Associate Payroll Core Configuration Analyst

Job Description

TriNet is a leading provider of comprehensive human resources solutions for small to midsize businesses (SMBs). We enhance business productivity by enabling our clients to outsource their HR function to one strategic partner and allowing them to focus on operating and growing their core businesses. Our full-service HR solutions include features such as payroll processing, human capital consulting, employment law compliance and employee benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans and workers’ compensation insurance.

TriNet has a nationwide presence and an experienced executive team. Our stock is publicly traded on the NYSE under the ticker symbol TNET. If you’re passionate about innovation and making an impact on the large SMB market, come join us as we power our clients’ business success with extraordinary HR.

Dont meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that many potential applicants discourage themselves from applying to jobs unless they meet every single requirement. TriNet always strives to hire the most qualified candidate for a particular role, ensuring we deliver outstanding results for our small and medium-size customers. So if youre excited about this role but your past experience doesnt align perfectly with every single qualification in the job description, nobody’s perfect – and we encourage you to apply. You may just be the right candidate for this or other roles.

Job Summary

The US Off ‑ Cycle Payroll Associate Analyst supports accurate and timely completion of off ‑ cycle payroll activities, including termination payments, retro adjustments, missed earnings, corrections, and other non ‑ standard payroll runs across multiple US states. The role requires strong attention to detail, adherence to payroll regulations, and the ability to follow defined processes while supporting payroll accuracy and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in processing off ‑ cycle payroll runs such as retro pay, missed earnings, reimbursements, bonus runs, and final pay for terminated employees.
• Validate payroll inputs including hours, rate changes, one ‑ time payments, and deductions for completeness and accuracy.
• Support compliance with US state final wage laws by ensuring timely processing of termination pay.
• Perform basic gross ‑ to ‑ net validations for earnings, deductions, and taxes.
• Escalate issues, discrepancies, or missing information to senior analysts or supervisors.
• Maintain accurate payroll documentation in alignment with SOPs and audit controls.
• Partner with Payroll Tax, CDCM, HRIS, and Terminations teams to resolve payroll input discrepancies.
• Monitor assigned payroll queues and complete cases within defined timelines.
• Assist with quarter ‑ end and year ‑ end payroll reconciliation activities.
• Respond professionally to payroll ‑ related queries through email or case systems.
• Provide end-to-end customer support through multiple channels including Chat, Email, and Inbound/Outbound Calls, ensuring timely, accurate, and professional resolution of client and employee inquiries.
• Demonstrate flexibility to work in a 24/7 shift environment, including night shifts, weekends, and holidays, in alignment with business and client coverage requirements
  
  
  

Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Commerce, Finance, Business Administration, HR, or related field (preferred).
  
  
  

Experience

• 0–2 years of payroll processing or HR operations experience; exposure to US payroll preferred.
• Experience in a shared services or high ‑ volume processing environment is an advantage.
  
  
  

Certifications (Preferred)

• FPC (Fundamental Payroll Certification) – APA (optional)
  
  
  

Skills & Competencies

• Basic understanding of US payroll concepts (earnings, deductions, taxes).
• Familiarity with HRIS platforms such as PeopleSoft, Workday, or SAP
• Strong numerical and analytical ability with high attention to detail.
• Good communication skills with ability to collaborate across teams.
• Ability to work in a high ‑ volume environment and meet tight deadlines.
• Basic Excel proficiency (sorting, filtering, formulas).
• Willingness to learn payroll systems and tools.
  
  
  

Work Environment

• Work in a clean, pleasant, and comfortable office work setting. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable persons with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• This position is 100% in office.
  
  
  

Please Note: TriNet reserves the right to change or modify job duties and assignments at any time. The above job description is not all encompassing. Position functions and qualifications may vary depending on business necessity.

TriNet is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants based on race, religion, color, disability, medical condition, legally protected genetic information, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity or expression, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), age, veteran status or other legally protected characteristics. Any applicant with a mental or physical disability who requires an accommodation during the application process should contact recruiting@trinet.com to request such an accommodation.

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