Payroll Associate

Panduit

. Process bi-weekly and three-weekly payrolls for employees in the US and Canada .

Posted 10/2/2026full-timeTinley Park • Illinois • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $26 - $30 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in payroll processing, compliance with payroll regulations, and effective collaboration with cross-functional teams. Proficient in payroll systems and data analysis to enhance payroll efficiency and accuracy.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Payroll Processing ExperiencePayroll Compliance KnowledgeHRIS and Payroll Systems (Workday, ADP)Data Analysis and ReportingPayroll Audits and Reconciliations

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Hard Skills

Payroll ProcessingPayroll CompliancePayroll TaxesWage and Hour RegulationsData AnalysisPayroll ReportingPayroll AuditsReconciliationsProcess ImprovementEmployee Payroll Records Management

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailCustomer Service OrientationEffective CommunicationCollaborationContinuous Improvement Mindset

Tools & Technologies

HRISPayroll SystemsWorkdayADP

Certifications & Qualifications

Associate’s Degree in AccountingFinanceBusiness AdministrationHuman Resources

Industry Keywords

Payroll RegulationsFederal ComplianceState ComplianceLocal CompliancePayroll Metrics

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Process bi-weekly and three-weekly payrolls for employees in the US and Canada
Review payroll transactions for earnings, deductions, taxes, garnishments, and benefit elections
Audit payroll reports and investigate discrepancies before payroll finalization
Research and resolve payroll inquiries from employees, managers, Human Resources, and Finance
Maintain employee payroll records and data integrity in payroll and HR systems
Support year-end payroll activities, including W-2 preparation, audits, reconciliations, and reporting
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations and company policies
Partner with Human Resources, Benefits, Accounting, and external vendors
Assist with payroll system testing, upgrades, and process improvement initiatives
Prepare payroll metrics, reports, and documentation for audits
Identify opportunities to streamline workflows and improve payroll efficiency and accuracy

Requirements

What you’ll need

Associate’s Degree required in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Human Resources or relevant equivalent experience in lieu of degree
2+ years of payroll processing experience in a corporate environment
Working knowledge of payroll taxes, wage and hour regulations, and payroll compliance requirements
Experience with HRIS and payroll systems, preferably Workday and ADP
Prior involvement in payroll audits, reconciliations, or system implementation
Accuracy and attention to detail
Customer service orientation
Accountability and ownership
Effective communication
Collaboration across functions
Continuous improvement mindset
Data analysis and reporting
Currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis
Panduit will not sponsor applicants for work visas now or in the future

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible work options
Generous vacation, sick days, holidays, plus a volunteer day
401(k) and profit sharing plan
Student debt retirement match
Parental leave
In-person interview as part of the hiring process