Payroll Specialist

AeroFlow Technologies•Livonia, MI

About The Position

At AeroFlow Technologies, we specialize in creating complex tube and duct assemblies using high-performance materials capable of withstanding extreme pressure, temperature, and chemical interactions. You can even find our products aboard NASA’s Space Launch System and in the F-35 fighter jets. That’s the level of quality and innovation you’ll be part of when you join our team. We are seeking a Payroll Specialist to manage the day‑to‑day U.S. payroll operations to ensure employees are paid accurately and on time. This role supports the Compensation, Benefits, & Compliance Manager by maintaining payroll records, processing employee changes, and ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. The Payroll Specialist also partners with site HR to provide accurate payroll information and guidance to assist site HR with addressing employee payroll‑related questions.

Requirements

Experience with U.S. payroll practices, including multi‑state payroll coordination
Understanding of ADP Workforce Now preferred; ability to learn and navigate payroll and HRIS systems
Familiarity with benefits deductions, payroll‑benefits reconciliation, and vendor reporting
High accuracy in data entry, auditing, and reviewing payroll‑related information
Ability to identify discrepancies, escalate issues appropriately, and support practical solutions
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and handles sensitive information with discretion and judgement.
Strong communication skills with the ability to partner effectively with HR, Finance, and cross‑functional teams
Ability to manage deadlines in a fast paced environment and prioritize multiple tasks effectively

Responsibilities

Process U.S. payroll on a weekly basis ensuring accuracy in hours, earnings, deductions, and taxes
Coordinate Canadian payroll on a semi-monthly basis in partnership with the company’s Canadian payroll firm
Run weekly reporting and audits to accurately process contributions to the U.S. 401(k) and HSA vendors.
Partner with the site U.S. HR team to update employee payroll information, including new hires, terminations, pay adjustments, and benefit deductions
Assist the Compensation, Benefits, & Compliance Manager in ensuring payroll practices comply with federal, state, and local regulations, including wage laws and tax requirements.
Prepare payroll summaries, audit reports, and data for HR and Finance teams.
Maintain ADP Workforce Now payroll system accuracy, assist with system updates, and troubleshoot programming issues as needed.
Support mergers and acquisitions by collaborating with internal stakeholders to ensure accurate payroll integration and data alignment.
Assist the Compensation, Benefits, & Compliance Manager in processing monthly payments to insurance carriers and other ad hoc compensation projects
Support the Global HR leadership team with ad-hoc HR tasks, projects, and strategic initiatives as assigned