Payroll Specialist - Decatur, IL

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* Job Title:

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* Payroll Specialist - Decatur, IL

** Department/Function:*
* Human Resources

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* Job Description:

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* ** Payroll Specialist
-Decatur, IL*
* This is a full time, non-exempt position.

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* Position Summary:

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* The Payroll Specialist will play a critical role in ADM's Corporate Payroll team. In this fast paced, customer service driven environment, the Payroll Specialist will interact with a diverse workforce including colleagues and management with top level visibility.  In line with ADM's core values, a successful candidate will demonstrate dedication to confidentiality and operational excellence with a focus on the customer.

The individual in this role will gain valuable knowledge, skills and experience in an area of Payroll that interacts daily with colleagues and management from all levels of the organization.  Excellent customer service is a must for this role as you direct and advise on personnel decisions of colleagues professional lives.

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* Job Responsibilities:

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* + Process US and Canadian hourly payroll, with accuracy and timeliness

+ Apply complex problem-solving skills to remediate any processing errors

+ Apply discretion in decision-making for maintaining compliance as well as a high level of customer service

+ Communicate effectively with local management teams to ensure accurate payroll processing

+ Approach process and system with a continuous improvement mindset

+ Maintain data  compliantly and securely

+ Complete balancing with accuracy for W2 and T4 processing

+ Consistently review employee status and update as needed

+ Ensure accurate process documentation inclusive of manuals and SOP's

+ Provide guidance and support to ADM employees timely, accurately and professionally

+ Collaborate with management and other departments across the organization for top notch customer service

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* Job Requirements:

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* + Minimum of three years of general office/accounting experience; payroll experience preferred

+ Associate's/Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent experience

+ Intermediate understanding of accounting/mathematical procedures is required

+ Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment

+ Strong strategic thinking and a firm attention to detail are a must

+ Excellent communication skills in writing and speaking forms

+ Knowledge of ADM business units/structure preferred

+ Superior attention to detail with the ability to locate discrepancies

+ Motivation to be innovative with a continuous improvement mindset

+ Exceptional customer service, organization and time management skills

+ Special projects may be given to help support management metrics

+ Ability to set goals, prioritize, and manage multiple tasks to meet deadlines

+ Comfortable making quick/calculated decisions

+ Knowledge of IBM (CICS & IMS) and MDM systems

+ Must be proficient in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook

+ Must be able to hear and speak clearly; read, comprehend and communicate, orally and in writing in order to effectively communicate in person or by phone

+ Physical requirements include standing, filing, bending, sitting for extended periods of time and working on the telephone

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.

** Req/Job :*
* 112001

** City:*
* Decatur

** State:*
* IL - Illinois

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* LI-DNI

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* ** 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

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* ** Including You*
* 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,…