PAYROLL GENERALIST AND BENEFITS ADMINISTRATOR in Columbus, Indiana, Indiana at Red Envelope Consulting

Position Overview

Our client is seeking a Payroll Generalist and Benefits Administrator to support and administer a broad range of human resources functions. The Payroll Generalist and Benefits Administrator serves as a key resource for employees and management by supporting recruitment, onboarding, payroll, employee relations, performance management, benefits administration, compliance, training, and HR policy implementation.

The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, approachable, and knowledgeable in human resources best practices. This position works closely with leadership and employees across the organization to foster a positive work environment while ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws.

Detailed Responsibilities

• Administer day-to-day human resources operations and employee support activities.
• Coordinate full-cycle recruitment activities, including job postings, applicant screening, interviews, reference checks, and hiring processes.
• Facilitate new hire onboarding and orientation programs and ensure completion of required employment documentation.
• Maintain employee personnel files and HR records in compliance with company policies and legal requirements.
• Administer employee benefit programs, including enrollments, changes, terminations, and employee inquiries.
• Process weekly payroll and ensure accurate employee data is maintained within HR and payroll systems.
• Review and correct missed punches throughout the work week for employees
• Provide guidance to managers and employees regarding policies, procedures, benefits, and employment-related matters.
• Support employee relations efforts by assisting with workplace concerns, investigations, conflict resolution, and policy interpretation.
• Coordinate performance management processes, employee evaluations, and development initiatives.
• Monitor compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
• Manage leave administration, including FMLA, ADA accommodations, workers' compensation, and other employee leave programs.
• Support training and professional development programs across the organization.
• Participate in compensation administration, job description management, and salary benchmarking initiatives.
• Prepare HR reports, metrics, and analytics to support business decision-making.
• Assist with employee engagement, recognition, and retention programs.
• Support implementation and communication of HR policies, procedures, and organizational initiatives.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive employee and company information.
• Participate in special projects and continuous improvement initiatives within the Human Resources department.

Critical Competencies

• Strong knowledge of human resources principles, practices, and employment laws.
• Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• High level of professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with teams across the organization.
• Strong customer-service mindset and employee-focused approach.
• Proficiency with HRIS, payroll systems, and Microsoft Office applications.
• Commitment to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and positive workplace culture.

• Bachelor's degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of progressive Human Resources experience required.
• Experience supporting multiple HR functions, including recruiting, employee relations, payroll, benefits, and compliance.
• Working knowledge of employment laws and regulations.
• Experience with Paylocity HRIS and payroll systems preferred.
• Professional HR certification (SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR) is preferred.
• Equivalent combinations of education and related experience will be considered.
• Limited travel may be required on an occasional basis to visit other locations, generally no more than a few times annually.