HR Operations Specialist (Payroll & Benefits)

The Remedy•Vadnais Heights, MN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The HR Operations Specialist (Payroll & Benefits) supports daily HR operation with primary responsibility for payroll administration, benefits administration, leave management, HRIS maintenance, and employee support. This role ensures accurate processing of payroll and contractor payments, maintains employee records, supports compliance requirements, and provides responsive HR support to employees and leaders. This position works in a collaborative HR environment supporting employees and leaders across the organization. The role requires strong attention to detail, the ability to manage competing priorities, and a commitment to providing excellent internal customer service.

Requirements

Minimum of 2 years of experience processing payroll, administering employee benefits, and managing leaves of absence.
Experience with payroll systems, HRIS platforms, and benefits administration systems.
Knowledge of payroll practices, benefits administration, and federal and state employment regulations.
Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain confidential information.
Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Proficiency in Excel.

Nice To Haves

Experience with BambooHR (organization's current HRIS).
Experience supporting a multi-state workforce.
Experience in healthcare or a regulated industry.
HR certification (PHR, SHRM-CP, FPC, or CPP).
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.

Responsibilities

Process biweekly payroll for employees, including review of timesheets, PTO, deductions, adjustments, and payroll changes.
Process independent contractor payments, including review and processing of invoices.
Administer employee expense reimbursements in accordance with company policies.
Maintain accurate payroll records and external trackers, and assist with payroll reporting, audits, and year-end processes.
Respond to payroll-related questions and resolve discrepancies.
Administer employee benefit programs, including health, dental, vision, retirement, and voluntary benefits.
Process enrollments, qualifying life events, and benefit changes.
Support annual open enrollment and vendor coordination.
Administer leaves of absence, including FMLA, state leave programs, ADA accommodations, workers' compensation, and other company leaves.
Maintain leave documentation and ensure compliance with applicable regulations.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee information and personnel files within the HRIS.
Process employee lifecycle changes including onboarding, offboarding, benefit changes, status changes, compensation updates, and organizational changes.
Conduct routine audits to ensure HRIS date accuracy.
Maintain confidential employee records and documentation.
Serve as a resource to employees and managers regarding HR policies, procedures, payroll, benefits, and leave programs.
Assist with onboarding, employee communications, HR compliance initiatives, and process improvements.
Execute other duties and responsibilities as identified by the Human Resources Director.