As a Compensation and Benefits Administrator, you will play a critical role in supporting our associates through the administration of payroll, compensation, and benefits programs. This position partners closely with HR, Accounting & Finance, managers, and external vendors to ensure accurate payroll processing, benefit administration, regulatory compliance, and exceptional associate support.
The position is 100% onsite, in Erlanger, KY.
Traits to Thrive in this Role
- Detail-oriented, with a strong focus on accuracy and organization.
- Customer‑service mind‑set, helping associates navigate payroll and benefits questions with confidence and empathy.
- Analytical, proactive, using data and insights to drive process improvements and operational efficiencies.
- Adaptable, managing changing priorities and multiple deadlines simultaneously.
- Willing to uphold confidentiality, professionalism, and ethical decision‑making.
Responsibilities
- Administer and process payroll transactions (salaries, wages, commissions, deductions, taxes, garnishments, benefits).
- Manage employee benefits programs including health & welfare plans, 401(k) plans, leave administration and open enrollment processes.
- Conduct payroll audits, reconciliations, and reporting to ensure accuracy & compliance.
- Partner with HR Business Partners & stakeholders to coordinate accurate pay for all leave types, including FMLA, STD, Workers’ Compensation, and Inclusive Leave.
- Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local payroll & employment regulations.
- Manage relationships with third‑party vendors & benefit providers to ensure effective service delivery.
- Prepare & distribute payroll & benefits reports bi‑weekly, monthly, quarterly & annually.
- Support compensation & benefits analysis initiatives, recommend program enhancements.
- Respond to associate & manager inquiries regarding payroll, benefits, & compensation matters.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum of four years of experience administering benefits and processing payroll.
- Proficiency with HRIS, payroll systems, and Microsoft Office.
- Strong understanding of payroll processes, benefits administration, and compliance.
- Excellent communication, organizational & time‑management skills.
- Ability to exercise sound judgment and maintain confidentiality with sensitive information.
- Strong analytical & problem‑solving abilities.
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience supporting multi‑state payroll administration.
- Experience working with leave administration including FMLA, STD, and Workers’ Compensation.
- Experience conducting compensation & benefits analyses.
- Certification such as CPP, SHRM‑CP, PHR, or related preferred.
Physical Demands and Work Environment
- Use of verbal communication skills to interact with others.
- Perform repetitive motions and use fine motor skills for office tasks.
- Lift and carry approximately 20–25 lbs unassisted.
- Sit for long periods with low periods of reaching and standing.
Benefits
- Professional Development Training programs.
- Tuition Reimbursement.
- Competitive Compensation.
- 401(k) with company matching contributions and profit‑sharing.
- Employee Life Insurance.
- Personal time off.