Payroll Associate I

Company: ALDI
Location: Naperville
Posted on: August 4, 2022

Job Description:

We're ALDI, one of America's favorite grocers. We've grown a lot in the past few years, expanding our reach and customer base all around the country. Whether it's in customer service or our exceptional products, we owe our success to the efficiencies we create in every corner of our company and the people at each level who make that happen.Our Human Resources Department is focused on ALDI's most valuable asset: our people. With teams including Administration, Employee Communications, Payroll & Benefits, Human Resource Information Systems, Legal, Risk & Security, Recruitment and Training & Development, HR makes sure that ALDI continues to employ talented and motivated people that are focused on preserving the supportive culture we're known for. We are looking for a knowledgeablePayroll Associate Ito administer payroll functions for one of ALDI's many divisions. Using BlueYonder, UltiPro, excel and an internally developed Payroll Administrative Suite, you will work alongside a team of peers to calculate wages, administer payments, update employee information and address employee questions. Our ideal candidate is customer service oriented, has payroll processing or similar experience, is familiar with managing large amounts of data, is comfortable with excel and has great communication and organizational skills. We also value integrity, optimism and a strong work ethic. Position Type: Full-TimeStarting Wage: $23.25 per hourWork Location: Naperville, ILThis role is eligible to participate in ALDI's Hybrid Work Program, which allows remote work up to 5 days per week (with a requirement to work in-office at least 1 day per month) Duties and Responsibilities: Must be able to perform duties with or without reasonable accommodation. Prepares, processes, reconciles and audits payroll data within the company payroll system. Maintains payroll data files and employee personnel files in accordance with company policy and procedures, as well as an efficient and well-organized filing system for the department ensuring items are archived and disposed of per company guidelines. Generates wage and hour reports as requested by management. Reconciles quarterly reports to ensure accurate wage and tax liability. Prepares and reconciles manual journal entries and distributes to Accounting for entry into the General Ledger system. Works proactively to identify, investigate, and report irregularities within designated area of responsibility. Conducts training and cross training of knowledge and expertise within area of responsibility. Communicates with internal and external auditors, attorneys and government agencies as required. Collaborates with team members and communicates relevant information to direct leader. Upholds the security and confidentiality of documents and data within area of responsibility. Other duties as assigned. Job Qualifications: ALDI Acts Competencies:Perform within ALDI Acts competencies as outlined below. Collaborates and Cooperates with Team: Commits to and supports a collaborative and high-performing working environment with peers and managers. Drives for Success: Seizes opportunities and proactively takes concrete actions to complete tasks. Goes the "extra mile" and persistently overcomes obstacles to improve outputs. Focuses on the Customer: Seeks to understand underlying customer needs to create value. Drives the team to maintain focus on customers. Focuses on Quality: Takes an efficient, analytical approach to solve problems or produce outputs in an accurate and timely manner. Ensures quality and accuracy of results. Plans and Prioritizes: Sets priorities and organizes information in order to efficiently and effectively "get the job done". Job-specific Competencies: Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Gives attention to detail and follows instruction. Ability to stay organized and multi-task efficiently. Ability to work both independently and within a team environment. Establishes goals and works toward achievement. Effective time management; maximizes productivity. Ability to utilize payroll and report writing software. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite. Ability to interpret and apply company policies and procedures. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Proficient in data entry and typing. Understands, reconciles and substantiates balances in associated General Ledger accounts. Displays expense and cost control in decision-making.Education and Experience: High School Diploma / GED required. A minimum of 1 year of relevant experience required. Or, a combination of education and experience providing equivalent knowledge. Associate's Degree in Business Administration, Accounting or related field preferred. Physical Requirements: Work is performed in an office environment where a computer, telephone and other office equipment are used as needed to perform duties. Regularly required to sit, reach, grasp, stand and move from one area to another. Constantly and repeatedly use keyboard/mouse. Occasionally required to push, pull, bend, lift and move up to 25 lbs. Travel: No travel required.ALDI offers competitive wages and benefits, including: 401(k) Plan Company 401(k) Matching Contributions Employee Assistance Program (EAP) PerkSpot National Employee Discount Program In addition, eligible employees are offered: Medical, Prescription, Dental & Vision Insurance Generous Vacation Time & 7 Paid Holidays Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance Life, Dependent Life and AD&D Insurance Voluntary Term Life InsuranceClick here to learn more about the benefits ALDI has to offerALDI is committed to equal opportunity for all employees and applicants. As a proud Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE), we do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, religion, sex, sexual stereotyping, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, pregnancy (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), or any other protected characteristic. Employment may be contingent upon ALDI's receipt of an acceptable and job-related drug test, motor vehicle report, and/or reference check, as applicable and permissible by law.PDN-96b9ba37-1fe4-4f22-b5dd-f73eb0469367

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