Senior Payroll Administrator

ABOUT ROCHESTER SENSORS 

 
Rochester Sensors, an Amphenol Company, develops sensors in many different industries including industrial, heavy vehicle, power generation and storage. Rochester is increasing its range of sensor know-how and in-house technologies to create engineered solutions for its customers. We are a multi-national company headquartered in Dallas, Texas, with manufacturing facilities in Coppell, Texas USA; Mexico City, Mexico; Brussels, Belgium; Warwick, United Kingdom, Shannon, Ireland and Shanghai, China.

Rochester builds Quality, Accuracy, and Reliability into all of our products. New designs and technologies are being introduced to further enhance your satisfaction with our products. 

All of our products are constructed of quality materials to ensure durability and longevity. Rochester products are sold to original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) & distributors in the following markets: 

Agricultural • Aircraft • Automotive • Refrigeration • Industrial • LP Gas Marine • Heavy Truck • Off-Road • Construction • Locomotive Petrochemicals • Process Equipment 

SR PAYROLL ADMINISTRATOR

MUST BE LOCATED IN THE DFW AREA. THIS IS NOT A REMOTE POSITION

OVERVIEW 

The Payroll Administrator is responsible for the accurate and timely administration of payroll and payroll-related programs, including ADP maintenance, payroll audits and reconciliations, employee payroll support, and administration of 401(k), HSA, and other payroll deductions. Working closely with Human Resources, Finance, employees, and third-party vendors, this role helps ensure compliance with applicable regulations, maintains the integrity of payroll and benefit transactions, and supports uninterrupted payroll operations through strong process controls, reporting, and business continuity support.

RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Process weekly and bi-weekly payroll accurately and timely in accordance with company policies and payroll schedules. 
• Maintain employee payroll records and ensure data accuracy within ADP. 
• Review, audit, and reconcile payroll transactions, earnings, deductions, taxes, and benefits. 
• Administer payroll-related programs, including 401(k), HSA, garnishments, direct deposits, and other employee deductions. 
• Coordinate payroll deductions and funding with benefit and retirement plan vendors. 
• Respond to employee payroll inquiries and resolve payroll-related issues in a timely and professional manner. 
• Support payroll tax reporting and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations. 
• Prepare payroll reports, reconciliations, and documentation for Finance, Human Resources, audits, and regulatory requirements. 
• Monitor payroll processes and identify opportunities to improve accuracy, efficiency, and internal controls. 
• Assist with ADP administration, system maintenance, testing, and implementation of system updates. 
• Maintain confidential employee payroll and compensation information with the highest level of discretion. 
• Develop and maintain payroll procedures, process documentation, and training materials. 
• Partner with Human Resources, Finance, and external vendors to ensure accurate payroll and benefits administration. 
• Serve as a backup resource for critical payroll functions to ensure business continuity during absences, transitions, or staffing changes. 
• Support year-end payroll activities, including W-2 processing, audits, and compliance reporting.

 REQUIRED EXPERIENCE 

• 3-5 years of payroll administration experience, including multi-state payroll processing. 
• Experience with ADP Workforce Now or similar payroll/HRIS systems. 
• Knowledge of payroll tax regulations, compliance requirements, and payroll audits. 
• Experience administering 401(k), HSA, garnishments, and other employee payroll deductions. 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and payroll reporting/reconciliations. 
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to maintain confidentiality. 
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet critical payroll deadlines. 
• Experience partnering with HR, Finance, and external vendors to support payroll and benefits administration.
• Experience with year-end payroll processing, W-2 preparation, and process improvements.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS 
Up to 10% travel may be required 
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS 
While performing the duties of this job, employees may be required to walk for prolonged periods of time, frequently bending, climbing, rotating, squatting, reaching, kneeling, or stooping, lifting up to 25 pounds, and periods of computer use. 

Employees may be frequently exposed to heat/cold, heights, gases, vibration, dust, chemicals, odors, dampness, fumes, and noises. 
REASONABLE ACCOMODATIONS 

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position. 

WHAT’S NICE ABOUT WORKING FOR ROCHESTER 

• Comprehensive Health Insurance 
• Paid Time Off and Holidays 
• Life, AD&D, short/long term disability insurance 
• Casual workplace with an unbelievable feeling of energy 
• 401K Retirement program with company match 

Rochester Sensors is an equal opportunity-affirmative action employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, past or present military service or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.  

 
Any unsolicited resumes or candidate profiles submitted in response to our job posting shall be considered the property of Rochester Sensors. and its subsidiaries and are not subject to payment of referral or placement fees if any such candidate is later hired by Rochester Sensors unless you have a signed written agreement in place with us which covers the applicable job posting. 
If you are a person with a disability needing assistance with the application process, please call (972) 845-4196 or email us at hr@rochestersensors.com. 
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