Associate Director Accounting (Payroll) - R0323650-4330

Tyson Foods - Springdale, AR

Full-time - Mid Level

Springdale, AR

Food Manufacturing

About the position

The Associate Director of Accounting (Payroll) at Tyson Foods, Inc. is a pivotal role within the Corporate Accounting department, specifically focusing on payroll operations. This position is responsible for providing both strategic and tactical leadership to ensure that payroll is processed accurately and in a timely manner. The Associate Director will oversee various payroll accounting activities, implement payroll controls, and conduct audits to maintain compliance and efficiency in payroll processing. In this role, the Associate Director will collaborate with other departments to develop and refine corporate policies and processes related to payroll. They will manage the weekly payroll processing, ensuring that all transactions are executed flawlessly and that reporting to both internal and external stakeholders is timely, complete, and accurate. The position also involves managing SAP-related payroll configurations and system integrations, which are critical for the smooth operation of payroll functions. Additionally, the Associate Director will be responsible for completing system-related updates and creating operational reports that provide insights into payroll performance. They will support acquisition efforts by conducting payroll due diligence, gathering necessary data, and facilitating integration processes. Resolving payroll-related issues for team members, HR, management, and plant personnel is also a key responsibility, ensuring that company objectives align with payroll industry benchmarks. The role may also involve special projects as needed, contributing to the overall efficiency and effectiveness of the payroll department.

Responsibilities

• Manage Payroll Accounting Activities, Payroll Controls, and Audits.
• Partner with other departments on new and existing corporate policies and processes.
• Manage the weekly payroll processing.
• Provide timely, complete, and accurate reporting to internal and external customers.
• Manage SAP related payroll configuration and system integrations.
• Complete system related updates and creation of operational reports.
• Support acquisition efforts from a payroll due diligence, data gathering and integration prospective.
• Resolve payroll related issues for team members, HR, management, and plant location personnel as needed.
• Ensure consistency and application of federal, state, and local tax guidelines.
• Special projects as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in an academic field directly related and essential to this job (Accounting or Finance degree preferred).
• 7+ years related experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of SAP and advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office applications including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Excellent written, presentation and verbal communication skills.
• Certified Public Accountant preferred, but not required.
• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) designation preferred, but not required.
• Previous experience with HR and payroll processes, payroll and labor laws, payment/deduction laws, garnishment and overpayment laws, multi-state/local and federal tax withholding and reporting, and SAP configuration is preferred, but not required.

Benefits

• Paid time off
• 401(k) plans
• Affordable health, life, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits
• Relocation Assistance Eligible