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Payroll Administrator

Ulta Beauty, Inc.
Bolingbrook, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 4/7/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/6/2027

OVERVIEW

Experience something categorically different. With over 1,400 stores throughout the U.S., a thriving digital ecosystem and a growth trajectory that’s put Wall Street on notice; Ulta Beauty provides dynamic challenges for those who want to apply their financial acumen to ever-increasing levels of complexity. Professional ownership. Diverse and ever-evolving projects. Greater levels of impact. The ability to influence decisions and organizational direction. It’s all part of the daily experience of our Finance & Accounting associates.

 

If you want a collaborative environment where continual learning, career self-determination and trust are prioritized, where an engaged leadership provides deep levels of support and guidance, Ulta Beauty is uniquely positioned to deliver greater levels of career satisfaction. Are you up for the challenge?

THE IMPACT YOU CAN HAVE:

 

This position is responsible for the collection, accurate processing, and maintenance of data integrity across multiple payroll-related systems. The role ensures proper controls are in place and supports audit processes for all payroll transactions. Additionally, this position provides ongoing payroll customer service to current and former employees, as well as field and corporate management, through both verbal and written communication within a collaborative team environment.

YOU'LL ACCOMPLISH THESE GOALS BY:

  • Process payroll for multiple pay groups on weekly and bi-weekly schedules, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
  • Execute system interfaces across UKG, SAP ECP, and ADP platforms
  • Batch, validate, and enter payroll data for exempt and non-exempt employees across multiple systems
  • Investigate, troubleshoot, and resolve interface discrepancies and system errors
  • Reconcile payroll data across UKG, SAP ECP, and ADP in compliance with internal controls and SOX requirements
  • Generate and analyze audit reports to ensure payroll accuracy and regulatory compliance
  • Maintain and update payroll process documentation to support consistency, efficiency, and business continuity
  • Track payroll activity and produce ad hoc reports using ADP Reporting tools as requested
  • Process off-cycle and special payments in accordance with established guidelines
  • Respond to payroll inquiries via phone and email, delivering timely and professional issue resolution
  • Collaborate with employees, management, and cross-functional payroll team members
  • Identify opportunities for process improvements and support implementation of enhanced workflows
  • Provide support across payroll functional areas to ensure team effectiveness
  • Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned

 

The pay range for this position is $26.40 - $34.13 / Hour with the opportunity for eligible associates to earn additional compensation pursuant to the Company’s bonus plan. Exact pay will be based on factors including, but not limited to relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, level, shift, geographic location, and business and organizational needs. Full-time positions are eligible for paid time off, health, dental, vision, life and disability benefits. Part-time positions are eligible for dental, vision, life, and disability benefits. For additional information concerning our benefits, visit our Benefits and Career Development page: https://learn.bswift.com/ulta

ABOUT

At Ulta Beauty (NASDAQ: ULTA), the possibilities are beautiful. Ulta Beauty is the largest North American beauty retailer and the premier beauty destination for cosmetics, fragrance, skin care products, hair care products and salon services. We bring possibilities to life through the power of beauty each and every day in our stores and online with more than 25,000 products from approximately 500 well-established and emerging beauty brands across all categories and price points, including Ulta Beauty’s own private label. Ulta Beauty also offers a full-service salon in every store featuring—hair, skin, brow, and make-up services.

 

We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with arrest records, conviction records, or other criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of any applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York City Fair Chance Act.

Salary : $26 - $34

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