary, annual incentive awards for eligible employees and health, welfare and retirement benefits designed to support physical, financial, and emotional/social well-being. This position may also be eligible for additional compensation, such as an incentive program, with the amount of any bonus/awards subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan(s). A summary of the benefits offered for this position can be found here https://seo.nlx.org/southernco/pdf/SOCO-Benefits.pdf . Additional and specific details about total compensation and benefits will also be provided during the hiring process.

Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.


Job Identification: 10203


Job Category: Human Resources


Job Schedule: Full time


Company: Southern Company Services

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