Payroll Manager - Alsip IL

Griffith Foods is the caring, creative product development partner helping food companies meet the evolving needs of consumers while sustaining the planet. As a family business founded in 1919 and headquartered in Alsip, Illinois USA, Griffith Foods is known for true, collaborative innovation guided by their Purpose of "We Blend Care and Creativity to Nourish the World". The company's product capabilities range from seasonings and marinades to coating systems and sauces that are better for people and better for the planet. For more information, visit www.griffithfoods.com.

TITLE: Payroll Manager

LOCATION: Hybrid in Alsip, IL - Average 1-2days/week

COMP RANGE: $100,000 - $135,000/yearplus bonus

Griffith Foods is hiring a Payroll Manager to drive transformational change as you lead the evolution of US & Canadian payroll operations, leveraging Workday to establish industry-leading practices that impact 1,400 employees.

As a Payroll Manager, your responsibilities will include:

• Leading the bi-weekly payroll processing in the United States and Canada utilizing Workday.

• Preparing and overseeing the preparation of payroll-related documents to meet compliance requirements, and documenting activities and providing audit support.

• Manage all payroll tax audits in partnership with ADP Smart Compliances in the United States and Canada.

• Partner with Corporate Treasury to ensure funding of payroll & payroll tax plan obligations.

• Manage the reporting for and payments by the Griffith Foods Foundation, including review of all donation requests for the appropriate support, processing approved donations for payment and accounting by unit vs. the donation budget.

• Lead 1 direct report (Payroll & Retirement Plans Specialist).

The Payroll Managerposition is well suited for you if you:

• Have previously participated in a Workday payroll implementation or environment.

• Are a detail-oriented payroll expert with a passion for optimizing processes and collaborating across teams.

• Take initiative and have a comfort level in raising issues, suggesting solutions, and positively challenging others.

• Demonstrate strong analytical and critical thinking skills, good strategic thinking, excellent communication skills, honesty and integrity.

• Clearly articulate messages with all levels in the organization, including breaking down complex topics for target audiences.

• Have successfully managed sensitive, confidential matters and protected the security of information.

Qualified candidates will have:

• Bachelor's degree (BA or BS) OR 8 years of relevant experience, as an equivalent

• At least 5 years of payroll experience, including experience with multi-state US payrolls and Canadian payroll and supporting full-cycle payroll for at least 1,400 employees.

• At least 2 years of Workday Payroll experience.

• Proficiency in payroll and time tracking systems, such as Workday, ADP, CloudPay with experience implementing and managing payroll systems.

• Proficient computer skills with Microsoft Office, especially Excel, Word and Outlook.

• Willingness to work onsite in Alsip 1 - 2 days per week.

What will set you apart:

• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) certification

• Workday Payroll Certified

• At least 2 years of leading people.

Griffith Foods embraces WorkFlex, allowing employees to work remotely, and select options like compressed work weeks, flex time, etc. that creates an effective workplace where work patterns meet the needs of both employers & employees. Periodic onsite meetings may occur at our Lombard or Alsip (IL) locations.

The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: Medical, Rx, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts, EAP, Health Advocacy, Financial Planning, Parental Leave, Care.com, Adoption & Surrogacy Assistance, Education Assistance/Tuition Reimbursement, Safety Reimbursement, Lifestyle Spending Account, Group Life & AD&D, Voluntary Life Insurance, Short Term & Long Term Disability, 401(k) Plan with Company Match, ESOP, PTO, Holiday's & Leaves, Accident Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Hospital Indemnity, Home & Auto Insurance, Pet Insurance, Identity Theft Protection, Long Term Care + Life Insurance & Legal Assistance. There is also potential for a discretionary bonus, with a target of 6%. This bonus is based on personal & company performance and is not a guaranteed bonus plan.

At Griffith Foods, you can be a member of a globally connected team that is known for true, collaborative innovation, guided by our purpose to Blend Care and Creativity to Nourish The World. We are a family-owned business, founded in 1919 and headquartered in Alsip, Illinois USA. Our product capabilities range from seasonings and marinades to coating systems and sauces that are better for people and better for the planet.

At Griffith Foods, we aim to create a regenerative future and build food systems that are sustainable and resilient for both people and the planet. A sustainable supply chain enables us to deliver high-quality products in a way that supports the growers and farming communities.

Learn more about us at https://griffithfoods.com/careers/

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Griffith Foods believes that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunity. Griffith Foods does not discriminate against qualified employees or applicants because of the following actual or perceived characteristics: race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, breastfeeding or related medical condition, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, physical or mental disability, genetic characteristic or information, AIDS or HIV status, order of protection status, marital status, military or veteran status, unfavorable discharge from military service, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. Equal employment opportunity will be extended to all persons in all aspect of the employer-employee relationship, including recruitment, hiring, participation in benefit programs, training, promotion, transfer, discipline, layoff, recall, and termination.

Benefits:

Benefits for this role include Medical, Rx, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts, EAP, Health Advocacy, Financial Planning, Parental Leave, Care.com, Adoption & Surrogacy Assistance, Education Assistance/Tuition Reimbursement, Safety Reimbursement, Lifestyle Spending Account, Group Life & AD&D, Voluntary Life Insurance, Short Term & Long Term Disability, 401(k) Plan with Company Match, ESOP, PTO, Holiday's & Leaves, Accident Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Hospital Indemnity, Home & Auto Insurance, Pet Insurance, Identity Theft Protection, Long Term Care + Life Insurance & Legal Assistance. There is also potential for a discretionary bonus, this bonus is based on personal & company performance and is not a guaranteed bonus plan.

Client-provided location(s): Alsip, IL

Job ID: Griffith_Foods-JR100679

Employment Type: OTHER

Posted: 2025-08-16T19:57:46