Payroll Administrator

The Ideal Tridon Group comprises a family of brands that support, secure, and connect the movement of air, fluid, and electricity in critical applications. With over 100 years of proven quality and a strong culture of service, we are the worldwide leader in clamps, strut, hose supports, conduit, fittings, and coupling solutions. Our products are engineered to meet the highest standards across a range of industries, and our commitment to innovation, reliability, and customer support ensures we’re ready to meet the demands of today and tomorrow. At the Ideal Tridon Group, connections aren’t just what we make—they’re the heart of everything we do. We are seeking a Payroll Administrator for our Corporate Human Resources Team based in Smyrna, TN or Auburn Hills, MI. Summary: The Payroll Administrator supports accurate, timely, secure, and compliant payroll processing for assigned employee populations. This role reviews payroll inputs, employee data, time and attendance records, deductions, taxes, direct deposits, and payroll reports; performs reconciliations; resolves employee questions; maintains documentation; and provides administrative support for quarter-end, year-end, audits, and process improvements. The position works closely with Human Resources, Finance, managers, employees, payroll vendors, tax providers, and benefit partners to protect data integrity and deliver reliable payroll service. Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Payroll Processing and AdministrationPrepare, enter, review, and validate payroll data for regular, off-cycle, correction, bonus, commission, and final payrolls within established deadlines. Review time and attendance records, new hires, terminations, transfers, pay changes, retroactive adjustments, paid time off, earnings, deductions, and direct-deposit information for completeness and accuracy. Process or support garnishments, child support orders, levies, benefit deductions, retirement contributions, and other authorized payroll deductions. Maintain payroll calendars, checklists, approval records, processing documentation, and employee payroll files in accordance with company requirements. Coordinate payroll funding information, pay statements, bank files, and vendor transmissions as assigned; escalate exceptions promptly. Reconciliation, Reporting and ControlsReconcile payroll registers, employee deductions, tax reports, direct deposits, benefit interfaces, retirement contributions, and payroll-related general ledger outputs. Identify variances, research root causes, document corrections, and follow issues through resolution before or after payroll close, as appropriate. Prepare recurring and ad hoc payroll reports for Human Resources, Finance, Operations, auditors, and leadership while applying appropriate confidentiality controls. Support quarter-end and year-end balancing, Forms W-2, amendments, tax notices, audit requests, and employee communications. Follow established segregation-of-duties, approval, access, record-retention, and data-privacy controls; report suspected errors or control concerns immediately. Employee and Stakeholder ServiceRespond to employee and manager questions regarding pay, time records, deductions, taxes, direct deposit, and payroll procedures with accuracy, professionalism, and appropriate discretion. Partner with Human Resources and benefits representatives to resolve deduction, eligibility, leave, and status-change discrepancies affecting payroll. Coordinate with payroll, tax, banking, benefit, and timekeeping vendors to research cases, monitor service issues, and validate corrections. Communicate payroll deadlines, required documentation, and issue status clearly to employees, managers, and internal partners. Systems, Data and Process ImprovementMaintain accurate employee payroll data within the HRIS, payroll, and timekeeping systems and support approved system updates, testing, integrations, and file feeds. Perform routine audits of employee records, pay rates, tax setup, deductions, bank information, and system outputs; correct approved discrepancies. Maintain standard operating procedures, desk guides, backup documentation, and training materials for assigned payroll activities. Recommend practical improvements that increase accuracy, timeliness, documentation, automation, employee service, and audit readiness. Serve as a trained backup for designated payroll responsibilities and perform other related duties or special projects as assigned. Measures of SuccessPayroll inputs and assigned processing steps are completed accurately and on schedule. Reconciliations, corrections, and supporting documentation are complete, timely, and audit-ready. Employee questions are acknowledged and resolved professionally within established service expectations. Confidential payroll information is protected and system access is used appropriately. Recurring errors and process risks are identified, escalated, and reduced through effective follow-up. Qualifications:Education and ExperienceBachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Human Resources, or a related field preferred; an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience may be considered. Five or more years of payroll administration or closely related payroll processing experience preferred. Experience supporting multi-state, multi-location, manufacturing, or distributed workforces preferred. Experience with an HRIS, payroll platform, and time and attendance system required; experience with system implementations or process changes is a plus. Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesWorking knowledge of payroll processing, payroll taxes, wage and hour concepts, deductions, garnishments, payroll accounting interfaces, and year-end reporting. Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including formulas, lookups, filtering, sorting, reconciliation, and preparation of clear payroll reports. Exceptional attention to detail and ability to work accurately under recurring deadlines and changing priorities. Ability to research discrepancies, compare data across systems, document findings, and escalate issues using sound judgment. Strong written and verbal communication skills with a service-oriented approach to employees and internal partners. Demonstrated integrity and discretion when handling confidential employee, banking, tax, compensation, and personal information. Ability to work independently while following established controls, approval requirements, and documented procedures. Preferred CredentialsFundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) or progress toward the Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) credential. Continuing education in payroll taxation, payroll compliance, accounting, HRIS administration, or data analysis. Work Environment & Culture: Foster and embody the Ideal Tridon Group values: Devoted to Customers – Builds trusted relationships through service and reliability. We Care – Acts with integrity, accountability, and respect for others. Passionate About Growth – Committed to personal and team development. Positive Energy – Creates a collaborative, energizing work environment. We Find a Way – Resourceful, determined, and solutions-focused. An Equal Opportunity Employer We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or any other status protected by law or regulation. It is our intention that all qualified applicants are given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.