Payroll Associate

We are seeking an experienced, reliable payroll specialist to join our team. In this role, you will actively engage in payroll operations, ensuring accuracy and timeliness. You will work in a high‑volume office, processing payroll for 210,000+ employees. You will work collaboratively and with a team of skilled professionals in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment, demonstrating precision and expertise to maximize efficiency and productivity.

This position will impact a rapidly growing organization and offer career development opportunities for the right candidate.

• Consistently and accurately assist with processing payroll for 210,000+ employees including time adjustments, entries, bonus and special payments within required time frames and ensuring validation and accuracy through utilization of audit reports.
• Edit and review Compass/Kronos time records for discrepancies and adjust accordingly.
• Calculate and process retroactive pay.
• Process off–cycle checks, replacement checks and pay‑outs ensuring accurate recordation, record keeping and calculation in compliance with all state and federal regulations.
• Update banking institution data accordingly.
• Assist in banking matters.
• Verify benefit time accruals and ensure accurate payment in accordance with state regulations.
• Assist all customers with payroll inquiries – both phone and email (30–50 emails per day).
• Maintain payroll policies that comply with state and federal regulations.
• Adhere to internal controls, including SOX compliance.
• Show strong attention to detail and ability to prioritize tasks.
• Provide support and assist in training of new payroll associates.
• Provide support to garnishment and tax specialty areas as needed.
• Assist the Payroll Processing Manager and Director with special projects as requested.
• Interest in learning new skills and platforms as needed for new process‑improvement projects.
• Partner effectively with payroll team members and business partners.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Multi‑state payroll processing experience.
• Ability to communicate effectively (verbally and written), interpret, reason, read, understand verbal instructions, analyze, differentiate, memorize, coordinate, compile, instruct, and maintain emotional control during highly stressful times.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• 2‑5 years payroll experience.
• Ability to handle confidential information discreetly.
• Knowledge of software including Excel, Microsoft Word, email, and comfort with software applications on a PC.

• Correctly calculate hours worked for FLSA requirements.
• Payroll certification (CPP or FPC).
• Workday payroll experience.

• Employee Assistance Program
• Retirement plans with matching contribution
• Employee Stock Purchase Program
• Educational Assistance
• Access to Perk Spot, an employee discount platform for goods and services
• And much more!

At Dollar Tree, we make a difference in the lives of our customers every day by exceeding their expectations and delivering value – it’s what our business is built on. Our associates play an important role in this commitment by embracing change and showing up for their teams and their communities.

We see an exciting path forward as our company continues to grow and transform – and we know that this path starts with you.

Join our team today and discover The Value of You.

Dollar Tree is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to complying with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.

This job specification should not be construed to imply that these requirements are the exclusive standards of the position. This is not to be considered a complete list of job duties, which appear in the job description for this position, and which may be amended from time to time at the discretion of Dollar Tree. Incumbents will follow any other instructions and perform any other related duties as may be required by their supervisor.

Please note, this job description is not a contract of employment and may be modified to meet evolving business needs. Employment at Dollar Tree may be terminated at any time, with or without cause or notice.

Job Details

• Employment Type:
  
  Full‑time
• Location:
  
  500 Volvo Parkway, Chesapeake, Virginia 23320
• Seniority Level: Mid‑Senior level
• Job Function:
  Human Resources
• Industries:
  Retail