Payroll & HR Specialist

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Flowery Branch, Northern (GA, KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

medmix is seeking a Payroll & HR Specialist to manage end-to-end payroll and support HR functions at our Atlanta and Salem sites. You will ensure payroll accuracy, compliance with regulations, and handle employee records, onboarding and benefits administration.

The ideal candidate is detail‑oriented, highly organized, and thrives in a fast-paced environment, with 2–5 years of payroll, benefits, and HR experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in HR or related field.
• 2–5 years of payroll, benefits, and HR support experience.
• Strong knowledge of payroll laws and regulations (FLSA, tax).
• Experience with HRIS and payroll systems (ADP, SAP, Cornerstone).
• Proficient in Excel and MS Office; detail-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Process full-cycle payroll for hourly and salaried employees.
• Manage benefits enrollment, billing, and reconciliations.
• Maintain employee records in HRIS and support onboarding/offboarding.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws.
• Support HR reporting and metrics (turnover, headcount).
• Collaborate with managers on day-to-day HR needs.

Skills

Payroll processing experience

Benefits administration

HR support

MS Excel proficiency

Confidentiality & data handling

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR/Business/Accounting

Tools

ADP

SAP

Cornerstone

Job description

medmix is a global leader in high-precision delivery devices. We occupy leading positions in the healthcare, consumer, and industrial end-markets. Our customers benefit from our dedication to innovation and technological advancement that has resulted in over 900 active patents. Our 14 production sites worldwide, together with our highly motivated and experienced team of nearly 2,600 employees provide our customers with uncompromising quality, proximity, and agility. medmix is headquartered in Baar, Switzerland. Our shares are traded on the SIX Swiss Exchange (SIX: MEDX). www.medmix.swiss

Job Description

The Payroll & HR Specialist will be responsible for managing end-to-end payroll processing while supporting key human resources functions at ourAtlanta & Salem sites. This role ensures payroll accuracy, compliance with federal and state regulations, and delivers HR operational support including employee records management, onboarding, and benefits administration. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, highly organized, and thrives in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

Payroll Administration

• Process full-cycle payroll (weekly/biweekly) for hourly and salaried employees.
• Ensure accurate calculation of wages, overtime, bonuses, benefits deductions, and other adjustments.
• Maintain payroll records and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws.
• Coordinate with finance to reconcile payroll accounts and resolve discrepancies.
• Support external or internal audit requests.
• Handle garnishments, tax filings, and benefits-related payroll deductions.
• Ensure proper allocation and integration of benefits costs into payroll.
• Act as primary point of contact for payroll-related employee inquiries.

Benefits Administration

• Administer all employee benefits programs (medical, dental, vision, 401(k), etc.).
• Manage enrollments, life events, terminations, and benefits changes.
• Oversee benefits billing, vendor invoices, and reconciliation processes.
• Prepare and deliver benefits-related reports and analysis.
• Ensure accurate and timely integration/imputation of benefits data into payroll (deductions, employer contributions, adjustments).
• Partner with benefits providers to resolve discrepancies and ensure service quality.
• Support open enrollment process and employee communications.

HR Operations

• Maintain and update employee records in HRIS, ensuring data accuracy and confidentiality.
• Support onboarding and offboarding processes (documentation, system setup, etc.).
• Ensure compliance with company policies, labor laws, and HR best practices.
• Support employee relations matters and elevate issues when needed.
• Assist with HR reporting and metrics (turnover, headcount, etc.).
• Partner with managers to support day-to-day HR needs.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Accounting, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 2–5 years of experience in payroll processing, benefits administration, and HR support.
• Strong knowledge of payroll laws and regulations (FLSA, tax compliance, etc.).
• Experience managing benefits billing, reporting, and payroll integration.
• Experience with HRIS and payroll systems (ADP, SAP, Cornerstone).
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and MS Office Suite.
• High attention to detail and strong analytical skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality.

Preferred

• CPP (Certified Payroll Professional) or SHRM-CP certification.
• Experience in manufacturing or hourly workforce environments.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus.
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Problem-solving mindset
• Effective communication and customer service orientation
• Ability to manage multiple priorities

Additional Information

medmix is an equal opportunity employer, committed to the strength of a diverse workforce.

93% of our employees would go above and beyond to deliver results – do you have the drive to succeed? Join us and boost your career, starting today!

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