Payroll & Benefits Specialist

Payroll & Benefits Specialist

Salary $70,000 - $80,000 + Bonus + Benefits + Paid Relocation to Mississippi

Are you ready to join a dynamic and growing team where your expertise will be a key driver of our success? We are looking for a Payroll & Benefits Specialist to become a central part of our Human Resources team. This isn't just a job; it's a chance to make a real impact by ensuring our most valuable asset—our people—are supported through a robust and competitive compensation and benefits program.

In this role, you will be the cornerstone of our payroll and benefits operations, playing a vital part in our company’s continuous growth and success. You'll move beyond simple administration to become a strategic partner, designing and implementing programs that attract and retain top talent. If you have a passion for creating a positive employee experience and thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, we want to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead Payroll Excellence: Master the entire payroll process to ensure all plant employees are compensated accurately and on time, maintaining meticulous records and data integrity.

• Innovate Benefits Strategy: Proactively research and analyze market trends, partnering with insurance brokers to design a cutting-edge benefits program that remains competitive, compliant, and tailored to our team's needs.

• Drive Employee Well-being: Take charge of administering our comprehensive employee programs, including retirement plans, leave policies, wellness initiatives, and life, health, and disability insurance.

• Strategic Collaboration: Act as a key liaison between the HR and finance teams, leveraging your expertise to ensure seamless data reporting and processing within our software systems.

• Enhance Operational Efficiency: Implement and manage tracking systems for payroll and insurance invoices and conduct monthly audits to maintain impeccable billing accuracy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field.

• At least 2 years of hands-on experience in Human Resources, with a strong emphasis on payroll and benefits administration.

• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships across all departments.

• A results-driven mindset and a knack for problem-solving.

• Experience with UKG Ready software is a plus.

TO APPLY: Email your resume Teri@austinallen.com OR research@austinallen.com in MS Word or PDF. * All Interview, relocation, & fee expenses paid by hiring companies. Hiring companies offer excellent compensation packages, benefits, and, where available, generous relocation assistance or packages.

Areas of Specialization...

* Engineering * Six Sigma Black Belts * Accounting * Distribution * Human Resources

* Materials / Purchasing * Quality Engineers & Managers * Manufacturing Management