Payroll Associate

Robert Half is seeking a Payroll Associate for this exciting opportunity with John Deere in Moline, IL!

This position will be onsite initially; the manager will allow it to move to hybrid (in the office on Wednesdays) once training is completed and ability to perform the job independently has been demonstrated.

Shift hours:

Monday and Tuesday- Start time is 6:30am.

Wednesday-Friday- Shift start time is more flexible.

Contact our Talent Manager, Christin, today to apply @ 563.214.1120!

Day to day duties:

- Process and analyze time, earnings, and deductions/withholdings on a weekly basis to derive accurate net pay in compliance with Human Resource/unit policies and union contracts

- Independently analyze and resolve complex payroll issues

- Communicate with employees of various levels regarding pay questions, processes, and training

- Build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with peers, unit partners, and other functional areas

Required skills:

- High attention to detail and accuracy

- Strong analytical skills and experience with complex data analysis

- Strong interpersonal communication and teamwork skills

- Ability to quickly learn multiple Payroll/IT software systems

- Ability to approach change with a positive mindset

- Ability to identify and implement process improvements

- Advanced experience using Microsoft Office applications, specifically Excel, Outlook, and Word

Skills that would make you stand out:

- Knowledge of payroll and payroll tax

- Experience maintaining confidential information

- Proficiency with SAP

- Experience using IBM/Host applications, such as TSO (Time Sharing Option) and RMDS (Report Management and Distribution System)

Educational requirements:

Associate or bachelor’s degree in a business or accounting discipline or equivalent experience