Sr. Compensation & Benefits Analyst

Are you an experienced HR professional with a passion for accuracy, communication, and delivering exceptional employee support? We’re looking for a Benefits & Payroll Administrator to join our client’s team in Arlington, TN. In this role, you’ll take ownership of benefit plan administration, payroll processing, compliance, and employee guidance — ensuring team members receive the service, clarity, and care they deserve.

What's In It For You

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance to support your overall health needs
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays to recharge and enjoy life outside of work
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with up to a 4% company match and immediate vesting
• Life Insurance Coverage for peace of mind
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance to protect you during unexpected events
• Maternity Leave benefits to support growing families
• Bereavement Leave for life’s most difficult moments
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering confidential resources for personal and professional support
• Education Assistance to help you continue developing your skills and career
• Additional wellness and employee care programs designed to promote a healthy, balanced lifestyle

What You’ll Be Doing

• Manage and administer a wide range of employee benefit plans, including health, dental, vision, FSA/HSA, life insurance, disability, EAP, retirement savings, educational assistance, and more.
• Oversee benefit plan changes, new hire enrollment, open enrollment, premium calculations, cost analysis, and processing terminations.
• Partner closely with insurance brokers, third-party administrators, and benefit vendors to resolve issues and ensure accurate plan management.
• Lead payroll file maintenance for U.S. and Canada, including new hire setup, salary updates, deductions, garnishments, PTO tracking, and direct deposits.
• Process payroll accurately and timely, ensuring proper deductions, compliance, and reconciliation.
• Prepare tax filings and year-end documents such as W-2s, T4s, quarterly reports, and 401(k) contributions.
• Track, manage, and administer FMLA leaves and short-term disability cases.
• Reconcile HR benefit invoices, analyze monthly costs, and ensure payment accuracy.
• Serve as a resource to managers and employees regarding HR policies, procedures, and benefit questions.
• Assist in policy development and maintain updated knowledge of legislation affecting payroll and benefits.
• Complete annual system updates, including holidays, PTO accruals, and year-end audit tasks.
• Maintain a professional, positive presence when communicating with employees and external partners.

What We Are Looking For

• Strong computer proficiency, especially advanced Excel skills; working knowledge of Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Experience with UKG HRIS (highly preferred).
• Broad knowledge of HR practices and ability to support daily HR operations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, attention to detail, and strong interpersonal skills.
• High level of accuracy and professionalism in sensitive, data-driven work.
• Ability to interpret compensation data, support decision-making, and build compensation models.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources Management or a related Business field (required)
• 7 years of Human Resources experience
• 3 years of benefits administration
• 3 years of payroll processing (preferred)