Benefits Administrator

As a Compensation and Benefits Administrator, you will play a critical role in supporting our associates through the administration of payroll, compensation, and benefits programs. This position partners closely with HR, Accounting & Finance, managers, and external vendors to ensure accurate payroll processing, benefit administration, regulatory compliance, and exceptional associate support.

The position is 100% onsite, in Erlanger, KY.

• Detail-oriented, with a strong focus on accuracy and organization.
• Customer‑service mind‑set, helping associates navigate payroll and benefits questions with confidence and empathy.
• Analytical, proactive, using data and insights to drive process improvements and operational efficiencies.
• Adaptable, managing changing priorities and multiple deadlines simultaneously.
• Willing to uphold confidentiality, professionalism, and ethical decision‑making.

• Administer and process payroll transactions (salaries, wages, commissions, deductions, taxes, garnishments, benefits).
• Manage employee benefits programs including health & welfare plans, 401(k) plans, leave administration and open enrollment processes.
• Conduct payroll audits, reconciliations, and reporting to ensure accuracy & compliance.
• Partner with HR Business Partners & stakeholders to coordinate accurate pay for all leave types, including FMLA, STD, Workers’ Compensation, and Inclusive Leave.
• Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local payroll & employment regulations.
• Manage relationships with third‑party vendors & benefit providers to ensure effective service delivery.
• Prepare & distribute payroll & benefits reports bi‑weekly, monthly, quarterly & annually.
• Support compensation & benefits analysis initiatives, recommend program enhancements.
• Respond to associate & manager inquiries regarding payroll, benefits, & compensation matters.

• Minimum of four years of experience administering benefits and processing payroll.
• Proficiency with HRIS, payroll systems, and Microsoft Office.
• Strong understanding of payroll processes, benefits administration, and compliance.
• Excellent communication, organizational & time‑management skills.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and maintain confidentiality with sensitive information.
• Strong analytical & problem‑solving abilities.
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field.

• Experience supporting multi‑state payroll administration.
• Experience working with leave administration including FMLA, STD, and Workers’ Compensation.
• Experience conducting compensation & benefits analyses.
• Certification such as CPP, SHRM‑CP, PHR, or related preferred.

• Use of verbal communication skills to interact with others.
• Perform repetitive motions and use fine motor skills for office tasks.
• Lift and carry approximately 20–25 lbs unassisted.
• Sit for long periods with low periods of reaching and standing.

• Professional Development Training programs.
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Competitive Compensation.
• 401(k) with company matching contributions and profit‑sharing.
• Employee Life Insurance.
• Personal time off.