HR and Payroll Specialist

Kenner, LA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 21 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Department:

Operations

Job Summary

Description

The Payroll & Benefits Specialist is responsible for the accurate and timely administration of U.S. payroll and employee benefits programs for Testronics U.S. operations. This position ensures compliance with federal and state regulations manages end-to-end payroll processing and supports benefits administration and HR operational initiatives.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented analytical and people-focused with deep experience in payroll systems benefits compliance and employee support. This role collaborates closely with HR and Finance leadership to ensure accuracy compliance and consistency across all people-related processes.

Key Responsibilities

Manage bi-monthly U.S. payroll processing ensuring accuracy in timekeeping deductions and reporting. Oversee benefit and compensation programs enrollment updates and vendor relationships.

Maintain compliance with federal and state labor laws (FMLA ACA COBRA ADA EEO etc.) update employee handbooks and policy documentation and coordinate required compliance trainings. Support audit preparation and maintain organized regulatory records.

Coordinate and administer leave of absence requests (medical parental FMLA/ADA) ensuring accurate documentation and communication between employees managers and vendors. Provide support and guidance throughout the process to ensure both compliance and employee care.

Serve as the first point of contact for payroll benefits and HR policy inquiries delivering confidential consistent and compliant frontline support that builds trust across teams. Advise managers and employees on workplace issues helping navigate performance concerns conflict resolution and employee feedback.

Maintain accurate employee data in BambooHR and ADP conducting audits and resolving discrepancies to ensure accurate compliant and well-organized records. Generate HR reports to support Finance and HR leadership with analytics and compliance tracking.

Collaborate with managers and leadership on people initiatives surfacing employee feedback and helping to shape early engagement and retention strategies. Partner with HR leadership to facilitate review cycles support development programs and streamline processes that improve efficiency and the employee experience.

Drive continuous improvement in HR operations by standardizing documentation enhancing process efficiency and strengthening compliance programs to support a culture of accountability and transparency.

Requirements

Hybrid; Kenner LA (3 days in office (Monday Wednesday Friday) / 2 days remote)

Bachelors degree in HR Business Administration or related field (or equivalent experience).

5 years of experience in U.S. payroll and benefits administration preferably in a multi-state environment.

Strong knowledge of federal and state labor laws FMLA ACA and related compliance requirements.

Experience with HRIS and payroll systems (BambooHR ADP Paychex or similar).

Proven ability to provide frontline HR support and employee relations guidance.

Exceptional attention to detail and ability to maintain confidentiality.

Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills; ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Preferred: SHRM-CP or PHR certification and advanced Excel/reporting experience.

Benefits

Bonus Features (What We Can Do For You)

Medical Plan

Vision Plan

Employer Paid Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

401K w/ Matching Contribution

Paid Company Holidays

Paid Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

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DescriptionThe Payroll & Benefits Specialist is responsible for the accurate and timely administration of U.S. payroll and employee benefits programs for Testronics U.S. operations. This position ensures compliance with federal and state regulations manages end-to-end payroll processing and supports...