Confidential · 1 day ago
HR and Payroll Specialist
Akron, OH
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
5+ years expConfidential company is seeking a detail-oriented HR and Payroll Specialist to manage payroll processing, benefits administration, employee relations, compliance, and HR operations. The role aims to ensure accuracy, compliance, and a positive employee experience across the organization.
Information Technology & Services
Responsibilities
Administer HR, payroll, and benefits programs, policies, and procedures
Develop and maintain personnel policies, handbook content, job descriptions, and compensation structures
Manage HRIS systems, vendors, contracts, and budgets
Support labor forecasting and salary surveys
Oversee Office Managers’ HR-related responsibilities
Coordinate recruitment for exempt and non-exempt roles
Manage onboarding, orientations, background checks, drug screenings, I-9 verification, and exit interviews
Partner with staffing agencies for contingent workforce needs
Oversee accurate and timely weekly and bi-weekly payroll for multiple companies and states
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local wage and tax regulations
Resolve payroll discrepancies and manage tax filings, garnishments, and withholdings
Coordinate payroll setup for new entities and states
Develop, administer, and evaluate employee benefit programs (medical, dental, life, disability, PTO, 401(k), etc.)
Manage vendors, consultants, and third-party administrators
Conduct benefits orientations and communicate plan information
Resolve claims issues and review programs annually for cost effectiveness
Coordinate HR policy training and support organizational development initiatives
Track and monitor employee training programs
Manage performance review process, discipline, and termination guidance
Lead wellness initiatives, recognition programs, and employee events
Advise management on employee relations matters
Coordinate community involvement and volunteer initiatives
Ensure compliance with EEO, FMLA, COBRA, HIPAA, ERISA, OSHA, and workers’ compensation regulations
Maintain personnel records and file EEO-1 reports
Serve as company representative for workers’ compensation, unemployment claims, hearings, and appeals
Administer Ohio BWC Drug-Free Workplace program and return-to-work initiatives
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting, or general studies with 5 years in payroll and benefits administration experience or 10 years of benefit and payroll administration
Strong knowledge of payroll systems, benefits administration, and employment law
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and HR/payroll software
Strong communication, organization, and analytical skills
Ability to manage confidential information with discretion
Proven ability to multitask and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Life
Disability
PTO
401(k)
Company
Confidential
Our clients come to us for help in recruiting the best mid-to-senior-level talents in the market.
Founded in 2014Bangalore, IN
11-50 employeesFunding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase