Payroll & Benefits Coordinator

About Tronox

Tronox is the world’s leading vertically integrated manufacturer of titanium dioxide (TiO2) pigment and other materials that add brightness and durability to products you encounter every day. We are 6,500 people strong, located across 12 countries and unified by a strong set of values that guide us in our work. At our mines and manufacturing plants, labs and offices, we responsibly transform the earth’s resources into products and opportunities that enhance lives.

Our vision is to shape a sustainable, thriving world through enriched and refined minerals.

Located on approximately 3,000 acres of beautiful landscape in Northeast Mississippi the Hamilton facility is Tronox's largest titanium dioxide manufacturing facility. Within an easy commute, you will find several world class attractions. For music lovers, there is the Beale Street historic district, Graceland, and Nashville. Fantastic Creole cuisine and music of New Orleans and the sparkling white beaches of the Gulf are also just a short drive away.

Hamilton is in the heart of ... a premier location for college sporting events.

The Payroll & Benefits Coordinator provides comprehensive support to the U.S. Payroll and HR teams, ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing and benefits administration. This role assists with payroll operations, compliance activities, HR transactions, and employee support.

Key objectives include:

• Validating payroll data with increased accuracy and attention to detail
• Supporting process improvements to enhance efficiency
• Ensuring adherence to federal, state, and local regulations

The Payroll & Benefits Coordinator will report to the Payroll & Benefits Manager and collaborate closely with a Senior Payroll & Benefits Advisor and Senior Payroll Officer.

• Support, implement, and recommend enhancements to payroll processes and standard operating procedures.
• Collaborate with local and regional HR and Payroll teams to ensure consistent service delivery.
• Assist in the end-to-end validation of the bi-weekly payroll cycle, including audit checks and discrepancy resolution.
• Review and verify timekeeping records for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with company policies.
• Maintain working knowledge of federal, state, and local tax laws, wage and hour requirements, and regulatory updates.
• Facilitate payroll and benefits onboarding for new hires, ensuring accurate setup and orientation.
• Respond to employee inquiries related to payroll, benefits, and HR policies, providing timely and professional customer service.
• Assist with benefit enrollments, qualifying life events, and routine eligibility audits.
• Prepare and maintain payroll and benefit reports as needed for internal stakeholders.
• Support year-end activities, including W-2 review, audit support, and reconciliation tasks.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the HR and Payroll functions.

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1–2 years of prior experience in payroll, benefits, or HR administration (or equivalent combination of education and experience) is preferred.
• Prior experience in a high-volume, fast-paced environment is preferred.
• Strong math and analytical skills with the ability to interpret payroll and HR data.
• Intermediate Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, conditional formulas, charts/graphs).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Effective time management skills with the ability to meet tight deadlines.
• Ability to prioritize and multi-task in a fast-paced environment.

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

Our global reach is strengthened by our human connections. We challenge one another to deliver excellence and encourage our people to think big. Together, we develop innovations that make products vibrant and durable as we contribute to a cleaner world.

When you join Tronox, you’ll work with brilliant people, close to home and around the world. We offer a dynamic, supportive environment that empowers you to achieve your fullest potential — because we recognize…