AEC Functional Lead

Safeway; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages paid weekly

Earned wages access with Stream

Associate discounts

Health and financial well-being (401k,

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Albertsons Companies is seeking a Functional Lead to oversee end-to-end payroll processing for the Phoenix-based team. You will manage daily operations, assign workload, and ensure accurate payroll execution while complying with federal and state regulations.

Lead a skilled payroll group, guide process improvements, and serve as a subject-matter expert for complex payroll matters, including garnishments and tax reporting.

Qualifications

• Three or more years of payroll experience in a highly automated environment.
• Experience supervising teams and coordinating payroll operations is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of state and federal payroll laws and garnishments.

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end payroll processing operations for the assigned processing team.
• Manage day-to-day operations, workflow and workload distribution.
• Ensure timely and accurate payroll delivery and compliance with applicable regulations.
• Provide guidance and troubleshooting for complex payroll matters.
• Maintain documentation, job aids, and process procedures.

Skills

Payroll experience

PeopleSoft HRMS

Garnishments & tax reporting

Leave management

Supervision & leadership

Education

High School Diploma/GED

AA/BA/BS preferred

Certified Payroll Professional (CCP) desirable

PeopleSoft Absence Management experience desirable

Tools

PeopleSoft HRMS

Job description

Why choose us?

Are you ready to take the next step in your career? Join us for an exciting opportunity at Albertsons Companies, where innovation and customer service go hand-in-hand!

At Albertsons Companies, we are looking for someone who’s not just seeking a job, but someone who wants to make an impact. In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to lead, innovate, and contribute to the growth of a company that values great service and lasting customer relationships. This position offers the chance to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment that’s constantly evolving.

What You Will Be Doing

The Functional Lead position is responsible for overseeing all functions related to the end-to-end payroll processing operation for their assigned Processing Teams. This includes managing day-to-day operations, workflow and workload distribution, payroll and payment transaction processing, special payroll transactions and runs, payroll deduction processing, payroll job execution, payroll-related banking functions, tax reporting, garnishment administration, compliance activities, and other payroll-related processes to ensure accurate and timely payroll delivery.

The position will be based in Phoenix, AZ.

Main Responsibilities

• Coordinates, prioritizes, and oversees the completion of all tasks, projects, and initiatives assigned within their area of responsibility.
• Provides workflow and workload direction to team members to maximize operational efficiency, service quality, and employee development.
• Monitors team capacity and productivity, proactively balancing workloads and resources to ensure timely and accurate processing.
• Monitors processing activities to ensure transaction and system issues are promptly identified, researched, resolved, and communicated; identifies opportunities to improve process efficiency, accuracy, and team proficiency.
• Oversee all day-to-day payroll processing operations for the assigned processing team, including daily, weekly, and periodic payroll transactions, payroll job execution, and specialized transaction processing related to all components of pay.
• Ensures adherence to departmental policies, standards, procedures, and service expectations while supporting standardization efforts and the implementation of best practices.
• Maintains compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations, as well as company policies, procedures, controls, and processing deadlines.
• Oversees the periodic review, maintenance, and enhancement of departmental documentation, job aids, and process procedures to ensure accuracy and consistency.
• Partners with management on personnel-related activities, including employee development, performance management, training, coaching, employee engagement, and recognition initiatives.
• Analyzes operational data, case trends, and processing metrics to identify training needs, process improvement opportunities, operational efficiencies, and areas for enhanced business support.
• Serves as a subject matter expert for payroll operations, providing guidance, troubleshooting support, and issue resolution for complex payroll matters.

Education Level

We are looking for candidates who possess the following:

• High School Diploma/GED required. A.A., B.A., or B.S. degree strongly desired.
• Certified Payroll Professional (CCP) desirable.
• PeopleSoft Absence Management experience desirable.

Skills And Experiences

• Three or more years of payroll experience in a highly automated payroll, Human Resources, or
• Accounting environment in a large organization.
• Supervision, Human Resource and Finance experience is a plus.
• Advanced knowledge of PeopleSoft HRMS application or similar software.
• Advanced knowledge of State and Federal laws, payroll, HR, garnishments, and contracts.
• Working knowledge of leave management systems.

We Also Provide a Variety Of Benefits Including

• 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). For eligibility requirements please visit myACI Benefits
• Leaders invested in your training, career growth and development
• An inclusive work environment with talented colleagues who reflect the communities we serve

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