Payroll Associate 2

Panduit•Tinley Park, IL

6d•Onsite

About The Position

At Panduit, we don’t just offer a job – we offer a career where your contributions directly impact our customers, the environment and our company’s success. You’ll have the opportunity to grow, innovate, and be a part of an inclusive team that celebrates both individual and collective achievements. If you’re ready to elevate your career and help us deliver exceptional experiences to our customers, apply today and make your mark with Panduit! Panduit is seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Associate to support the accurate and timely processing of multi-state payroll operations. This role serves as a key contributor within the payroll function, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations while delivering exceptional service to employees and business partners. The Payroll Associate II will analyze payroll data, resolve complex payroll issues, maintain employee records, and support continuous improvement initiatives across payroll processes. Your attention to detail can drive something that matters. Join Panduit’s Payroll Team and help keep operations accurate, compliant, and running smoothly. Explore the opportunity and apply today!

Requirements

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
Applicants must be 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.

Responsibilities

Process 1 bi- weekly and 3 weekly payrolls for employees in the US and Canada.
Review payroll transactions for accuracy, including earnings, deductions, taxes, garnishments, and benefit elections.
Audit payroll reports and investigate discrepancies prior to payroll finalization.
Research and resolve payroll-related inquiries from employees, managers, Human Resources, and Finance.
Maintain employee payroll records and ensure data integrity within payroll and HR systems.
Support year-end payroll activities , including W-2 preparation, audits, reconciliations, and reporting requirements.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations and company policies.
Partner with Human Resources, Benefits, Accounting, and external vendors to address payroll-related matters.
Assist with payroll system testing, upgrades, and process improvement initiatives .
Prepare payroll metrics , reports, and documentation for internal and external audits.
Identify opportunities to streamline workflows and improve payroll efficiency and accuracy.