AOI · 23 hours ago
HR Payroll Coordinator
Sugar Land, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expAOI is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented HR Payroll Coordinator to join their Human Resources team. This role is primarily responsible for managing end-to-end payroll processing, ensuring employee records are accurate and compliant, while supporting payroll activities and HR data analytics.
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Responsibilities
Payroll Processing
Manage end-to-end payroll processing, including collecting and verifying timekeeping data, calculating wages, and ensuring accurate and timely payments
Assist with payroll processing activities under the direction of HR/Payroll leadership
Perform accurate data entry and maintenance in ADP Workforce Now
Keep employee profiles, job changes, pay rates, paid time-off, unpaid time off, and employment statuses up to date
Run standard and ad hoc payroll reports
Support audits, reconciliations, and data validation efforts
Maintain confidentiality of employee and payroll information
Maintain compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local tax and labor laws
Administer payroll adjustments including overpayments, garnishments, and unemployment claims
Reconcile payroll discrepancies and respond promptly to employee payroll and tax inquiries
Prepare and maintain payroll reports and records for auditing and compliance purposes
Work with ADP Payroll department for updates and integrations
HR Data Analytics & Reporting
Create and maintain HR data reports and dashboards to support data-driven decisions
Develop and present HR analytics to identify trends and support management strategies
Assist with compensation-related projects through accurate data analysis and benchmarking
Prepare required reports and submissions to internal leaders and external agencies
Generate monthly and ad hoc HR reports to meet business and compliance needs
Conduct regular audits of employee data within HR systems (e.g., ADP Workforce Now) to ensure accuracy, consistency, and compliance
Record Keeping and Compliance
Maintain accurate and confidential payroll and employee records
Ensure adherence to federal, state, and local regulations and company policies
Support internal and external payroll audits and provide necessary documentation
Assist with general administrative HR operations and compliance reporting
Qualification
Required
2–5 years of experience handling payroll for 300–500+ employees, including multi-state payroll processing
Strong understanding of payroll principles, tax regulations, wage and hour laws, and related compliance requirements
Experience with payroll taxation, garnishments, unemployment claims, and overpayment corrections
Demonstrated ability to create and interpret HR data reports and analytics to support management decisions
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, charts, formulas, VLOOKUP's) and strong skills in other MS Office applications (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Strong reporting and auditing skills with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail
Excellent organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet strict payroll deadlines
Proven ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion and integrity
Strong verbal and written communication skills for employee support and cross-departmental collaboration
Ability to serve as a backup for HR functions, including onboarding, benefits, and general employee support
Collaborative team player who can work effectively across HR, Finance, and IT departments
Analytical and problem-solving mindset with the ability to translate data into actionable insights
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field preferred
Proficiency in ADP Workforce Now and other HRIS or payroll systems (similar platforms preferred)
Bilingual in Mandarin Chinese, Spanish, or Vietnamese is a plus
Benefits
Flexible and competitive health (medical, dental, vision) plans offer the employee with the right options to meet individual and family needs
Employer matching on 401(k) deferrals
Generous PTO policy, with unused PTO payout at end of the year
Relocation package available within US
Immigration sponsorships (Must be currently authorized to work in the US)
Company
AOI
Applied Optoelectronics, Inc. | NASDAQ: AAOI AOI is a leading designer and manufacturer of fiber optic networking products.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$532.92MKey Investors
China Construction BankGiza Venture CapitalTechnology Associates Management
2025-11-07Post Ipo Equity· $180M
2025-06-12Post Ipo Debt· $13.49M
2024-12-19Post Ipo Equity· $35.21M
Leadership Team
Stefan Murry
Chief Financial Officer
Steve Pederson
Vice President - Broadband Networking
Recent News
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