Job Description
About the company Albertsons Companies is at the forefront of the revolution in retail. With a fixation on raising the bar with innovation and building belonging through our culture, our team is rallying our company around a unique purpose
: to create joy around each table and inspire a healthier tomorrow for every community. Albertsons Companies is one of the largest food and drug retailers in the United States, with over 2,200 stores in 34 states and the District of Columbia. Our well-known banners include Albertsons, Safeway, Vons, Jewel-Osco, Shaw's, Acme, Tom Thumb, Randalls, United Supermarkets, Pavilions, Star Market, Haggen, Carrs, Kings Food Markets, and Balducci's Food Lovers Market. We support our stores with 22 distribution centers and 19 manufacturing plants. Placing a premium on adaptability, safety and family well-being, our work model, Presence with a Purpose, offers a hybrid work environment between remote work and office time. A one-size-fits-all approach does not apply to everyone, and teams are empowered to make decisions best for them.
Bring your flavor Building the future of food and well-being starts with you. Join our team and bring your best self to the table. #bringyourflavor #LI-AM5
What you will be doing The Payroll Garnishment Specialist is responsible for managing and processing all payroll garnishments for employees, ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations while working closely with internal and external stakeholders. Understanding and experience communicating effectively with employees and agencies regarding multi-state garnishments for federal and state laws is necessary for this position. This position will be based in Phoenix, AZ in a hybrid environment.
Main responsibilities - Process all payroll garnishments in a timely and accurate manner, including wage attachments, child support orders, tax levies, and other court-ordered deductions.
- Review accuracy and validity to ensure all necessary documentation is obtained and maintained.
- Calculate and deduct the appropriate amount from employees' paychecks in accordance.
- Communicate with employees, payroll vendors, and government agencies to resolve any discrepancies or issues.
- Update payroll records and systems to reflect garnishment deductions and ensure accurate reporting to tax authorities and other relevant parties.
- Collaborate with HR, legal, and finance departments to address any concerns and provide guidance on best practices.
- Assist with audits and inquiries related to garnishments and provide support as needed to ensure accuracy and compliance.
- Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.
- Completes year-end tasks as assigned.
- Responsible for timely completion of error/defect-free work.
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What we are searching for - Experience with multi state garnishments for federal and state laws
- Effective communication skills to respond in a professional manner to inquiries from employees, creditors, child support agencies, attorneys.
- Willingness to cross-train for special projects related to payroll and special deduction processing.
- Basic knowledge of payroll or absence management processing, labor contracts, garnishments, and federal and state labor regulations.
- Basic knowledge of PeopleSoft HRMS applications, including payroll, contracts, absence management, and queries.
- Ability to grasp moderately complex processing tasks.
- Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office with emphasis on Excel.
- Excellent mathematical and calculation skills.
- Strong sense of urgency.
- Knowledge of payroll wage and tax laws.
We believe the successful candidate has these qualifications and experience:
- One to three years of payroll experience in a highly automated payroll, Human Resources, or Accounting environment, preferably in a large organization.
- High School Diploma/GED required. Any financial/payroll/tax-related training is a plus in formal classes or seminars.
What is it like at Albertsons? Our 290,000 associates have a passion for great service and building lasting relationships with our customers. Through a companywide focus on innovation, we are continually enhancing our digital and product offerings, making it easy for customers to get what they need, wherever they are.
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