Compensation & Payroll Coordinator (Entry to Mid)

Job Description

Job Description

Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc. (HATCI) is looking for a Compensation & Payroll Coordinator at our Superior Township, Michigan facility :

The Compensation & Payroll Coordinator will be responsible for and support our compensation strategy and payroll functions across the various locations, such as Michigan, California, Georgia, Alabama, Massachusetts including but not limited to contingent processing timesheets, updating payroll records and answering employee questions about payments.

You will help us maintain a competitive edge in the industry by analyzing our current total compensation packages and working with the HR team to enhance and optimize our compensation strategy.

Ultimately, you'll ensure employees are compensated correctly and on time, in a way that is equitable and competitive. To ensure success, the Compensation & Payroll Coordinator should possess great problem-solving skills with the ability to multitask and adapt in a diverse environment with employees at all levels within the organization.

As our Compensation & Payroll Coordinator, you will play a vital role in safeguarding the financial well-being of our organization and ensuring our employees are paid accurately and on time.

Join our team and contribute to the smooth and effective operation of our payroll and compensation functions.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities, including but not limited to :

• Develop systems to process payroll account transactions (e.g. salaries, benefits, garnishments, deductions, taxes and third-party payments)
• Coordinate timekeeping and payroll systems.
• Oversee processing of payroll changes (e.g. new hires, terminations, raises) and system upgrades.
• Ensure compliance with relevant laws and internal policies.
• Supervise and coach payroll clerks and assistants.
• Liaise with auditors and manage payroll tax audits.
• Process other financial compensations or deductions (e.g. annual bonuses, severance pay, taxes, worker's compensation)
• Handle benefit expenses, like insurance fees or paid leave.
• Produce reports to upper management upon request.
• Answer employee questions or complaints about salaries and payments.
• Work with authorities (e.g. IRS) on audits or requests.
• Work directly with Payroll System support to ensure all transactions are handled in timely manner.
• Collaborate with all administrative staff to ensure all payroll records are accurately reflected.
• Handle any off-cycle payroll transactions.
• Process exempt & Non-exempt payroll information as monthly or Bi-weekly payroll.

Required Skills :

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, Business Administration, Human Resources or relevant fields.
• Proven experience as a payroll coordinator or similar role
• Up to 5 years of related experience.
• Familiarity with payroll software / HRIS (e.g. SAP, ADP, Kronos) and MS Office (especially Excel)
• Excellent attention to detail
• Strong communication skills

Preferred Experience :

• Analytical research skills
• Experience defining and implementing comprehensive compensation strategies.
• Comfort with use and analysis of external benchmarking data for compensation comparison.

What We Offer :

• Zero-dollar employee premiums on Medical, dental, and vision for you and your family
• 100% employer-paid disability and Life insurance
• Generous paid Time Off including vacation, sick, and abundant holidays.
• A Global Environment that fosters diversity
• Competitive Salaries
• Retirement savings and planning benefits
• Flexible work hours, and hybrid work schedule options
• Access to Health savings accounts and flexible spending accounts
5 days ago