Payroll Coordinator

Payroll Coordinator (Hourly) – Initial 6-Month Focus Period (with possibility of ongoing employment)

Location: Knoxville, TN Manufacturing and Corporate Headquarters Island Campus (2901 Leisure Island Way, Knoxville, TN 37914)

Welcome to Explore Industries!

At Explore Industries, we’re more than just a global leader in fiberglass swimming pool design and manufacturing; we’re a family dedicated to making a positive impact on people’s lives. Our commitment to respect, integrity, and innovation sets us apart, and we believe in empowering every employee to bring their unique ideas to the table.

Join our dynamic team as a Payroll Coordinator at our Knoxville, TN Headquarters. We’re looking for a detail-oriented professional to support accurate and timely payroll processing in our ADP system while assisting with select HR and accounting functions. If you’re ready to dive into a role where your contributions truly matter, we want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities

The Payroll Coordinator reports directly to the Accounting Operations Manager and plays a key role in ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing using ADP while also providing support for select HR and accounting functions.

• Validate payroll data in ADP prior to processing, including verification of wages, shift differentials, bonuses, deductions, and other compensation elements.
• Confirm and complete system updates in ADP for employee events such as new hires, terminations, status changes, pay rate adjustments, tax withholdings, benefits enrollments/changes, and direct deposit setups.
• Process and reconcile bi-weekly payroll, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations across multiple states.
• Review and resolve discrepancies in payroll data, partnering with HR, Finance, and department managers as needed.
• Work with Finance to ensure cost codes align with Microsoft Business Central requirements.
• Support workers’ compensation audits, financial audits, and 401k audits by providing accurate payroll data, reconciliations, and documentation.
• Support year-end processes including W-2 preparation, reconciliations, and audit readiness.
• Assist with various HR functions (e.g., onboarding support, employee inquiries, and policy-related tasks) and accounting functions (e.g., general ledger reconciliations and reporting) as needed.
• Respond promptly to employee questions regarding pay, deductions, taxes, and benefits.
• Assist with onboarding payroll setup and offboarding processes.
• Generate payroll reports and provide support for pay rate adjustments, benchmarking, and process improvements.
• Ensure confidentiality and data security for all payroll and employee information.

What We’re Looking For

Education & Experience:

• Associate’s degree in Accounting, Business, HR, or related field preferred (or equivalent experience)
• 2+ years of payroll experience, preferably with ADP. Multi-state payroll and manufacturing / distribution background is a strong plus. Prior exposure to HR or accounting tasks is beneficial.
• Digital marketing experience (preferred)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Familiarity with social media platforms

 Skills and Qualifications:

• Proficiency with ADP Workforce Now (or similar), Microsoft Excel (intermediate to advanced), and general payroll/ERP systems. Familiarity with Microsoft Business Central is a plus.
• Strong understanding of payroll taxes, FLSA, multi-state compliance, labor regulations, cost accounting, and audit processes.
• High attention to detail, excellent organizational and follow-through skills, strong problem-solving abilities, and effective cross-functional communication.

Why Explore Industries?

Compensation

• Hourly Range: $24 – $28
• Actual compensation will be based on experience and job-related skills.

 Benefits & Additional Compensation
   Eligible employees may receive access to the following benefits and programs, subject to plan terms and eligibility requirements:

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
• 401(k) with company match
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options
• Optional life and disability insurance

Position Details: This is a full-time hourly position with an initial 6-month focus period, with possibility of ongoing employment based on business needs and performance.

We look forward to hearing from you!

Learn more about us at ExploreIndustries.com. 

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.