HR/Payroll Specialist

We are seeking an experienced HR/Payroll Administrator to join an established organization in the Greater St. Louis Metro area. This role plays a key part in supporting the full employee lifecycle, including onboarding, benefits administration, employee relations, compliance, and HR operations, while also overseeing full‑cycle payroll processing. The ideal candidate is an organized, people‑focused professional with strong HR expertise, a solid understanding of payroll processes, and the ability to partner effectively with employees and leadership.

Responsibilities:

Oversee and process weekly payroll for contract, commissioned, and salaried employees, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely execution. Serve as a primary point of contact for employee questions related to payroll, benefits, policies, and HR processes, providing clear and supportive guidance. Manage and maintain accurate employee records, including new hires, terminations, status changes, compensation updates, and benefit elections. Coordinate and support new hire onboarding and orientation, ensuring a smooth and compliant employee experience. Administer benefits programs, including enrollments, changes, deductions, and coordination with vendors. Ensure accurate timesheet collection, review, and approval in alignment with company policies and labor regulations. Conduct regular audits of payroll, benefits, and HR data to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. Prepare payroll, HR, and compliance reports for management and leadership as needed. Track and support performance evaluation processes and employee documentation. Partner with leadership to support HR initiatives, compliance efforts, and process improvements.