Ingredion is seeking a Payroll Specialist to enhance our payroll team. The Payroll Team provides support to the America’s based businesses in the areas of payroll processing & controls, payroll related reporting, Audit Support and Payroll analytics. The payroll specialist role will be responsible for the accurate and timely processing of payroll and will report directly to the Payroll Supervisor.
Responsibilities
Own and manage workflow of pay groups as assigned to ensure bi-weekly payrolls are processed in a timely and accurate manner Process and audit employee updates as it relates to compensation, job changes, transfers, garnishments/levies and terminations Resolve payroll discrepancies, process adjustments, manual checks Provide excellent customer service to employee, vendor and manager inquiries Responsible in ensuring that the appropriate approvals are received from the sites and performs follow-ups when required. Respond to tax notices and all other mailings Complete verification of employment and unemployment requests Respond to internal/external audits and reporting requests with the Analyst Work closely with Team Lead and Supervisor to continuously improve skills and knowledge of payroll Willingness to accept and complete other projects as assigned Enforce and maintain SOX & RACM compliance for policies and procedures Escalate Issues that arise with urgency Other
Duties
as assigned
Requirements
University degree in Accounting or related field 2+ years payroll experience including both exempt and non-exempt payroll and knowledge of union implications to payroll related processing Strong knowledge of policies and procedures of payroll Demonstrated ability to handle confidential material Advanced computer skills, including Excel Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills Strong organizational and time-management skills High degree of accuracy and attention to detail Excellent and professional verbal and written communication skills Demonstrated understanding of multi-state wage and labor laws Excellent communication, customer service and organizational skills Continuous improvement attitude to seek out and implement best practices Relocation Available: No Ingredion is a leading global, plant-based ingredients solutions company. We make sweeteners, starches, nutrition ingredients and biomaterials that are used by customers in everyday products from foods and beverages to paper and pharmaceuticals. At Ingredion, we embrace possibilities and inspire each other to think big. Together, we are reimagining how we can make life better through our differentiated ingredients and innovative solutions. We share an inspiring purpose — to make life better, for our colleagues, our customers, our communities, and the world. We belong to a culture of bold innovators, of people who believe that their skills, creativity, and passion can deliver solutions that can enhance people’s lives. We create what's next, transforming our imagination into innovation. We have a welcoming and collaborative environment to build and grow a career in a multinational company. Here, everyone can be their authentic selves and be part of a community of talented and caring people, interacting with professionals around the world, made up of varied backgrounds, cultures and industries. We are encouraged to think differently and innovate through collaboration and experimentation. We are constantly imagining new ways to bring value to our customers, through new ingredients, solutions, and ways of working. Don’t see the dream job you are looking for? Share your contact information and CV/Resume to join our Talent Community! Want to receive new opportunities directly? Simply set up a Job Alert by signing-in and creating an account. After your account is established, click on Job Alert located in the top right corner and specify your preferences. Please ask your Ingredion connection about our Employee Referral Process!