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.
ALDI is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Payroll Manager to lead our payroll department and ensure the accurate and timely processing of employee compensation. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in payroll administration, compliance with relevant regulations, and expertise in payroll software systems. This role involves overseeing payroll operations, managing payroll-related inquiries, and implementing best practices to enhance efficiency and accuracy. The Payroll Manager will also collaborate closely with HR and finance teams to ensure seamless integration of payroll data and support organizational goals. We value innovation and are looking for someone who can streamline processes and foster a positive work environment. If you are a proactive problem-solver with excellent communication skills and a passion for delivering exceptional service, we invite you to join our team and contribute to our commitment to employee satisfaction and organizational excellence.
Position Type: Full-Time
Starting Salary: $150,000
Salary Increases: Year 2 - $160,000 | Year 3 - $170,000
Work Location: Naperville, IL
This role is eligible to participate in ALDI's Hybrid Work Program, which allows remote work up to 3 days per week (i.e., work remotely up to 3 days per week; work in-office at least 2 days per week).
Duties and Responsibilities:
Must be able to perform duties with or without reasonable accommodation.
* Develops and implements changes in policies and procedures related to Payroll functions.
* Ensures the training, development, and performance of their team's staff to retain a motivated, professional workforce that achieves their career objectives.
* Recruits and recommends qualified employees for their team's staff positions.
* Establishes and communicates job responsibilities and performance expectations to their team to ensure mutual understanding of desired results; evaluates performance and achievement of expectations and desired results; resolves internal or external barriers that prohibit successful goal achievement.
* Understands the overarching company strategy while communicating and modeling the core values of the organization to create a sense of teamwork and membership among employees.
* Assists management with recommendations on financial, fiscal, and payroll matters.
* Reviews the work performed by direct reports, and coaches on suggested improvements.
* Works with Payroll vendors to ensure software enhancements when needed.
* Consults with leadership on the development of their team's strategy.
* Advises leadership to source external vendors for applicable services when appropriate.
* Liaises with applicable areas of the business to ensure timely and efficient communication flow.
* Consults with the business to effectively design and streamline applicable processes within the organization.
* Keeps up-to-date on external best practices and relevant changes to their field/area; communicates updates to leadership.
* Remains current on new legislation and regulatory ruling impacting payroll.
* Manages all payroll records, reports, computations, and audits with internal and external auditors.
* Maintains adequate internal controls over all payment activity.
* Coordinates tracking and maintenance of payroll taxes and other regulated local, state, and federal taxing jurisdictions.
* Coordinates reporting preparation for required year end projects.
* Manages their team by driving projects and tasks to completion through effective prioritization, work planning, resource allocation, and cross-functional collaboration.
* Identifies cost-saving opportunities and potential process improvements.
* Serves as the primary link between their team's staff and leadership to assure understanding of company goals, objectives, and opportunities for improvement.
* Other duties as assigned.
Job-specific Competencies:
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
* Consistently demonstrates the ALDI Acts Competencies as outlined for the role.
* Ability to recommend, interpret, and/or apply company policies and procedures.
* Gives attention to detail and follows instruction.
* Ability to develop rapport, trust, and open communication that enhances the growth and job performance of direct reports.
* Understands the history, strategy, organizational authority, interdependence of job duties, products, systems, and services of the company.
* Conflict management skills.
* Ability to establish budgets considering all relevant variables and current financial plans.
* Ability to plan for and use funds to maximize the value of the financial resources of the organization.
* Understands cost/benefit analysis.
* Knowledge of conducting financial analysis strategies and how to effectively apply them in decision-making.
* Ability to facilitate group involvement when conducting meetings.
Education and Experience:
* Bachelor's Degree in Business, Human Resources, or a related field required.
* A minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in Payroll and retail operations required.
* Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) designation preferred.
* Or, a combination of education and experience providing equivalent knowledge.
Physical Requirements:
* Work may be performed in an office, remote office, or a combination of both where a computer and office equipment may be 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:
* Domestic travel required.
* Up to 10%.
ALDI offers competitive wages and benefits, including:
- 401(k) Plan
- Company 401(k) Matching Contributions
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- PerkSpot National Discount Program
In addition, eligible employees are offered:
- Medical, Prescription, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Generous Vacation Time & 7 Paid Holidays
- Up to 6 Weeks Paid Parental Leave at 100% of pay
- Up to 2 Weeks Paid Caregiver Leave at 100% of pay
- Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Life, Dependent Life and AD&D Insurance
- Voluntary Term Life Insurance
ALDI 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.
