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Ahold Delhaize USA

Analyst Payroll - Finance/GL

Ahold Delhaize USA, Hyattsville, Maryland, United States, 20780

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Overview

Analyst Payroll - Finance/GL role at Ahold Delhaize USA. The position provides end-to-end financial support for the Payroll Department across all entities, including budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and payroll/benefit reporting. The role informs financial decisions through analytical review and prepares payroll-related reports using advanced Excel and ad hoc reporting. Responsibilities

Maintains payroll-related accounts and is responsible for reconciliation and accuracy of one or more accounts within a complex accounting system. Determines the need for new accounts and revisions in the account structure and creates change requests, testing changes to support revisions. Researches and advises payroll staff on the accounting treatment of complex transactions. Performs periodic internal audits of payroll areas and prepares materials for auditors. Performs variance analysis (end of period vs. end of quarter/year, prior year). Prepares severance accruals and financial enclosures for the global reporting package as appropriate. Prepares quarterly ACMs and accurately records transactions to the general ledger for salaries and related items. Assists with annual corporate and 401(k) audits by providing support schedules and coordinating auditor requests. Performs ad hoc domestic accounting reconciliations including payroll-related accruals and tax accounts; reviews reconciliations prepared by other payroll team members. Provides analytical support and proactively identifies, analyzes and interprets business performance drivers and opportunities. Serves as a consultant to senior executives and management, applying technical expertise to solve complex issues. Uses trend and variance analysis versus budgets and forecasts; performs root cause analysis to determine drivers for variances; identifies insights and provides actionable recommendations. Drives reporting and process improvements. Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting or related field. Excellent analytical and troubleshooting skills with effective written and verbal communication. Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel. Experience using ECP systems, S4 Hana General Ledger and other BI tools for reporting and analysis. Strong attention to detail; ability to influence others and lead meetings. Knowledge of budget preparation principles and techniques; ability to improve internal processes. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Minimum 3-5 years of experience in finance, accounting or related field; financial analytical, planning and budgeting experience preferred. Other Information

This position is eligible for an incentive bonus based on company performance. Our flexible/hybrid schedule includes 3 in-person days at core locations and 2 remote days. Core locations include Salisbury, NC; Chicago, IL; Quincy, MA; Carlisle, PA; Scarborough, ME; Hyattsville, MD; Mauldin, SC. We are committed to a welcoming work environment and to values of courage, care, teamwork, integrity and a bit of humor. We support collaboration, curiosity and continuous learning to help our people grow and deliver at all levels of the business.

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