Payroll Specialist

Reyes Holdings; Niles (IL); On-site; USD 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K Match

PTO

Education Reimbursement

Job summary

Reyes Coca-Cola Bottling is seeking a Payroll Specialist to handle timely, accurate payroll processing for weekly and bi-weekly cycles, ensuring compliance with governing regulations. You’ll work with CBAs, HRIS systems, and support teammates through coaching and training.

Preferred candidates have a College degree and experience with UKG Kronos; a High School Diploma or GED is required. This role offers full-time hours with benefits and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED with 0–2 years of related experience.
• College degree preferred.
• Experience with UKG Kronos Timekeeping is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Ensure timely, accurate payroll processing in compliance with regulations as a Payroll Specialist.
• Manage and oversee processing of multiple weekly and bi-weekly payrolls with respect to CBAs.
• Guarantee accuracy and timeliness of payroll while adhering to federal and state laws.
• Analyze payroll issues and implement corrective actions to improve efficiency and accuracy.
• Collaborate with HRIS to maintain system integrity during payroll setup and updates.
• Provide training and mentorship to team members through local sessions as needed.
• Oversee salary adjustments, deductions, bonuses, and payroll accounting, including final checks on separations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Payroll processing

Regulatory compliance

Team training

HRIS collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

College Degree

Tools

UKG Kronos

Job description

Join the leading beverage provider, Reyes Coca-Cola Bottling!

• Shift: Full Time, 9am start - Hours may vary based on business needs
• Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K Match, PTO, Education Reimbursement
• Salary: $24.09 - $30.12, hourly

If you enjoy our products, you’ll really enjoy being a part of our team!

Position Responsibilities:

• Ensure timely, accurate payroll processing in compliance with government regulations as a Payroll Specialist
• Manage and oversee the processing of multiple weekly and bi-weekly payrolls, ensuring full compliance with Collective Bargaining Agreements and contractual obligations
• Guarantee the accuracy and timeliness of payroll processing while strictly adhering to all relevant federal and state regulations
• Conduct thorough analysis of payroll issues, recommending and implementing corrective actions to improve efficiency and accuracy as a Payroll Specialist
• Collaborate effectively with Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS) to maintain system integrity and ensure compliance during payroll setup and updates
• Provide comprehensive training and mentorship to team members, facilitating local training sessions as needed to enhance team skills and knowledge
• Oversee and manage salary adjustments, deductions, bonuses, and payroll accounting, including the processing of final checks for both voluntary and involuntary employee separations
• Other duties as assigned

Required Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma/General Education Diploma with 0 to 2 years of related experience

Preferred Education and Experience:

• College Degree
• Experience with UKG or Kronos Timekeeping System

Benefits:

At the Reyes Family of Businesses, our Total Rewards Strategy prioritizes the holistic well-being of our employees. This position offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision coverage, Paid Time Off, Retirement Benefits, and complimentary Health Screenings.

Equal Opportunity Employee & Physical Demands:

Reyes Holdings and its businesses are equal opportunity employers. Company policy prohibits discrimination and harassment against any applicant or employee based on race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy or pregnancy-related medical conditions, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, citizenship, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law. In addition, the Company is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants and employees in accordance with applicable law. Requests for accommodation should be directed to your point of contact in the Talent Acquisition or Human Resources departments.

Background Check and Drug Screening:

Offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screening.

Pay Transparency:

Our compensation philosophy embraces diverse factors for fair pay decisions, valuing skills, experience, and the needs of our business. Moreover, this role may have the opportunity to participate in a discretionary incentive program, subject to program rules.