Sr Payroll Reconciliation Analyst

Company Description

At Link Snacks, we show up hungry, roll up our sleeves, plaid or otherwise, and dive straight into the hard work. We don’t hide from challenges; we hunt them down. We push harder, move faster, and take the kinds of big swings that built this business in the North Woods of Wisconsin four decades ago.

We’re everyday people who deliver extraordinary results. Innovation, creativity, and urgency aren’t buzzwords, they’re expectations. And just like the real protein snacks we make across our global house of brands—Jack Link’s®, Lorissa’s Kitchen®, Golden Island®, BiFi®, and Peperami® and KOOEE!® to name a few—there’s nothing artificial about us. What you see is exactly what you get: humble, gritty, passionate people who show up every day ready to not just be a participate in the meat snack industry that the Link Family created, but to move faster, innovate harder and keep raising the bar so high, the rest of the world needs a ladder just to see it.

Dominating this space across the world takes a team. A team that runs together, succeeds together, and celebrates together. A team that’s full of relentless energy and spirit that can only be fueled by one thing: a fist full of our delicious meat snacks.

Real Meat Protein. Real People. Real Results. THAT is Link Snacks.

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY

This Sr Payroll Reconciliation Analyst ensures the accuracy and integrity of the organization’s financial records by validating payroll data against source documents.  They identify and resolve discrepancies and ensure compliance with tax laws and labor regulations. This role requires strong payroll expertise along with a solid accounting foundation to ensure precision, compliance, and alignment with broader financial operations.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Systematically compare payroll outputs (earnings, taxes, benefits, deductions) against HR inputs and time-and-attendance records before finalizing transmission.
• Reconcile payroll liability accounts, tax deposits, garnishments, and benefits against general ledger entries.
• Establish and enforce strict payroll policies, procedures, and internal controls (such as SOX compliance) to prevent errors and fraudulent activities.
• Partner with HR and accounting to ensure payroll data flows seamlessly and aligns with overall business objectives.
• Manage and configure payroll and timekeeping software (e.g., UKG) to align pay cycles and deduction structures.
• Support internal and external audits.
• Remain current on existing and new payroll guidelines, processes, or any legislation impacting payroll. 
• Performs other duties as assigned.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a Team Member encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The work environment is an office setting with varying degrees of temperature and noise levels. The vast amount of work is conducted in a climate-controlled office. Travel may be required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an Team Member to be successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

While performing the duties of this job the Team Member is regularly required to sit, use hands and fingers, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The Team Member is occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. The Team Member must occasionally lift and/or more up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision. 

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field.
• 5+ years of payroll experience, including multi-state payroll processing.
• 2+ years of accounting experience or strong accounting knowledge.
• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) preferred.
• Experience with payroll systems (UKG, SAP).
• Strong understanding of payroll tax regulations and compliance requirements.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to reconcile and interpret financial data.
• Ability to manage sensitive and confidential information.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Effective communication and cross-functional collaboration.

Additional Information

The salary range for this role is $80,000- $100,000 (Annually).  Actual salaries will vary based on several factors, including but not limited to external market data, internal equity, location, and candidate skill set and experience. Base pay is just one component of Jack Link’s Total Rewards package for Team Members. Other rewards may include annual incentive and program-specific awards. Jack Link’s provides a variety of benefits to eligible Team Members, including medical, dental and vision benefits, life and disability insurance, 401k participation, paid holidays, and paid time off.

Disclaimer:

This job description is intended to generally describe the nature and level of work to be performed by employees in this position. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and skills required of employees performing this role.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:
Jack Link’s provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic that is protected by federal, state or local law.

E-VERIFY:
Jack Link’s is a participant in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees.  For information about the E-Verify program, please visit:  http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify/employeesAll your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.