Payroll Administrator

CF Industries • Northbrook, IL

1d • $56,700 - $74,800

About The Position

The Payroll Administrator is responsible for accurately and promptly processing payroll for employees in the United States and/or Canada. The role administers payroll activities, maintains payroll records, supports compliance and internal controls, responds to employee inquiries, and assists with payroll tax and year-end activities. Success requires strong attention to detail, customer service skills, and the ability to manage competing priorities in a deadline-driven environment.

The position is part of CF Industries’ Finance & Accounting function. It processes weekly and bi-weekly payrolls in Workday and works with HR, Finance, and third-party vendors to support payroll operations.

Requirements

• 5+ years of payroll processing experience.
• Experience with payroll systems and timekeeping applications.
• Knowledge of payroll regulations and payroll administration practices.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and customer service skills.
• Intermediate Microsoft Excel proficiency.

Nice To Haves

• Workday Payroll experience.
• CPP certification.

Responsibilities

• Process weekly and bi-weekly payrolls within Workday.
• Review, audit, and reconcile payroll and timekeeping data.
• Maintain employee payroll records, tax withholding elections, deductions, garnishments, and payroll adjustments.
• Support payroll tax filings, quarterly reporting, and year-end activities.
• Research and resolve employee payroll inquiries.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, payroll procedures, and applicable regulations.
• Coordinate with HR, Finance, and third-party vendors to support payroll operations.
• Participate in payroll projects and continuous improvement initiatives.

Benefits

• Incentive program available to all full-time employees.
• Two medical plan options.
• Health savings plan with a company contribution and a match.
• Dental and vision benefits.
• Well-being incentive program.
• 401(k) Plan with the potential to receive between 10% and 13% of employer contribution.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Paid time off programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed