Payroll Analyst

Raley's; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Raley's is seeking a Senior Payroll Analyst to ensure accurate, timely, and compliant payroll operations across the enterprise. This role serves as a senior resource within Payroll, contributing to daily operations, payroll accounting, system support, process improvements, and strategic initiatives while partnering across Finance, HRIS, and IT.

This on-site position is based in West Sacramento, CA or Chandler, AZ, and requires travel to store locations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business or HR-related field.
• 5+ years of progressive payroll processing, payroll accounting, or payroll systems experience.
• Oracle HCM or similar payroll system experience preferred.
• Leadership or supervisory experience preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Support end-to-end payroll processing to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and compliance.
• Review payroll results, identify discrepancies, and resolve issues prior to finalization.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations.
• Support complex payroll transactions including retroactive adjustments, corrections, and off-cycle processing.
• Perform payroll-to-general ledger reconciliations and validate payroll postings.
• Partner with Finance on account mapping, accruals, and variance analysis.
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies between payroll, general ledger, and related systems.
• Maintain documentation supporting payroll controls and audit requirements.
• Monitor payroll system functionality and data integrity.
• Validate payroll-related file feeds and system integrations.
• Troubleshoot payroll system issues and coordinate resolution with HRIS, IT, and vendors.
• Support ongoing payroll data governance and control processes.
• Support Oracle payroll updates, patches, and quarterly releases.
• Participate in functional, regression, and payroll validation testing.
• Document test results, identify defects, and support issue resolution.
• Participate in payroll-related projects, system upgrades, and process improvements.
• Identify opportunities to automate and streamline payroll operations.
• Support standardization of payroll processes across operating companies.
• Serve as a key resource for payroll inquiries from HR, Finance, and business partners.
• Provide guidance on payroll processes, timelines, and impacts.
• Support payroll training, documentation, and communication efforts.
• Serve as interim Payroll Manager or acting Payroll Supervisor as needed for business continuity.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Complex payroll scenarios

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Organizational skills

Time management

Deadline-driven

Payroll knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or HR-related field

Tools

Oracle HCM

Job description

This is an in-person role based in either West Sacramento, CA or Chandler, AZ.

This position is not remote or hybrid and does not offer relocation assistance.

Who We Are

The Raley’s Companies is a private, family-owned, and purpose-driven retail company headquartered in West Sacramento, CA. Since our founding in 1935, our store operations have grown to include more than 235 locations across four states and four Tribal Nations under eight well-known banners: Raley’s, Bel Air, Nob Hill Foods, Raley’s O-N-E Market, Bashas’, Food City, AJ’s Fine Foods and Bashas’ Diné Market. In addition, The Raley’s Companies bridges the divide between the physical and digital retail experiences through the operation of Fieldera and FieldTRUE. Built on a higher purpose, the organization and our over 21,000 employees are committed to quality offerings, exceptional service and doing right by our team members, communities, and planet.

Today, the Raley’s, Bel Air Markets, Nob Hill Foods and Raley’s O-N-E Market banners carry on Tom’s legacy of innovation by serving as more than grocery stores. Our purpose of changing the way the world eats, one plate at a time, has made Raley’s a trusted source for nutrition and wellness. We strive to enhance transparency and education in the food system to help customers make more informed, healthy food choices. We also serve as the destination for the best fresh products, affordable offerings, and personalized service.

Position Purpose

As our Senior Payroll Analyst, you will support the accurate, timely, and compliant processing of payroll operations across the enterprise. This role serves as a senior-level resource within Payroll, contributing to daily operations, payroll accounting, system support, process improvements, and strategic initiatives while partnering across Finance, HRIS, and IT.

What You’ll Do & How You’ll Make a Difference

• Support end-to-end payroll processing to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and compliance
• Review payroll results, identify discrepancies, and resolve issues prior to finalization
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations
• Support complex payroll transactions including retroactive adjustments, corrections, and off-cycle processing
• Perform payroll-to-general ledger reconciliations and validate payroll postings
• Partner with Finance on account mapping, accruals, and variance analysis
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies between payroll, general ledger, and related systems
• Maintain documentation supporting payroll controls and audit requirements
• Monitor payroll system functionality and data integrity
• Validate payroll-related file feeds and system integrations
• Troubleshoot payroll system issues and coordinate resolution with HRIS, IT, and vendors
• Support ongoing payroll data governance and control processes
• Support Oracle payroll updates, patches, and quarterly releases
• Participate in functional, regression, and payroll validation testing
• Document test results, identify defects, and support issue resolution
• Participate in payroll-related projects, system upgrades, and process improvements
• Identify opportunities to automate and streamline payroll operations
• Support standardization of payroll processes across operating companies
• Serve as a key resource for payroll inquiries from HR, Finance, and business partners
• Provide guidance on payroll processes, timelines, and impacts
• Support payroll training, documentation, and communication efforts
• Serve as interim Payroll Manager or acting Payroll Supervisor as needed for business continuity

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Business or HR-related field
• Five (5+) years of progressive payroll processing, payroll accounting, or payroll systems experience
• Oracle HCM or similar payroll system experience preferred
• Leadership or supervisory experience preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience

Required Knowledge

• Payroll operations, accounting principles, and compliance requirements
• General ledger processes and financial reconciliation practices
• Payroll system integrations and data interfaces

Skills & Abilities

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail
• Ability to manage complex payroll scenarios and competing priorities
• Effective communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Commitment to a culture of respect, inclusion, and collaboration

Certifications Required

Physical Demands

• Sitting for extended periods

Work is performed in a business office environment. This position requires frequent travel to store locations or off-site meetings, and some overnight travel to remote locations may be required.

Permanent residency in California, Nevada, or Arizona is a condition of employment for this position. This means a job offer may be denied or rescinded and, if employed, employment may be terminated if an applicant/team member ceases to reside in California, Nevada, or Arizona.

Internal Applicants:

• No disciplinary action during the past 6 months.
• Your current leader must recommend that you apply for this position and provide endorsement upon request from HR.
• You must upload a resume and answer all application questions.

Compensation: The range displayed reflects the range the company reasonably expects to pay for the position. The actual compensation offered to the selected individual(s) will depend on their relevant education, training, or experience, among other bona fide factors.