Compensation and Benefits Administrator

Avancer•Holland, MI

About The Position

We are looking for an experienced Compensation & Benefits Administrator to join our People Operations team. In this position, you will serve as the go-to resource for all things payroll and benefits across our organization — ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time, benefits programs run smoothly, and workforce data remains reliable. This is a hands-on, high-ownership role in a dynamic, shift-driven production environment where your expertise will directly impact the employee experience.

Requirements

5–7 years of progressive experience in payroll and benefits administration
Hands-on experience with a major HRIS/payroll platform (UKG Pro or equivalent strongly preferred)
Deep working knowledge of benefits plan types including health & welfare, retirement, and leave programs
Unwavering commitment to accuracy, confidentiality, and compliance
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a continuous improvement mindset
Comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced, shift-based environment
Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to translate complex topics for a general audience
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and the broader Office suite
Experience managing vendor relationships with professionalism and tact
Highly organized, self-directed, and adaptable

Responsibilities

Execute full-cycle payroll processing on weekly and bi-weekly schedules for hourly, salaried, and executive employees using HRIS platforms (e.g., UKG Pro or comparable systems)
Monitor compliance with applicable wage and hour regulations, FLSA requirements, and tax obligations; perform audits, corrections, and reconciliations as needed
Manage off-cycle runs, bonus payments, and special pay situations
Oversee time and attendance platforms — including system logic, timecard accuracy, and cutoff schedules
Calculate and apply premium adjustments, retroactive changes, and enrollment-related deductions or refunds
Process and communicate wage garnishments and court-ordered withholdings to affected employees
Design internal checkpoints to achieve and sustain a 100% accuracy standard
Own end-to-end administration of the company’s full benefits portfolio: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, FSA/HSA, 401(k), FMLA, STD, and LTD
Plan and lead annual open enrollment — from strategy and communications through final execution
Act as the primary liaison with benefits brokers and insurance carriers to ensure efficient plan management
Oversee day-to-day enrollment changes, qualifying life events, and system updates
Evaluate the competitiveness of current offerings and bring forward recommendations to strengthen the benefits package
Ensure ongoing compliance with federal and state regulations governing health, welfare, and retirement plans, including data privacy requirements
Coordinate life insurance claims with HR, employee families, and carriers
Manage administrative tasks such as HSA employer contribution processing, benefits summary updates, and routine audits
Partner with HR Business Partners to address team member questions and support benefit utilization
Act as the escalation point for complex or sensitive pay and benefits issues
Train supervisors and employees on relevant tools, policies, and processes
Maintain and deliver onboarding materials related to compensation and benefits
Produce recurring reporting on labor costs, 401(k) funding, overtime, headcount, and benefits utilization/claims
Identify and implement process improvements across payroll, benefits, and internal controls
Document and maintain thorough standard operating procedures for all relevant workflows