Senior Payroll & Benefits Analyst - Chicago or Decatur, IL

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Job Title: Senior Payroll & Benefits Analyst - Chicago or Decatur, IL
Location: Decatur, IL, New South Wales, USA

Company: Archer Daniels Midland Company (ADM)
Industry Sector: Agribusiness
Industry Type: Input Retail, Cooperative and Related Crop Services
Career Type: Accounting/Finance/Asset Management
Job Type: Full Time

Job Description: Job Description

Senior Payroll & Benefits Analyst - Chicago or Decatur, IL

ADM Branch Name: NA Corporate Accounting

This is a full-time, exempt level position.

Position Summary:

The Senior Payroll & Benefits Analyst is responsible for analyzing and managing payroll and benefits-related financial data to ensure accuracy, compliance, and efficiency in payroll processes. This role involves reviewing payroll and benefits entries and account reconciliations, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and supporting strategic decision-making. The position requires strong communication and analytical skills to influence stakeholders and improve payroll accounting operations.

Job Responsibilities:

Review payroll and benefits journal entries, including accruals, into the accounting system.
Analyze and review payroll, payroll taxes, and benefit balance sheet accounts, identifying discrepancies, inefficiencies, and opportunities for improvement.
Analyze and review employee benefits and pension related activity and footnote disclosures to ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards.
Collaborate with internal and external auditors to provide necessary documentation and resolve audit findings.
Maintain and update SOPs.
Partner with HR, Finance, and IT teams to implement system upgrades or process changes.
Serve as a subject matter expert on payroll accounting matters, providing guidance to HR, Finance, and other departments.
Ensure compliance with accounting standards, company policies, control and regulatory requirements.
Other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
5+ years of experience of accounting experience.
Strong knowledge of payroll and benefits systems, processes, and compliance requirements.
Proficiency in Hyperion Financial Management (HFM) and Microsoft Office Suite
Proven track record of process improvement.
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
Ability to communicate complex financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders.
Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently.
Experience with Power BI and large ERP systems (e.e. JDE, SAP, Blackline, etc) a plus

Key Competencies:

Analytical Thinking: Ability to interpret large datasets and derive actionable insights.
Communication: Clear and concise communication with internal stakeholders across departments.
Collaboration: Strong interpersonal skills to work effectively in cross-functional teams.
Initiative: Proactive approach to identifying and addressing payroll-related issues.
Adaptability: Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Excited about this role but don't think you meet every requirement listed? We encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this role or another one of our openings.

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Job Post Date: 07/03/25