Payroll and Benefits Administrator

Findlay Tall Timbers Distribution Center is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Human Resources Payroll & Benefits Administrator to join our HR team. This role is responsible for the administration of multi-state payroll and employee benefits programs while ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. The ideal candidate is a proactive professional with demonstrated experience processing multi-state payroll, managing employee benefits programs, and ensuring compliance with evolving federal, state, and local employment laws. This individual will thrive in a fast-paced environment, drive process improvements, and provide exceptional support to employees and business partners across multiple locations. Position Summary: The Human Resource Payroll and Benefits Administrator will be responsible for managing and processing multi-state payroll, administering comprehensive employee benefits programs, and ensuring compliance with all federal and state regulations. The Administrator must maintain a working knowledge of regulations affecting payroll and benefits. The Administrator understands the nuances of payroll compliance across multiple states and can optimize systems and processes as the company grows. The Administrator is able to process timely and accurate payroll, reports, and respond to associates accordingly. Primary Responsibilities: Payroll Administration - Accurately process multi-state payroll (including but not limited to OH, PA, NY, MS) in a timely manner using HRIS. - Maintain and audit payroll records, files, and tax documentation to ensure compliance with federal, state and local laws. - Monitor changes in payroll-related legislation and initiate necessary updates to internal processes. - Calculate and apply deductions such as garnishments, child support orders, and other wage assignments. - Reconcile payroll data with accounting systems; assist in month-end close and payroll-related journal entries. - Prepare and distribute required payroll reports and summaries to leadership and finance departments. - Respond to payroll inquiries from employees with professionalism and confidentiality. - Coordinate year-end processing including W-2s, ACA reporting, and other compliance reporting. Benefit Administration []{style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 1 "}