Finance & Payroll Analyst 1705

Kooner Fleet Management Solutions is seeking a detail-oriented and analytically minded Financial & Payroll Analyst to join our rapidly growing, collaborative and diverse organization. The Financial & Payroll Analyst will play a crucial role in our operations by managing payroll processes, ensuring timely and accurate compensation for our valued staff, and contributing to the overall efficiency of our business. This role goes beyond traditional payroll processing—you’ll not only ensure accurate and compliant weekly payroll execution across multiple states, but also deliver meaningful financial insights through reporting, dashboards, and ad hoc analysis. You will work closely with Finance, HR, and Operations to connect payroll, benefits, and labor costs to the bigger financial picture.   We value a proactive attitude and the ability to manage competing priorities, as our fast-paced environment requires attention to detail and a commitment to excellence. This position is a hybrid remote opportunity based out of our corporate office in Sacramento and will be reporting to the Director of Finance.   Why Kooner Fleet Management Solutions?   With over 8 years of experience in the industry, Kooner FMS is recognized as one of the leading providers of fleet maintenance and emergency repair services in the United States. Our commitment to providing efficient and reliable fleet maintenance and repair services ensures that our clients' trucks and trailers remain in top condition, allowing them to operate safely and meet high standards. As a family-owned business, we take pride in our work, our partnerships, and our dedicated team members.   Excellent Benefits:   Competitive salary: $75,000-95,000 Medical, Dental, Vision  401K Match   Life Insurance   Opportunities for career growth and advancement     What the Finance & Payroll Analyst role looks like:   Payroll & Compliance  Process and reconcile weekly payroll accurately and on time, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.  Maintain up-to-date knowledge of multi-state payroll laws, wage/hour regulations, and reporting requirements.  Partner with HR to administer and reconcile employee benefits, retirement contributions, and deductions.  Assist with year-end payroll activities including W-2s, tax filings, and audits.  Financial Analysis & Reporting  Build and maintain dashboards, variance reports, and financial models related to labor, payroll, benefits, insurance and profitability at the tech level.  Provide ad hoc analysis to support management decisions, including headcount, overtime, and cost forecasting.  Develop and track KPIs related to payroll efficiency, labor utilization, and benefits spend.  Assist with journal entries and payroll-related accruals as part of monthly close.  Analytics & Process Improvement  Leverage Excel and reporting tools (Power BI, Tableau, or similar) to create insights from complex data sets.  Identify trends, risks, and opportunities in payroll and labor costs to improve forecasting accuracy.  Recommend process improvements to enhance payroll accuracy, efficiency, and compliance.    What our ideal candidate looks like:  Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or related field.  2+ years of experience in financial analysis, accounting, or payroll-related roles.  Experience with payroll and HRIS systems.  Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, modeling).  Experience with business intelligence tools (Power BI, Tableau, or similar).  Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.  Ability to handle confidential information with integrity.  Work Environment:  Standard office setting.  Must be able to lift up to 10 lbs.  Must be able to sit for up to 4 hours at a time.      Kooner Fleet Management Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants, free from discrimination and harassment. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We celebrate diversity and are dedicated to fostering a workplace where every team member can thrive.   Kooner Fleet Management Solutions participates in E-Verify for employment eligibility verification.      #KFMSC