HR Compensation Administrator

Kimball Midwest; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 33,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off (PTO)

Job summary

Kimball Midwest, a national distributor of maintenance, repair, and operation products, seeks a Compensation Administrator for our Columbus, Ohio location. You’ll support compensation transactions, respond to inquiries, and assist with annual planning while maintaining confidentiality.

This onsite role offers comprehensive benefits and growth within a family-owned culture that values individuals. Pay ranges from $24–$27 per hour with 0–2 years experience in related fields and a 90-day

Qualifications

• 0–2 years of experience in Compensation, HR, Payroll, Finance, or related field.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to learn and accurately follow established processes, procedures, and guidelines.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work accurately with data and confidential information.
• Ability to read and write small letters and numbers; perform arithmetic calculations; follow instructions.
• Successful completion of a ninety (90) day orientation period.

Responsibilities

• Supports compensation-related transactions for internal and Sales Force associates; follows established processes.
• Addresses standard compensation inquiries; provides accurate information and escalates when needed.
• Provides exceptional customer service to associates in a timely, professional, solutions-focused manner.
• Prepares job change documentation and processes changes in applicable systems.
• Enters new job titles and position information into the HRIS.
• Creates standard Sales Force compensation plans, including new-hire plans, based on approved requests.
• Processes Sales Force quota and adjustment requests per procedures.
• Conducts audits and data validations per established procedures, escalating discrepancies.
• Completes recurring state-required reporting accurately and timely.
• Ensures compensation increases follow established approval processes.
• Assists with annual compensation planning and related documentation.
• Provides administrative support for compensation programs and initiatives.
• Gains foundational knowledge through hands-on experience and collaboration with Compensation team.
• Maintains confidentiality of sensitive compensation and company information.

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint)

Salesforce

HRIS

Job description

Kimball Midwest, a national distributor of maintenance, repair, and operation products, is searching fora Compensation Administrator for our Columbus, Ohio location.

As a Kimball Midwest associate, you’ll be part of a company built on long-term growth and strong values. From $1 million in sales in 1983 to over $500 million today, our success has been driven by our people. Despite our growth, we have stayed true to our family-owned and operated roots—where employees are recognized as individuals and our culture remains a top priority.

Responsibilities

• Supports compensation-related transactions for internal and Sales Force associates while developing knowledge of established compensation processes and procedures
• Addresses standard compensation-related inquiries from associates, providing accurate information and escalating questions requiring additional interpretation or guidance
• Provides superior customer service to associates by responding to needs in a timely, professional, and solutions-focused manner
• Prepares job change documentation for associate signatures and processes approved changes in applicable systems
• Enters new job titles and associated position information into the HRIS
• Creates standard Sales Force compensation plans, including new-hire plans, based on approved requests and established procedures
• Processes Sales Force quota and assistance adjustments in accordance with established procedures and approved requests
• Conducts defined audits and data validations following established procedures, escalating identified discrepancies as appropriate
• Completes recurring state-required reporting accurately and timely
• Ensures compensation increases for internal and Sales Force associates follow established approval processes
• Assists with annual compensation planning by completing assigned personnel actions and documentation in accordance with established procedures, escalating discrepancies or questions as appropriate
• Provides administrative support for compensation programs and initiatives as assigned
• Develops foundational knowledge of compensation programs, processes, and practices through hands-on experience, training, and collaboration with the Compensation team
• Maintains confidentiality and appropriately safeguards sensitive compensation, associate, and Company information

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of experience in Compensation, Human Resources, Payroll, Finance, or related field
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint
• Ability to learn and accurately follow established processes, procedures, and guidelines
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work accurately with data and confidential information
• The ability to read and write small letters and numbers; the ability to make arithmetic calculations; and the ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions
• The successful completion of a ninety (90) day orientation period

Additional Information

This is an onsite role. The hours are Monday- Friday 8:00am- 5:00pm.

The pay rate is $24-$27 per hour.

We offer a benefits package that includes health, dental and vision insurance, company sponsored life, optional life and disability insurance, Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts, a 401(k) plus match, Tuition Assistance, Paid Parental Leave, Paid Time Off (PTO), a Dress for your Day dress code and paid holidays.

Kimball Midwest is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to a program of recruitment of females, minority group members, individuals with disabilities, qualifying veterans and any other classification that is protected by federal, state, or local law.

Pay Range

$24 - $27 per hour

Kimball Midwest is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, military status, sexual orientation, or veteran status. Our Company does not discriminate in employment, and no question on this application is used for the purpose of limiting or excluding any applicant's consideration for employment on any basis protected by local, state or federal law.