Human Resources Specialist

FS System; Cambridge (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully Funded Pension

401(k) Employer Match

HSA & Employer Contributions

Life Insurance

Disability

Identity Protection

Job summary

Gold Star FS, Inc. in Cambridge, IL, is seeking a Human Resources Specialist to provide administrative support across benefits, payroll, and compliance. The role focuses on payroll processing, benefits enrollment, employee data, and regulatory adherence.

The position requires a 2-year degree in Business or related field and at least 3 years of payroll/benefits experience, with strong organizational and communication skills. Travel may be required, and a valid driver’s license is needed.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a 2-year degree in Business, Accounting or related field with 3 years of benefits/payroll experience.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a valid driver’s license and travel overnight.
• Proficiency in payroll processing, benefits administration, and regulatory compliance.
• Ability to work extended hours when needed.

Responsibilities

• Oversees preparation and processing of employment documents for accuracy.
• Compiles payroll data and ensures timely payroll processing.
• Implements payroll functions during raises, bonuses, PTO, and profit sharing.
• Coordinates employee recruiting, job fairs, pipelines, onboarding.
• Manages employee files and posts to necessary systems.
• Ensures proper taxes, insurance, and deductions are posted to payroll records.
• Drives the ePAF process for employee changes.
• Maintains PTO, FMLA, and leave records; assists with policies.
• Develops HR goals and assists in annual benefits enrollment.
• Attends training on regulatory issues regarding payroll and benefits.

Skills

Business knowledge

Collaboration

Communication

Customer focus

Decision making

Skill development

Education

Associate degree in Business/Accounting or related field

Job description

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Human Resources Specialist - Gold Star FS - Cambridge, IL

Company: Gold Star FS, Inc

City: Cambridge

State: IL

The FS brand represents a standard of excellence for agricultural and energy-related products. It's the people who represent the FS brand that set it apart. As local cooperatives, FS Companies believe it is their responsibility to ensure that our earth, our communities, and businesses perform together, sustainably. FS Companies are committed to ensuring the continued profitability for the company, their owners, and their customers, while enacting to help the environment and greater good.

Human Resources Specialist

DIVISION:

SALARY: $50,000 – $70,000

PURPOSE AND SUMMARY STATEMENT

Provides administrative support and coordination to all HR functions related to benefits, employment, compensation, payroll support, and compliance administration.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Oversees and coordinates the preparation and processing of assigned employment documents for accuracy and consistency.

Compiles payroll data from time sheets and other records to ensure accurate and timely payroll process; monitors accuracy of payroll information including monthly reconciliation or certain accounts as determined by the Controller.

Implements payroll functions at times of annual raises, employee bonus payments, PTO payouts and profit sharing payments.

Performs monthly insurance premium calculations and reconciles premium payments to ensure accurate billing, deductions, and account balances.

Coordinates employee recruiting efforts, including planning and attending job fairs, developing candidate pipelines, promoting employment opportunities, and supporting the hiring process from candidate outreach through onboarding.

Coordinates benefit enrollment with new hires, and uploads data to all vendors for timely coverage.

Manages employee files, by scanning, uploading, and distributing employee documents in ImageNow.

Ensures that proper taxes, insurance, and miscellaneous deductions withheld and posted to payroll records.

Records changes affecting net wages such as exemptions, insurance coverage, and loan payments for each employee to update master payroll records.

Drives the ePAF process to record employee changes such as pay, job transfers, adds to payroll and termination.

Maintains record of PTO, FMLA, leaves of absences and other time off. Provides assistance to employees requesting information on these paid time-off plans and policies.

Manages the employee clothing program.

Develops HR goals and objectives annually and updates company business plan.

Assist in annual benefit enrollment and performance management.

Attends training to keep up to date on regulatory issues pertaining to payroll and benefits.

Performs all other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS

Normally requires 2-year degree in Business, Accounting or related field and a minimum of 3 years experience in benefits and payroll, or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Demonstrates essential abilities including business knowledge, collaboration, communication, customer focus, decision making and skill development.

Must be able to obtain and maintain a valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record.

Must be able to work extended hours as business conditions warrant.

Must be able to travel independently and overnight.

In addition to competitive pay, the company offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the well-being of our employees. Benefits may include retirement, health and wellness, paid time off, supplemental or incidental coverage, and more.

Benefits eligibility may vary depending on the position. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law. In addition to base pay, certain roles may be eligible for bonuses, incentives, and commissions.

We are an equal opportunity/Disabled/Protected Veteran Employer. All individuals, regardless of demographic or other background, are encouraged to apply. Further, as a federal, state, and local contractor, we comply with government regulations and executive orders as applicable, including affirmative action responsibilities for qualified individuals with disability and protected veterans.

Employment is contingent on, among other things, receipt of an acceptable and job-related background check, drug test, motor vehicle report, and/or reference check, as applicable and permissible by law.

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SECURING YOUR FUTURE, ONE BENEFIT AT A TIME.

Our benefits packages aredesigned to support every aspect of our employees’ well-being—from health plans to life insurance, robust retirement plans, and more.We provide benefits that meet their needs today while also ensuring a secure future.

Offerings may include, but are not limited to:

UNITED STATES:

• Fully Funded Pension*
• 401(k) & Employer Match
• HSA & Employer Contributions
• Life Insurance
• Disability
• Identity Protection

*The pension plan is subject to individual company participation. Those who do not participate in the pension plan enjoy a higher 401(k) employer match.

**Some benefits are subject to the hiring company.

CANADA:

• RRSP
• Life Insurance
• Disability

*Benefit eligibility may be dependent on employment type

Nearest Major Market: Davenport
Nearest Secondary Market: Moline
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