Payroll Specialist

Role overview

Ferrero is hiring a Payroll Specialist for its Augusta, GA and Florence, KY operations. This role focuses on processing payroll for hourly and salaried employees, keeping payroll records accurate, generating reports, and responding to payroll-related questions in partnership with Human Resources. Applications are being reviewed now.

Key responsibilities

• Run accurate, on-time payroll for a multi-state employee population of more than 700 people, while working to strict and time-sensitive deadlines in a busy environment.
• Keep timekeeping records complete and make sure data moves correctly from the timekeeping platform into the payroll system.
• Gather, reconcile, and validate submissions for supplemental pay, time adjustments, and rate changes from several locations, ensuring all compliance requirements are met and the payroll system reflects the correct outcomes.
• Check payroll reports against timekeeping and department/base submission reports, confirm balances, and identify any discrepancies that need correction.
• Handle unemployment claims with the help of an outside vendor.
• Assist with internal and external audits that relate to compensation items.
• Contribute to payroll-related projects, process improvements, and other tasks as needed.

Candidate profile

The ideal applicant has an associate degree and prior experience in a similar position, or at least 3 years of directly relevant experience. Strong organization, communication, and attention to detail are important, along with solid math ability, Excel proficiency, and troubleshooting skills. Experience with a large payroll platform is useful, and familiarity with UKG, Kronos, or SAP is considered an advantage. The role also calls for someone who can manage competing priorities, perform under deadline pressure, adapt when circumstances change, and protect sensitive/confidential information.

About Ferrero

Ferrero started in Alba, Piedmont, Italy in 1946 and has grown into one of the world's largest sweet-packaged food companies, with well-known brands sold internationally. The company emphasizes a diverse, inclusive workplace where employees are supported to grow personally and professionally.

Artificial intelligence in recruitment

Ferrero may use AI-enabled tools during recruitment to help summarize application details and highlight possible alignment with the role. These tools do not make independent hiring decisions, and final selection choices are always made by recruiters and hiring managers.

Equal opportunity and accommodation

Ferrero is an equal opportunity employer and follows all applicable human rights laws. The company does not discriminate based on protected characteristics, including race, creed, color, sex, pregnancy, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, citizenship, or other legally protected status. Applicants with disabilities can request accommodation during any stage of the hiring process by contacting the People & Organization (HR) representative. Any information related to accommodation needs is handled confidentially.

Benefits and perks

Ferrero offers employee benefits and perks, with more details available through the company’s internal benefits information.

Additional notes

This position requires the ability to meet critical deadlines and work effectively in a fast-paced payroll environment. The job also involves working with and through the Human Resources team for the Augusta and Florence locations.