Senior Payroll & Benefits Analyst - Chicago or Decatur, IL

Decatur

IL - Illinois

Finance, Accounting, Audit

Job Description

Senior Payroll & Benefits Analyst - Chicago or Decatur, IL
ADM Branch Name: NA Corporate Accounting
This is a full-time, exempt level position.

Position Summary:
The Senior Payroll & Benefits Analyst is responsible for analyzing and managing payroll and benefits-related financial data to ensure accuracy, compliance, and efficiency in payroll processes. This role involves reviewing payroll and benefits entries and account reconciliations, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and supporting strategic decision-making. The position requires strong communication and analytical skills to influence stakeholders and improve payroll accounting operations.

Job Responsibilities:

• Review payroll and benefits journal entries, including accruals, into the accounting system.
• Analyze and review payroll, payroll taxes, and benefit balance sheet accounts, identifying discrepancies, inefficiencies, and opportunities for improvement.
• Analyze and review employee benefits and pension related activity and footnote disclosures to ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards.
• Collaborate with internal and external auditors to provide necessary documentation and resolve audit findings.
• Maintain and update SOPs.
• Partner with HR, Finance, and IT teams to implement system upgrades or process changes.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on payroll accounting matters, providing guidance to HR, Finance, and other departments.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, company policies, control and regulatory requirements.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience of accounting experience.
• Strong knowledge of payroll and benefits systems, processes, and compliance requirements.
• Proficiency in Hyperion Financial Management (HFM) and Microsoft Office Suite
• Proven track record of process improvement.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to communicate complex financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently.
• Experience with Power BI and large ERP systems (e.e. JDE, SAP, Blackline, etc) a plus

Key Competencies:

• Analytical Thinking: Ability to interpret large datasets and derive actionable insights.
• Communication: Clear and concise communication with internal stakeholders across departments.
• Collaboration: Strong interpersonal skills to work effectively in cross-functional teams.
• Initiative: Proactive approach to identifying and addressing payroll-related issues.
• Adaptability: Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Excited about this role but don’t think you meet every requirement listed? We encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this role or another one of our openings.

ADM requires the successful completion of a background check.

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Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Hourly and salaried non-exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours.

If hired, employees will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

The pay range for this position is expected to be between:

$88,000.00 - $164,000.00

Salaried Incentive Plan

The total compensation package for this position will also include annual bonus

Benefits and Perks

Enriching the quality of life for the world begins by taking care of our colleagues. In addition to competitive pay, we support your diverse needs with a comprehensive total rewards package to enhance your well-being, including:

• Physical wellness – medical/Rx, dental, vision and on-site wellness center access or gym reimbursement (as applicable).
• Financial wellness – flexible spending accounts, health savings account, 401(k) with matching contributions and cash balance plan, discounted employee stock purchasing program, life insurance, disability, workers’ compensation, legal assistance, identity theft protection.
• Mental and social wellness – Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and Colleague Giving Programs (ADM Cares).

Additional benefits include:

• Paid time off including paid holidays.
• Adoption assistance and paid maternity and parental leave.
• Tuition assistance.
• Company-sponsored training and development resources, such as LinkedIn Learning, language training and mentoring programs.

*Benefits may vary for bargained locations, confirm benefit eligibility with your recruiter.

#IncludingYou

Diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging are cornerstones of ADM’s efforts to continue innovating, driving growth, and delivering outstanding performance. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce and create welcoming, truly inclusive work environments — environments that enable every ADM colleague to feel comfortable on the job, make meaningful contributions to our success, and grow their career. We respect and value the unique backgrounds and experiences that each person can bring to ADM because we know that diversity of perspectives makes us better, together.

We welcome everyone to apply. We are committed to ensuring all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, language, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law

About ADM

At ADM, we unlock the power of nature to provide access to nutrition worldwide. With industry-advancing innovations, a complete portfolio of ingredients and solutions to meet any taste, and a commitment to sustainability, we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional challenges of today and tomorrow. We’re a global leader in human and animal nutrition and the world’s premier agricultural origination and processing company. Our breadth, depth, insights, facilities and logistical expertise give us unparalleled capabilities to meet needs for food, beverages, health and wellness, and more. From the seed of the idea to the outcome of the solution, we enrich the quality of life the world over. Learn more at www.adm.com.

Req/Job ID

99404BR

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Ref ID

#LI-NA1