Payroll Representative at Land O'Lakes, Inc. in ARDEN HILLS, Minnesota

Job Description:

Payroll Representative

Join our HR team at Land O'Lakes! In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring the accurate and timely processing of employee time and attendance records, payroll calculations, and compliance with company policies and statutory requirements. This role requires a detail-oriented individual with strong organizational and communication skills to manage payroll processes effectively and handle employee inquiries regarding payroll and attendance matters.

This role is located at our Corporate Headquarters in Arden Hills, MN (Hybrid work arrangement each week)

Key Responsibilities:

Employee Support:

• Respond to employee and manager inquiries regarding payroll, time, and attendance.
  
  


• Provide guidance on payroll policies and procedures.
  
  


• Assist employees with accessing and using the time and attendance system.
  
  

Time and Attendance Management:

• Monitor and review employee time and attendance records for accuracy.
  
  


• Ensure all timecards are submitted and approved according to payroll deadlines.
  
  


• Resolve discrepancies in time and attendance records in collaboration with managers and employees.
  
  


• Maintain and update the time and attendance system with employee information and schedules.
  
  


• Troubleshoot timeclock hardware setup and collaborate with IT Helpdesk to resolve issues
  
  

Payroll Processing:

• Complete payroll time and attendance audits to be processed for payroll.
  
  


• Communicate with managers to verify accuracy and completeness of timesheets before submission.
  
  


• Complete payroll inputs and assist with off-cycle runs.
  
  

Continuous Improvement:

• Identify opportunities to streamline and improve payroll and attendance processes.
  
  


• Stay current with industry best practices and regulatory changes.
  
  

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, or a related field preferred.
  
  


• Minimum of 2 years of experience in payroll administration or a related role preferred.
  
  


• Knowledge of payroll principles, practices, and regulations desired
  
  


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel. Ability to navigate payroll systems (Workday).
  
  

Competencies:

• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
  
  


• Strong organizational and time management skills.
  
  


• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
  
  


• Customer service focused.
  
  


• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
  
  

Hourly pay range: $24.15-$36.23

About Land O'Lakes, Inc.

Join us and be part of a Fortune 250, farmer- and member-owned cooperative that is reimagining the business of food. We have been named a Top Workplace by Indeed and LinkedIn, and to the TIME 100 Most Influential Companies list.

Benefits for most full-time roles include medical, dental, vision, PTO, life & disability insurance, education assistance, a 401k and a variety of well-being resources. Most part-time employees are eligible for prorated PTO, holiday pay, employee development programs, prorated education assistance, and a 401(k).

Land O'Lakes, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) M/F/Vets/Disabled. The company maintains a drug-free workforce, including post-employment substance abuse testing pursuant to a Drug and Alcohol Policy.

Neither Land O'Lakes, nor its search firms, will ever contact you and ask for confidential information over the phone or in email. If you receive a call or email like this, please do not provide the information being requested.