Job Title:  Payroll Administrator

What You Need To Know

Shape a remarkable future with us. Build a career working for an industry leader that truly invests in their people – and equips them with leading technology, continuous learning, and the ability to bring their best selves to work. As the premier wine and spirits distributor, Southern Glazer’s isn't just one of Forbes’ Top Private Companies; it's a family-owned business with deep roots dating back to 1933.

The reputation of Southern Glazer’s is well-established, and it's no surprise that we are regularly recognized for our culture. Southern Glazer’s has been recognized by Newsweek as one of America’s Greatest Workplaces for Inclusion and Diversity, as well as for Women and Parents and Families. These accolades speak volumes about our commitment to creating a supportive and inclusive culture of belonging for all employees.

As a full-time employee, you can choose from a wide-ranging menu of our Top Shelf Benefits, including comprehensive medical and prescription drug coverage, dental and vision plans, tax-saving Flexible Spending Accounts, disability coverage, life insurance plans, and a 401(k) plan. We also offer tuition assistance, a wellness program, parental leave, vacation accrual, paid sick leave, and more.

By joining Southern Glazer’s, you would be part of a team that values excellence, innovation, and community. This is more than just a job – it's an opportunity to build the future of beverage distribution and grow with a company that truly cares about its people.

Overview

The Payroll Administrator is responsible for ensuring all employees are paid correctly and in a timely manner while remaining current on all changes in policies and procedures affecting payroll. The role will also work closely with accounting, human resources, and field administrative personnel to help secure an accurate payroll.

Primary Responsibilities

• Process end to end payroll accurately, timely, and in accordance to Federal, State, and Local laws for salaried and hourly employees
• Review and audit all data entries/changes on the employee record for accuracy including, but not limited to new hires, terminations, pay changes, direct deposit and tax elections
• Process, review, and balance payroll batch information which includes time clock entries, bonus entries and other compensation variable pay entries before payroll is finalized
• Research and resolve all payroll requests or inquiries
• Perform various payroll audits to ensure payroll is balanced and accurate

Additional Primary Responsibilities

• Post payroll to accounting for each pay cycle, to create payroll entries in General Ledger
• Administer all employee wage attachments (e.g., child supports, garnishments, tax levies) timely and accurately according to various state guidelines
• Submit electronic child support payments once audited and balanced
• Create and distribute payroll reports as needed
• Plan and organize workload around multiple assignments to manage deadlines and deliver achievement of assigned goals and objectives
• Communicate with various personnel through written and verbal methods to facilitate strong working relationships
• Serve as a back-up for other payroll administrators
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalency
• Three (3) years of experience in a multi-jurisdictional payroll environment
• Demonstrated functional knowledge of payroll concepts, compliances, practices and procedures
• Full understanding of all complexities with regards to calculating gross to net
• Two (2) years of experience processing payroll utilizing an integrated HR Platform (SAP preferred), specifically in the areas of transaction management, OM/PA processing payroll, running reports, translating results tables and knowledge of wage types
• Two (2) years of experience managing time and attendance system inquiries (KRONOS preferred)
• Demonstrated knowledge of MS Office Suites and Excel (V-Look Up and Pivot Tables)
• 10-key calculator required
• Strong Analytical Skills and High Attention to Detail Required
• Garnishment Experience
• Must be a team player and able to work in a fast-paced environment

Physical Demands

• Physical demands include a considerable amount of time sitting and typing/keyboarding, using a computer (e.g., keyboard, mouse, and monitor), or mobile device
• Physical demands with activity or condition may occasionally include walking, bending, reaching, standing, squatting, and stooping
• May require occasional lifting/lowering, pushing, carrying, or pulling up to 20lbs

EEO Statement

Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits, an Affirmative Action/EEO employer, prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. SGWS complies with all federal, state and local laws concerning consideration of a qualified applicant's arrest and/or criminal conviction records. Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits provides competitive compensation based on estimated performance level consistent with the past relevant experience, knowledge, skills, abilities and education of employees. Unless otherwise expressly stated, any pay ranges posted here are estimates from outside of Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits and do not reflect Southern Glazer's pay bands or ranges.