HR & Benefits Generalist

Xerxes Global•Bloomington, MN

1d•$75,000 - $95,000•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an HR & Benefits Generalist with a proactive mindset, strong attention to detail, customer service mindset and a high degree of confidentiality and professionalism to support our growing, entrepreneurial business. The HR & Benefits Generalist will support benefits administration, payroll processes, and HR compliance-related activities, including onboarding. This person will serve as a key point of contact for employees and internal stakeholders, with the opportunity to take on broader HR responsibilities over time. This role requires a highly detail-oriented individual with a foundational understanding of employee benefits, HR and payroll administration.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in human resources or accounting preferred.
At least 3 years of HR, benefit and payroll experience.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
We’re an in-office employer. You may need to work a flexible schedule occasionally.

Responsibilities

Submission of retirement benefits and HSA contributions, verifying accuracy.
Administer the HRIS system and maintain accurate employee data.
Process payroll changes, including new hire and termination pay.
Handle employment verifications, unemployment inquiries, and retirement plan enrollment notifications.
Manage benefits enrollment, payroll deductions, and related system updates.
Respond to employee payroll and benefits questions in a timely manner.
Research and resolve payroll, tax, and benefits issues.
Support annual year-end reporting, including but not limited to, W-2's, ACA Compliance Reporting and Workers Compensation audits.
Assist with the preparation of Form 5500 and Safe Harbor Notice distribution.
Update payroll systems with annual state and federal unemployment rate changes and payroll limitations.
Handle the benefits enrollment for new hires and changes for existing employees.
Update termination status in benefits and enroll in COBRA.
Assist in the annual open enrollment process and update payroll deductions.
Meet with new hires to go over documentation.
Complete new hire checklist and ensure all items are complete.

Benefits

Generous PTO and work flexibility
Three (3) work from anywhere weeks for all employees.
Medical (including Mayo Clinic Coverage and HSA), Dental, and Vision insurance.
Disability and life Insurance coverages.
401k plan with investing flexibility and automatic company contributions without required matching.
Eligibility to participate in sales incentives and commission programs.
Summer hours between US Memorial Day & Labor Day.
Numerous company outings, volunteer opportunities, and more regularly.
Quarterly Town Halls to engage with the Executive Leadership Teams and Q&As.
4-week sabbatical after 10 years of service.