Payroll Clerk Jobs

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 an entry level Payroll Clerk to assist in payroll functions for one of our divisions. You will learn to use various programs to tabulate hours, calculate wages and administer employee payments with the goal of leading the division payroll processing activities. The Payroll Clerk position is intended for candidates who are interested in the payroll field but have limited experience. The ideal candidate is customer service oriented, confident in their ability to use software and has great communication and organizational skills. We also value integrity, optimism and a strong work ethic.

Position Type: Full-Time
Starting Wage: $21.25 per hour
Work Location: Naperville, IL
This 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.

• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing payroll-related requests as needed.
• Maintains payroll information by collecting, calculating and entering data.
• Maintains payroll operations by following policies and procedures, as well as reporting needed changes.
• Maintains confidentiality and privacy of employee and company sensitive data.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Handles and processes garnishment requests.
• Performs all assigned tasks accurately, efficiently, and in accordance with applicable policies and procedures.
• Generates reports as required to provide information for management.
• Prepares, processes, reconciles and audits payroll data within the company-offered payroll system.
• Escalates issues to the appropriate level of support and/or management when necessary.

Job Qualifications:
ALDI Acts Competencies:
Perform within ALDI Acts competencies as outlined below.

• Plans and Prioritizes: Sets priorities and organizes information in order to efficiently and effectively “get the job done”.
• Focuses on the Customer: Seeks to understand underlying customer needs to create value. Drives the team to maintain focus on customers.
• 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 Quality: Takes an efficient, analytical approach to solve problems or produce outputs in an accurate and timely manner. Ensures quality and accuracy of results.
• Collaborates and Cooperates with Team: Commits to and supports a collaborative and high-performing working environment with peers and managers.

Job-specific Competencies:
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Gives attention to detail and follows instruction.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Understands data collection, entry, and reporting.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to stay organized and multi-task efficiently.
• Ability to interpret and apply company policies and procedures.
• Ability to prioritize and work under strict deadlines.
• Ability to work both independently and within a team environment.

Education and Experience:

• Associate’s Degree in Accounting, Business Administration or related field preferred.
• Or, a combination of education and experience providing equivalent knowledge.
• A minimum of 1 year of relevant experience required.
• High School Diploma / GED required.

Physical Requirements:

• Constantly and repeatedly use keyboard/mouse.
• 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.
• Occasionally required to push, pull, bend, lift and move up to 25 lbs.
• Regularly required to sit, reach, grasp, stand and move from one area to another.

Travel:

• Minimal travel required as needed for job related duties such as training, project work and administrative tasks.

ALDI offers competitive wages and benefits, including:

• Company 401(k) Matching Contributions
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• PerkSpot National Discount Program
• 401(k) Plan

In addition, eligible employees are offered:

• Life, Dependent Life and AD&D Insurance
• Up to 2 Weeks Paid Caregiver Leave at 100% of pay
• Up to 6 Weeks Paid Parental Leave at 100% of pay
• Medical, Prescription, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Voluntary Term Life Insurance
• Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Generous Vacation Time & 7 Paid Holidays

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.