Payroll Specialist I

La-Z-Boy Incorporated; Neosho (MO); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

401k with company match

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Job summary

La-Z-Boy Incorporated is seeking a Payroll Specialist to ensure timely, accurate payroll processing for 8000+ employees across multiple pay groups. The role uses Workday and Kronos in a hybrid setting, near a La-Z-Boy location.

The position supports implementing procedures to minimize errors, processes bonuses and other compensation, handles garnishments, and maintains strict confidentiality. Strong communication and meticulous time management are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience with Workday and UKG preferred.
• Ability to meet precise deadlines under pressure.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Solid organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Process payroll for Retail, Factory, Administration and Executives pay groups weekly, bi-weekly, and monthly using Workday and Kronos.
• Process bonuses, stock options, PCRP, dividends, etc.
• Provide payroll support and answer questions regarding amounts paid.
• Enter Incentive Pay timecards and review for accuracy.
• Manage garnishments and other withholding orders; ensure compliance.
• Balance wage payments and taxes.
• Coordinate interfaces with UKG, Workday, Wells Fargo, and ADP.
• Gather and analyze data to solve payroll issues.
• Maintain confidential records with high security.

Skills

Payroll knowledge

Communication

Time management

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associates degree

Tools

Workday

Kronos

UKG

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Comfort starts with our 10,000+ team members across the globe, who are transforming the power of comfort every day. Our employees have the power to change lives, in our homes, work and communities. We foster an inclusive environment while honoring a legacy built on family, where everyone can be themselves.

If you are ready to join an industry leading organization where our people are the most important asset, and innovation propels us into the future, you’re ready to take your seat at La-Z-Boy Incorporated.

WE BELIEVE IN THE TRANSFORMATIONAL POWER OF COMFORT

Job Summary

This position will be responsible for timely and accurate payroll processing and support of personnel for assigned pay groups. Assists in the implementation of processes and procedures to minimize payroll processing errors. This is a hybrid position meaning the employee must reside near the established La-Z-Boy location.

Job Description

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES (other duties as assigned):

• Process payroll for Retail, Factory, Administration and Executives pay groups as assigned on a weekly, bi-weekly and/or monthly pay cycle using Workday and Kronos systems, including entering payroll changes and adjustments as needed for an accurate payroll
• Process special compensation such as bonuses, stock options, PCRP, dividends, etc.
• Provides support to assigned pay groups as it relates to questions regarding amounts paid to employees
• Entry of Incentive Pay (IP) timecards, in addition to performing close review for accuracy, reasonableness and consistency for Factory Pay, if applicable
• Understand and process creditor garnishments, child support and other withholding orders and off cycle payments
• Balance wage payments and taxes
• May be responsible for incoming and outgoing interfaces and files, including but not limited to UKG, Workday, Wells Fargo and ADP
• Able to gather and analyze information and data to problem solve
• Organized with excellent time management skills to produce quality work
• Follow documented procedures and deliver quality work
• Maintains detailed and accurate records at all times with a high level of security and confidentiality of sensitive information
• Communicates in a shared inbox as well as through Workday case management; ensuring communication and resolution is completed timely

Scope & Impact

Part of a team responsible for providing accurate payrolls for 8000+ employees with multiple tax jurisdictions.

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma with 0 – 2 years of relevant work experience or equivalent
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Excel and Access
• Work independently with the ability to provide status of tasks on a regular basis and recognize unusual situations/requests before proceeding
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational skills, excellent time management with attention to detail
• Ability to work under precise deadlines and with flexibility
• A team player but able to work independently
• Self-motivated to ask questions and learn new processes
• Travel Required: None

Prefered Requirements

• Associates degree
• Experience with Workday and UKG systems
• Previous experience in a professional office or payroll setting

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

none

Physical Demands/Work Environment

Office environment/no specific or unusual physical or environmental demands.

OTHER DUTIES:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the incumbent for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Weekly Hours

40

Benefits For Employees In The US

Benefit offerings to employees and their families include: Medical, Vision, Dental and Basic Life Insurance, available 401k retirement plan with company match of up to 6%. Paid time off includes: 9-11 paid holidays each year, two weeks’ prorated vacation as a new hire and either personal time (non-exempt only) or state mandated sick time.

More information can be found via: https://learn.bswift.com/la-z-boy

If this role requires travel / driving in order to perform the key responsibilities outlined above, candidates must be able to meet the qualifications noted in the company’s Driver Management Program to be considered for the role.

At La-Z-Boy Incorporated, we're an equal opportunity employer. We understand that our employees’ diverse backgrounds, experiences, perspectives, and viewpoints add value to our ability to create and deliver the best possible service, quality products, and is of utmost importance as we work together to build comfort. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

We are committed to fostering an environment in which all employees feel valued, included, and empowered to do their best work and bring great ideas to the table. If you are a qualified individual that may need a change or adjustment to the application/interviewing/hiring process as a result of your disability, you may request a reasonable accommodations by emailing our recruiting team at [e-mail] or by calling 734-242-1444.