Payroll Specialist

Payroll Specialist

Date: May 30, 2026 Location(s): Lebanon, TN, US, 37090 Company: A. O. Smith Corporation Business Unit: CORPORATE Workplace Setting: Hybrid

A.O. Smith is a global leader applying innovative technologies and energy-efficient solutions to products manufactured and marketed worldwide. The company is one of the world's leading manufacturers of residential and commercial water heating equipment and boilers, as well as a manufacturer of water treatment products for residential and light commercial applications. A. O. Smith is headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, with approximately 12,000 employees at operations in the United States, Canada, China, India, Mexico, the Netherlands, and the United Kingdom.

Primary Function

The Payroll Specialist will coordinate with various locations and departments to process full-cycle payroll for company employees and retirees. Additionally, the PR Specialist will serve as a resource and training partner for the support of the Time & Attendance system. The incumbent will work in compliance with internal policies as well as Federal and State laws and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and process payroll for U.S. employees and/or retirees, as assigned.
• Support and work closely with other payroll processors.
• Validate and submit periodic payroll tax reporting for employees and retirees.
• Assist with quarterly tax filing for U. S. business units.
• Participate in testing and completing payroll system updates.
• Perform testing for system updates related to state and federal tax updates.
• Provide support to corporate and site level business units, including HR, Benefits, Finance, Operations, etc.
• Handle payroll customer service calls for assigned payroll group.
• Prepare reports illustrating payroll expenditures, including tax payments and benefit plan disbursements.
• Assist with processing and distribution of year end reporting including employee W-2's and 1099R's.
• Assist in the development, testing, and training of payroll platform updates and enhancements.
• Provide user support and training for all new and existing payroll modules.
• Perform other activities as needed or as directed.

Qualifications

3+ years experience working with HRIS/Payroll systems such as Success Factors, Workday, ADP, UKG. Expert knowledge of FLSA, DOL and other federal and state payroll regulations. Advanced training and customer support skills. Previous successful experience balancing and processing full cycle payroll. Payroll tax regulation and administration advanced knowledge. Detail oriented with strong analytical skills. Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks and meet strict deadlines. Proficient in use of MS Office, especially MS Excel, Word, and Outlook. Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and written to employees at all levels. Maturity and discretion in handling highly confidential information. Willingness to work on a team and demonstrate sound interpersonal skills. Education Associate Degree in Accounting or Related Field.

We Offer Competitive compensation package and comprehensive benefits plans which include medical and dental insurance, company-sponsored life insurance, retirement security savings plan, short- and long-term disability programs and tuition assistance.