NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation. Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world. Comcast NBCUniversal has announced its intent to create a new publicly traded company ('Versant') comprised of most of NBCUniversal's cable television networks, including USA Network, CNBC, MSNBC, Oxygen, E!, SYFY and Golf Channel along with complementary digital assets Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow, GolfPass, and SportsEngine. The well-capitalized company will have significant scale as a pure-play set of assets anchored by leading news, sports and entertainment content. The spin-off is expected to be completed during 2025. Position Overview: The Senior Financial Accounting Analyst for Payroll Tax and Processing is responsible for supporting all SAP Payroll tax, garnishment, and payroll processing activities including but not limited to tax jurisdiction setups, performing routine audits and preparing reports, assisting with the overpayment process and year-end processes, setup of garnishments with vendor, and researching/resolving all payroll tax related customer/employee issues, end to end on-cycle and off-cycle process, replacements, voids, and on demand payments.  This position will work closely with the Operations Team to collaborate, identify, and resolve inefficiencies. Essential Duties, Responsibilities, and Expectations: + Research and resolve all HRC inquiry tickets for Garnishments + Open, scan, and upload legal documents + Assist with the garnishment process + Audit Garnishments setup by vendor + Run garnishment reports through ADP Smart Compliance + Process Refunds + RSU and Fidelity Deposits + Audit W-4s quarterly + Work with ODM to archive garnishment/deduction documents. + Assist Payroll Tax team at quarter and year-end + Prepare and submit all local and state jurisdictions filings using ADP Smart Compliance. This includes monthly, quarterly, and annual filings. + Perform other duties as assigned by the Payroll Tax/Garnishment/Processing Leader + Process On-Cyle and Off-Cycle payroll in SAP for multiple NBCU business entities both union and non-union and ensure all processes are completed timely and accurately. + Proactively communicate and collaborate with process partners to ensure all data inputs are received for payroll processing. + Process 221 adjustments in SAP. + Process annual union payouts accurately and timely per union agreements. + Holiday Payouts + Vacation to Pension Processing + PTO Payouts + Partner with the Operations team regarding and Union issues related to Pension, Health, and Welfare including loading and processing adjustments. + Research and resolve processing issues and partner with IT support as needed. + Replacement Checks + Fraud Claim Research + Pay Slip inquiries and explanation + Maintain current knowledge of Multistate and Federal guidelines with a heavy emphasis on CA pay rules and the way in which various payroll items are to be processed, including but not limited processing final pay state terminations. + Review payroll simulation and audit report to ensure payroll efficiency and accuracy. + Manage payroll processing calendar and deadlines. + Ensure that payroll payments are successfully disbursed (check and ACH). + Ensure any live checks are printed, sealed, and mailed accordingly for any on-cycle or off-cycle payroll + UAT Participation to test any system upgrades or break fixes before they go to the production database to ensure everything is working properly. + Provide timely support and respond to questions from other departments. + Other duties as assigned. Key Competencies: + Commitment to customer service with a “can do” attitude focused on overcoming and solving problems. + Strong interpersonal, analytical, and prioritization skills. + Ability to balance stability and predictability with the need to constantly improve and adapt to the changing work environment. + Ability to communicate across all levels of the organization. + Provide stability and instill confidence to staff members. + Effective organization and planning skills. + Ability to interpret and analyze union pay rules. + Must be detailed oriented. + Ability to perform root cause analysis and develop mitigation plans to minimize risk to the organization. + Understanding of payroll taxes, garnishments, ADP Smart Compliance, and company tax policies and procedures. + Knowledge of federal, state, and local payroll laws, + Advanced level competency with Microsoft business programs such as Excel, Word, Outlook, Sharepoint, Visio, etc. Qualifications: + Bachelor’s Degree in a business-related field or equivalent + 2-5 years’ of experience working within payroll and providing support for payroll/payroll tax processing, internal/external audits, issue resolution, garnishments, and research of payroll tax issues. + Experience working with ADP Smart Compliance. + Experience working with SAP Payroll Module. + Certified Payroll Professional designation a plus Additional Information: + Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week. Subject to change based on Manager discussion or business need. + This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other benefits and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page (https://www.nbcunicareers.com/benefits)  of the Careers website. As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to AccessibilitySupport@nbcuni.com. Although you'll be hired as an NBCU employee, your employment and the responsibilities associated with this job likely will transition to Versant in the future. By joining at this pivotal time, you'll be a part of this exciting company as it takes shape.