Payroll Analyst

Richmond, VA
Human Resources & Communications

AdvanSix plays a critical role in global supply chains, innovating and delivering essential products for our customers in a wide variety of end markets and applications that touch people’s lives, such as building and construction, fertilizers, plastics, solvents, packaging, paints, coatings, adhesives, and electronics. Our reliable and sustainable supply of quality products emerges from the vertically integrated value chain of our three U.S. based manufacturing facilities. AdvanSix strives to deliver best-in-class customer experiences and differentiated products in the industries of nylon solutions, chemical intermediates, and plant nutrients, guided by our core values of Safety, Integrity, Accountability and Respect.

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Why work at AdvanSix?

• We provide benefits that are industry competitive and focused on employee well-being

• Total Rewards program includes a competitive compensation, health, dental, vision & wellness programs, paid vacation, 401K with company matching, health savings programs, disability & life insurance, employee assistance program

• Tuition reimbursement for continued education, certifications, training, and development

• Work within a fast paced and innovative company, meeting passionate colleagues and partners with diverse backgrounds and experiences

Position Summary: The Payroll Analyst is responsible for processing biweekly payroll, ensuring accurate and timely payroll. Duties include calculating gross and net pay amounts (e.g., salary, overtime, shift payments, sales commissions, bonuses, deferred compensation, benefits, tax withholdings, deductions, payroll liabilities, etc.), records maintenance, reconciliation of payroll records, data verification and administration, and answering questions from employees and internal partners as needed.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Process and audit multiple union and non-union data inputs for bi-weekly payroll using the Ceridian Dayforce system.
  • Accurately calculate and process timesheets, attendance records, and other relevant data to ensure accurate payment calculations.
  • Address any discrepancies or issues related to payroll and resolve them promptly.
  • Stay up to date with federal, state, and local payroll regulations, tax laws, and reporting requirements.
  • Implement and maintain internal controls to safeguard payroll data and mitigate risks of errors or non-compliance.
  • Maintain accurate and organized payroll records, including employee information, timesheets, division, location, department, supervisor, tax withholdings, etc.
  • Prepare and distribute payroll reports to relevant departments, management, and external stakeholders as needed.
  • Handle employee inquiries regarding payroll matters in a professional and timely manner.
  • Continuously identify opportunities to streamline and improve payroll processes for greater efficiency and accuracy.
  • Review Quarterly payroll tax fillings for federal and states, work with representatives to resolve issues or notices.
  • Work closely with Payroll Specialist for payroll journaling, reconciliations, flux analysis and accruals on a bi-weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual schedule.
  • Process wage garnishments, child support and subpoenas as required by law.
  • Work in concert with HR to develop and implement new payroll procedures to be in compliance with all State and Federal laws.
  • Provide support between the integration of the payroll system and other financial systems.
  • Support internal business controls, ensuring SOX compliance and payroll data quality assurance.
  • Partner with Payroll Manager to ensure company SOPs are built, continuously reviewed, and updated
  • Prepare and manage payroll PBC list for internal and external audits.
  • Document and maintain payroll process training manuals.
  • Build and maintain vendor relationships with existing and future software systems.

Who You Are:

  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field preferred.
  • Five to 7 years of end-to-end multi-state payroll processing using web-based payroll systems (Ceridian Dayforce preferred).
  • In-depth knowledge of federal, state, and local payroll laws and regulations.
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel including VLOOKUP and pivot tables.
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain data accuracy and confidentiality.
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to handle multiple priorities and meet strict deadlines.
  • Exceptional problem-solving and analytical abilities to address payroll-related challenges effectively.
  • Proficiency in using payroll software, spreadsheets, and other relevant financial tools.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills to interact with employees and external parties in a professional manner.
  • Familiarity with general accounting principles and practices.
  • Knowledge of U.S. wage & hour laws, garnishments, and payroll tax withholding rules at the federal, state and local levels.
  • Experience with processing multiple union payrolls and knowledge of CBAs along with union dues, initiation fees etc. required.
  • Payroll/HRIS software implementation experience preferred.
  • Please note: this is a hybrid opportunity 

The expected base pay for this position is $69,100 – $103,700

We offer a range of market-competitive total rewards that include periodic pay rate adjustments based on market competitiveness. Hired applicants will be eligible for paid holidays, paid time off including vacation, eligibility to purchase company stock, tuition reimbursement, and a 401K with a competitive company match.  Certain roles may be eligible for discretionary financial benefits such as incentive pay, equity awards, and participation in a deferred compensation plan.  

Hired applicants will be eligible for medical, dental and vision insurance, flexible spending and health savings account eligibility, employer-provided short term disability benefits, eligibility to purchase long term disability benefits, employer-provided basic life insurance and eligibility to purchase voluntary life coverages.    

The pay range, incentives and benefits listed above are general guidelines only and not a guarantee of total compensation or benefits. The final offer will depend on multiple factors, including but not limited to, the responsibilities of the job, experience, education, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as the job location, applicability of a collective bargaining agreement, length of service, internal equity, and alignment with market data. The incentive pay is dependent on your role, business results and individual performance.  All aspects of total rewards offered are subject to the terms and conditions of the specific plans. 

At AdvanSix, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past work experience doesn’t perfectly align with every qualification in the job posting, we encourage you to still apply. You may just be the right candidate for this or other roles.
AdvanSix is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, religion, veteran status, or any other protected classification.
To all agencies: Please, no phone calls or emails to any employee of AdvanSix about this opening. All resumes submitted by search firms/employment agencies to any employee at AdvanSix via-email, the internet or in any form and/or method will be deemed the sole property of AdvanSix, unless such search firms/employment agencies were engaged by AdvanSix for this position and a valid agreement with AdvanSix is in place. In the event a candidate who was submitted outside of the AdvanSix agency engagement process is hired, no fee or payment of any kind will be paid.
Application Process

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  • It is easy to apply for AdvanSix jobs online. Create a profile in DayForce and upload your resume or fill in the form with your job history.
  • Your profile and resume will be reviewed by a recruiter and you’ll be notified via email whether you will be proceeding with the interview process
  • The first interview will be a telephone screening with the HR and recruiting team, If there is mutual interest, there will be additional interviews with the team and an in-person site visit
  • Once interviews are completed, if you are determined a good fit for the AdvanSix team, a formal offer will be extended. Offers will first be verbally given and quickly followed by a formal letter via email
  • Every offer is contingent on the successful completion of the pre-employment and background checks required for the position.
  • We can’t wait for you to join the team!