Payroll Administrator

9 Peach Tree Hill Rd, Livingston, NJ 07039, USA Job Description Posted Wednesday, August 19, 2026 at 4:00 AM Company Overview for Formosa Plastics Corporation, U.S.A. Founded in 1978, Formosa Plastics Corporation, U.S.A. (Formosa Plastics) is a growing, vertically-integrated supplier of plastic resins and petrochemicals. With annual revenues of more than $5 billion, we employ over 2,800 people who operate 20 production units in six business divisions - Olefins, Polyolefins, Vinyl, Specialty Polyvinyl Chloride, Chlor-Alkali, and Oil & Gas. Formosa Plastics offers a full line of polyvinyl chloride, polyethylene and polypropylene resins, caustic soda and other petrochemicals that deliver the consistency, performance and quality that customers demand. We market our polypropylene and polyethylene resins under the Formolene® tradename; we market our suspension PVC and specialty (dispersion) PVC resins under the Formolon® tradename. We also produce and sell caustic soda, ethylene dichloride, commercial bleach and hydrochloric acid. We are committed to supplying the highest quality products and services to our customers, providing a safe and healthy workplace for our employees and contributing to the quality of life in the communities where we operate. This commitment is made possible through our dedicated people, consistent products, continued protection of the environment and ongoing investments in new product development, quality control systems and safe, modern and energy-efficient production facilities. Formosa Plastics is a privately held company headquartered in Livingston, New Jersey. Our core business, producing plastic resins and petrochemicals, takes place at three wholly-owned chemical manufacturing subsidiaries located in Delaware City, Delaware, Baton Rouge, Louisiana and Point Comfort, Texas. Payroll Administrator I POSITION OBJECTIVE The Payroll Administrator I supports the accurate and timely administration of the Company’s payroll processes by maintaining payroll data, reviewing payroll transactions for accuracy and completeness, supporting compliance with applicable wage and tax requirements, and responding to employee payroll inquiries. This position works collaboratively with Human Resources, Accounting, Benefits, and management to maintain accurate payroll records, resolve payroll-related issues, and support the integrity and confidentiality of payroll operations. MAJOR AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY 1. Payroll Administration Assist in processing bi-weekly payroll for hourly and salaried employees. Enter and maintain payroll data, including new hires, salary changes, promotions, transfers, terminations, earnings adjustments, direct deposit, tax withholding elections, and payroll deductions. Review payroll transactions for completeness and accuracy before payroll processing. 2. Payroll Records & Compliance Maintain employee payroll records within the HRIS system. Support compliance with federal, state, and local wage and tax regulations. Maintain payroll documentation for internal and external audits. Ensure confidentiality of employee payroll information. 3. Payroll Reporting Prepare payroll reports for Human Resources, management, or/and USDOL. Assist with payroll reconciliations and payroll event. Support year-end payroll activities, including W-2 preparation and payroll record maintenance. 4. Employee Service Respond to employee inquiries regarding pay, taxes, direct deposit, payroll deductions, PTO balances, and payroll policies. Work collaboratively with HR, Accounting, Benefits, and department managers to resolve payroll-related issues. 5. Continuous Improvement Identify opportunities to improve payroll processes and data accuracy. Participate in payroll system testing and implementation of new payroll procedures if needed. EDUCATION Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Human Resources, Finance, or a related field preferred. Equivalent education and experience may be considered. Willingness to pursue payroll-related training or certification (FPC preferred). QUALIFICATIONS Previous Experience Required - 1–3 years of payroll, accounting, finance, HR, or administrative experience preferred. Payroll internship or payroll support experience is acceptable. Technical Skills Required - Basic knowledge of payroll principles and wage and hour regulations. Experience with HRIS or payroll systems (Dayforce preferred). Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word. Strong data entry, mathematical, and analytical skills. Excellent organizational and communication skills. Health Coverage and Perks Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance plans Flexible spending accounts for health, dependent care Short-term Disability Long-term Disability Group Term Life, Dependent and Supplemental Life Insurance Tuition Reimbursement Work/Life Balance 10 Paid Holidays Paid Time Off for a balanced life (Vacation, Sick and Personal Time) FlexTime Available Competitive Compensation Competitive salary, incentive/bonus, 401(k) plan with company match, Cash Balance, Pension Plan 9 Peach Tree Hill Rd, Livingston, NJ 07039, USA #J-18808-Ljbffr