Business Analyst – Payroll

Albertsons Companies • PHOENIX, AZ

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About The Position

The Payroll Business Analyst supports Payroll operations through a broad understanding of payroll processes, systems, and data. The role analyzes processes and operational data to identify trends, gaps, and opportunities for improvement, standardization, and automation, and partners across business teams to develop effective solutions. The position supports initiatives that improve accuracy, efficiency, data quality, and the associate experience while enabling reliable and repeatable payroll processing.

Albertsons Companies is at the forefront of the revolution in retail. Committed to innovation and fostering a culture of belonging, our team is united with a unique purpose: to bring people together around the joys of food and to inspire well-being. We want talented individuals to be part of this journey!

Locally great and nationally strong, Albertsons Companies (NYSE: ACI) is a leading food and drug retailer in the U.S. We operate over 2,200 stores, 1,732 pharmacies, 405 fuel centers, 22 distribution facilities, and 19 manufacturing plants across 34 states and the District of Columbia. Our well-known banners include Albertsons, Safeway, Vons, Jewel-Osco, ACME, Shaw’s, Tom Thumb, United Supermarkets, United Express, Randalls, Albertson’s Market, Pavilions, Star Markets, Market Street, Carrs, Haggen, Lucky, Amigos, Andronico’s Community Markets, King’s, Balducci’s, and Albertson’s Market Street.

Our vision is to be a retail leader admired for national strength with deep local roots, offering an easy, fun, friendly, and inspiring experience, no matter how customers choose to shop with us. We celebrate the rich diversity of the communities we serve, and strive to create a workplace where everyone has equal access to opportunities and resources, and can fully contribute to their and our company’s success.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED required.
• Three or more years Payroll and HRIS experience
• Advanced analytical/research skills to resolve issues quickly and to continually review and change practices for maximum efficiency.
• Working knowledge of time and attendance and case management systems.
• Strong Microsoft office experience (Excel, Word and PowerPoint).
• Ability to quickly adapt to changes.
• Accurate, detail oriented and ability to multitask.
• Strong oral and written communication skills to have the appropriate level of interaction with customers interpreting procedures, policies, and technical applications.
• High degree of initiative and motivation; self-starter able to take direction when needed and pivot based on changing priorities.
• Proven team player.
• Excellent customer service skills and a strong sense of urgency.
• Strong judgment and decision-making skills to ensure all tasks are performed timely, legally and ethically
• Must be able to manage confidential information and maintain confidentiality.

Nice To Haves

• A.A., B.A., or B.S. degree is strongly desired
• Certified Payroll Professional (CCP) is desirable.
• Knowledge of PeopleSoft or similar software is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Analyzes and maps current- and future-state processes to identify inefficiencies, gaps, and opportunities for improvement, standardization, and automation.
• Analyzes operational data and develops metrics and reporting to identify trends, measure performance, and provide actionable recommendations.
• Uses business, technical, and HR expertise to develop solutions that streamline processes, improve data quality, and enhance the associate experience.
• Applies data, root-cause analysis, and business requirements to evaluate processes and solutions and support informed decision-making.
• Collaborates with management and cross-functional teams to implement solutions that improve efficiency, accuracy, automation, and operational quality.
• Partners across front- and back-office teams to understand end-to-end process interdependencies and develop solutions aligned with best practices.
• Supports system upgrades and implementations through requirements gathering, data and process validation, testing, and operational impact analysis.
• Bridges process, data, and technical knowledge across business teams to support successful project outcomes.
• Partners with Project Managers and technical teams to design and implement new processes and technology.
• Supports communications, training, and change management efforts to transition new processes and technology into operations.

Benefits

• Competitive wages paid weekly
• Access to up to 50% of your earned wages before payday, via our partnership with Stream
• Associate discounts
• Health and financial well-being benefits for eligible associates (Medical, Dental, 401k and more!)
• Time off (vacation, holidays, sick pay).
• Leaders invested in your training, career growth and development
• An inclusive work environment with talented colleagues who reflect the communities we serve

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED