Senior Payroll Specialist

Auto Zone’s Sr. Payroll Specialis t provides a variety of payroll and financial support using initiative and an intermediate knowledge of applicable skills, methods and practices, chooses appropriate alternatives from among pre-defined policies and procedures to complete work that includes successive steps & involves some non-routine problems and/or decisions. Applies industry and professional standards. Auto Zone policy and procedure, federal and state laws and other regulations.

Provides administrative and /or clerical support.

• Provide excellent customer service
• Complete and maintain transactions in enterprise system
• Provide review and oversight of all types of payroll transactions, some of which may be complex
• Reviews transactions and data; ensure approval based on alternatives regarding practice and policy
• Troubleshoot inquiries and issues, performing research and making corrections as needed and coordinating escalations when needed
• Obtain additional information from or provides instruction and guidance to customers and vendors; correct or elevate
• Access multiple systems to process transactions, retrieve information and/or initiate transactions
• Provide policy interpretation to determine the validity of customer requests and ensures compliance
• Contact outside agencies and banks to obtain clarification of rules and/or regulations
• Maintain documentation of processes
• Enter information into HCM and other payroll-related systems
• Provide support for international payroll processes and teams including but not limited to India, China, Taiwan, Turkey, Canada, Germany, France and U.K
• Complete other administrative and clerical activities as assigned
• Leads temporary, part-time Auto Zoners or interns
• Provides guidance to Payroll Specialists or Customer Service Representatives

• High school diploma or the equivalent required. Bachelor's degree (BA, BS) in Accounting or Business Administration preferred
• 1-3 years accounting &/or bookkeeping experience or the equivalent combination of education and experience
• Experience with Global Payroll, Customer Service or General Office required
• Proficiency in computer skills and in the use of spreadsheet and work processing software

Since opening our first store in 1979, Auto Zone has grown into a leading retailer and distributor of automotive parts and accessories across the Americas. Our customer-first mindset and commitment to Going the Extra Mile define who we are, for both our customers and Auto Zoners. Working at Auto Zone means being part of a team that values dedication, teamwork, and growth.

Whether you're helping customers or building your career, we provide tools and support to help you succeed and drive your future.

Auto Zone offers thoughtful benefits programs with one-on-one benefits guidance designed to improve Auto Zoners’ physical, mental and financial well-being.

• Competitive pay
• Unrivaled company culture
• Medical, dental and vision plans
• Exclusive discounts and perks, including an Auto Zone in-store discount
• 401(k) with company match and Stock Purchase Plan
• Auto Zoners Living Well Program for free mental health support
• Opportunities for career growth

• Paid time off
• Life, and short- and long-term disability insurance options
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts with wellness rewards
• Tuition reimbursement

Minimum age requirements may apply. Eligibility and waiting period requirements may apply; benefits for Auto Zoners in Puerto Rico, Hawaii, or the U.S. Virgin Islands may differ. Learn more about all that Auto Zone has to offer at

We proudly support Veterans, Active-duty Service Members, Reservists, National Guard and Military Families. Your experience is highly valued, and we encourage you to apply to join our team.

Auto Zone, and its subsidiary, ALLDATA are equal opportunity employers. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other legally protected categories.

Job Schedule Full time