Total Rewards Associate

AAA Northeast; Rhode Island; On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

401(k) match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness incentives

AAA membership

Job summary

AAA Northeast is seeking a Payroll and Total Rewards Specialist to manage payroll data, benefits, and HRIS. The role supports timely processing, data accuracy, and regulatory compliance while collaborating with Total Rewards and HR teams.

The position requires 2+ years of payroll experience, HRIS familiarity, and strong data reporting skills in a collaborative environment. It offers a comprehensive benefits package and growth opportunities within AAA Northeast.

Qualifications

• Payroll processing and data accuracy are required.
• Experience with HRIS or equivalent systems is required.
• Team-based collaboration across HR and Total Rewards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and validate payroll data for specified populations.
• Audit payroll inputs for earnings, deductions, taxes, and data accuracy.
• Support payroll processing, data gathering, balancing, reconciliation and issue resolution.
• Administer incentive compensation calculations and reporting.
• Maintain payroll records per policy and regulatory requirements.
• Generate payroll reports and analyze data for discrepancies.
• Assist with year-end activities, audits, and tax reporting.
• Provide administrative support for benefits, compensation, and HRIS programs.
• Create and maintain reports and dashboards using payroll and HR data.
• Assist with open enrollment and merit planning processes.
• Support HRIS configuration, testing, data audits, and system enhancements.

Skills

Payroll processing

HRIS

Benefits administration

Data analysis

Reporting

Tax reporting

Team collaboration

Open enrollment

Bonus administration

Education

Associate's Degree preferred

High School Diploma or GED required

Tools

HRIS software

Job description

Responsible for providing first-line administrative, transactional, and data support across payroll, compensation, HRIS, and benefits. This position assists with accurately processing employee pay-related transactions, maintaining compensation and HR system records, supporting benefit administration, and helping ensure recurring Total Rewards activities are completed timely and in alignment with company policies, applicable regulations, and internal controls. The role serves as a detail-oriented partner to the Total Rewards and HR teams, supporting employee inquiries, data maintenance, reporting, documentation, and cross-functional projects that contribute to a positive and reliable employee experience. This work is performed under direction and supports the accuracy, organization, and timely completion of recurring processes and related project work.What you will do:Payroll & Incentive Administration: Prepare and validate payroll data for the Insurance Services FEIN payroll population. Audit payroll inputs to ensure accuracy of earnings, deductions, taxes, and employee data. Support payroll processing activities, including data gathering, balancing, reconciliation, and issue resolution. Administer variable pay and incentive compensation calculations and reporting. Maintain payroll records and supporting documentation in accordance with company policies and regulatory requirements. Generate payroll-related reports and analyze data to identify discrepancies and trends. Coordinate state and federal tax credit reporting activities, including documentation, tracking, and submission requirements. Assist with year-end activities, audits, tax reporting, and compliance reviews.Total Rewards Operations Support: Provide administrative and analytical support for benefits, compensation, and HRIS programs. Support compensation initiatives including, incentive administration, salary structure maintenance, and job documentation. Create, maintain, and distribute reports and dashboards utilizing HR, payroll, and benefits data. Support HRIS configuration, testing, data audits, and system enhancement projects. Assist with annual programs including open enrollment, merit planning, bonus administration, compliance reporting, and employee surveys. Participate in process improvement and technology initiatives designed to enhance employee and manager experiences.What You Will NeedHigh School Diploma or GED requiredAssociate's Degree preferred2+ years processing payroll required2+ years Experience with HRIS or equivalent system required2+ years demonstrated experience working within a collaborative team requiredFundamental Payroll Certification preferredWhy AAA NortheastCareer Growth: With ongoing world-class training and proven career paths, you'll have the opportunity to develop expertise and advance your career within AAA Northeast.Trusted Legacy: With over 120 years of service excellence, we have a long track record of protecting our members as well as our employees and their families.Future-Focused: With new business offerings and increasing digital presence, we are focused on innovating for the future to sustain our success.What We OfferAward-Winning: We’ve been named as a Top Employer for the last 7 yearsHealth Coverage: Medical coverage with employer contributions covering up to 93% of the premium cost, plus dental and vision options.Retirement: 6% company match on 401(k) retirement plan contribution, with contributions fully vested and made every pay periodPaid Time off: 3 weeks’ vacation, 12 holidays, 8 sick days, 48 hours of volunteer time annuallyAdditional Perks: Free AAA membership, insurance discounts, travel commission refund, up to $625 in Wellness Incentives, up to $6k in tuition reimbursement, and more!Compensation: Competitive base pay, annual bonus opportunities, and for certain roles, additional monthly and/or quarterly incentive compensation. The posted salary range represents the full range grade for this role, with individual pay based on job-related skills, experience, shift, and geographic location.At AAA Northeast, how we work together matters. We are a highly collaborative organization that values connection, transparency, and trust. Our “cameras on” approach during virtual meetings reflects our expectation that team members are present, engaged and actively participating, helping to build strong working relationships and a sense of shared accountability, no matter where we’re located.We are also proud of our diverse culture, shaped by the talents, experiences, and perspectives of our employees. AAA Northeast is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fair and equitable practices in recruiting, hiring, and advancement. We do not discriminate based on race, color, creed or religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, or membership in any other protected class. We thrive when our team members bring their whole selves to work.