Payroll Administrator

Payroll Administrator

Location: Gates Mills
Schedule: Full-Time | On-Site

Are you an experienced payroll professional who thrives on accuracy, confidentiality, and building strong relationships with employees? We’re looking for a Payroll Administrator & Benefits Coordinator (80/20) to join our team and ensure our employees are paid correctly and on time while receiving the benefits they deserve.

This role is ideal for a detail-oriented, people‑focused professional who enjoys both the technical aspects of payroll/benefits administration and the interpersonal side of assisting employees with their questions and needs.

• Accurately process payroll for all employees, from time and attendance to pay distribution.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for employees with payroll or benefit questions, providing clear, professional support and resolution.
• Maintain payroll and benefit records, ensuring compliance with policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Manage employee onboarding and offboarding for payroll and benefits.
• Coordinate annual open enrollment for healthcare and other benefits.
• Communicate with third‑party benefit administrators and prepare payments/remittances.
• Prepare required reports, including taxes, garnishments, unemployment, and compliance filings.
• Assist with audits and state‑mandated reporting.
• Partner closely with the Chief Human Resource Officer on payroll and benefits‑related matters.

• 3–5 years of hands‑on payroll experience (multi‑state experience a plus).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience with integrated payroll/HRIS systems.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and math aptitude.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build trust and resolve employee issues effectively.
• Payroll certification (FPC, CPP, or similar) a plus.

• Be part of a collaborative team in a supportive environment.
• Play a critical role in ensuring employees are paid accurately and supported in their benefits.
• Opportunities to contribute to continuous improvement in payroll and benefits processes.
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.

If you’re a payroll professional who values accuracy, service, and teamwork, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today by submitting your resume and cover letter to