Payroll Specialist

Location: New Berlin

Summary

The Payroll Specialist will provide operational support to all steps required to ensure "zero defect" weekly payroll cycle. This individual will also serve as a point of contact, providing as back-up to the payroll Manager, provide quality customer service to employees by responding to and resolving payroll-related inquiries in a timely manner, providing follow-up communication, as necessary.

Responsibilities

* Input, review, and audit timekeeping and other payroll-related records

* Train new users (employees, Supervisors, and Managers) in the proper use, audit, and approval for timekeeping system

* Audit ensuring data accuracy for new hire, job change, salary actions, termination, and other payroll and employment related documents as received to the payroll department for expected paycheck results

* Audit and communicate results to the appropriate Supervisor/Manager to ensure timely updates related to missing time punches, time-off request, and timeclock schedules

* Input for on-cycle, off-cycle, and bonus payrolls on weekly basis as assigned and ensuring timeliness and accuracy for: time file batches, historical/retro activities, termination payments, adjustments, supplemental payments, and all third-party interface files

* Maintain all updates and documents related to Payroll audits, workflows, and work procedures

* Assist in all year end processing including auditing, reconciling, and producing W-2s

* Receive, review, and input for processing of Garnishments and Lien documents complying with all Federal and State Laws for payments and required response(s); ensure that ADP can appropriately deduct and pay recipient appropriately

* Support with day-to-day administration of all payrolls related tasks

* Maintain department electronic documents and ensure accuracy for record retention, audit, and SOX compliance within payroll, as needed

* Assist with maintaining all necessary updates for internal communications related to Kronos, ADP, and Success Factor as related to payroll information, training, forms, notifications, etc.

* Perform other duties, as necessary

Requirements

* High School Diploma required with 5 years' experience in payroll administration role or Associates Degree in Accounting or related field with 2 years' minimum experience

* Working knowledge of payroll processes including data entry, pay calculations, garnishments, tax set-up, benefits, multi-state taxation rules, and wage & hour laws, etc.

* Experience with ADP and/or Kronos preferred

* Intermediate Excel skills

* Strong written and verbal communication skills

* Ability to understand and track missing and/or required payroll components

* Ability to maintain strict confidentiality of information reviewed and processed

* Enjoy daily interactions with employees, managers, and leadership via email, phone, teams, or in person

* Ability to understand, calculate, and explain complicated calculations and figures

* Monday and Tuesday (remote available);
Wednesday, Thursday and Friday are on site

About Us

Chobani is a food maker with a mission of making high-quality and nutritious food accessible to more people, while elevating our communities and making the world a healthier place. In short: making good food for all. In support of this mission, Chobani is a purpose-driven, people-first, food-and-wellness-focused company, and has been since its founding in 2005 by Hamdi Ulukaya, an immigrant to the U.S. The Company manufactures yogurt, oat milk, and creamers - Chobani yogurt is America's No.1 yogurt brand, made with natural ingredients without artificial preservatives.

Following the 2023 acquisition of La Colombe, a leading coffee roaster with a shared commitment to quality, craftmanship and impact, the Company began selling cold-pressed espresso and lattes on tap at cafés nationwide, as well as Ready to Drink (RTD) coffee beverages  2025, Chobani acquired Daily Harvest, a modern brand offering consumers nutritious, delicious and convenient ready-to-make meals.

Chobani uses food as a force for good in the world - putting humanity first in everything it does. The company's philanthropic efforts prioritize giving back to its communities and beyond.…