Payroll and Benefits Coordinator

Orion Engineered Carbons Bondco GmbH; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Orion Engineered Carbons Bondco GmbH in Houston, TX is seeking a Payroll and Benefits Coordinator to manage US payroll and day-to-day benefits administration. You will process payroll, ensure accuracy, and act as primary contact for employee questions.

This role requires strong knowledge of ADP Workforce Now, a solid understanding of FLSA, and the ability to work with finance and HR colleagues to ensure compliance and timely reporting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; associate degree in accounting, business, or related field preferred.
• At least five years of payroll processing experience is required.
• Experience with ADP Workforce Now strongly preferred.
• Experience processing payroll for union-represented workers is a strong plus.
• Solid knowledge of employee benefits (medical, dental, vision, disability, 401k) is required.
• Expert-level knowledge of the Fair Labor Standards Act and payroll compliance is crucial.

Responsibilities

• Process bi-weekly payroll runs for US based employees.
• Reconcile payroll registers and validate reports before payment is initiated.
• Maintain payroll records and related documentation.
• Ensure compliance with pay provisions per company policy and labor agreements.
• Provide reports to finance and audit; explain variations and identify discrepancies.
• Advise managers and supervisors on payroll processing, tax laws, garnishments, and system issues.
• Work with payroll processor to respond to escalated employee inquiries.
• Serve as the primary internal contact for benefits plans (401k, medical, dental, vision, life, disability).
• Monitor changes and developments related to benefits and compliance.
• Assist with other HR tasks such as employee relations, training, and recruiting.

Skills

Payroll processing

ADP Workforce Now

Benefits administration

FLSA knowledge

Employee relations support

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree in accounting or business

Tools

ADP Workforce Now

Job description

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Payroll and Benefits Coordinator

The Payroll and Benefits Coordinator is the primary point of contact for all matters concerning payroll and day-to-day benefits administration for the corporation.

Essential Duties:

• Process bi-weekly and special payroll runs for US based employees.
• Reconcile payroll registers and validate confirmed reports before payment is initiated.
• Maintain payroll records and related documentation.
• Ensure compliance with pay provisions per company policy and labor agreements.
• Provide reports to colleagues in finance and audit; work with them to explain variations and identify discrepancies.
• Advise managers and supervisors on payroll processing, tax laws, garnishments, system issues and general matters concerning payroll.
• Work with the team and payroll processor to research and respond to escalated employee inquiries.
• Serve as the primary point of contact internally with respect to benefit plans, including 401k, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• Monitor changes and developments related to benefits including industry trends, compliance, and other matters.
• Assist with other HR related tasks and activities which may include employee relations, training, and recruiting.

Qualifications:

• A high school diploma is required; an associate degree in accounting, business, or a related discipline is a plus.
• At least five years of experience in a role that is primarily responsible for processing payroll are required.
• Experience with ADP software, including Workforce Now, is strongly preferred.
• Experience processing payroll for workers represented by a labor union is a strong plus.
• Solid knowledge of employee benefits such as medical, dental, vision, disability, 401k, is required.
• Expert-level knowledge of the Fair Labor Standards Act and other legal aspects of payroll and benefits administration is crucial for success in this role.

EOE AA M/F/VET/Disability:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, protected veteran status, disability, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws.