Benefits and Payroll Specialist
Description Why join the GoMacro team? We’re a company that is driven by a unique core ideology we call The GoMacro Way, which is based upon authenticity, generosity, and compassion for people and the planet. We operate with integrity, we create with passion, and we conduct ourselves with humility. We seek growth-minded people who are inspired by challenges, encouraged by camaraderie, and excited about being leaders at every level.
Become part of a team where everyone is heard, valued, and empowered to influence positive change in their local and global community. How GoMacro’s history shapes who we are today? During her 2003 battle with cancer, co-founder Amelia Kirchoff created the first MacroBar® recipe in her kitchen on the Wisconsin family farm. In the years following, Amelia and her daughter and co-founder Jola began spreading awareness for the power of a balanced, plant-based lifestyle through GoMacro’s healthy and delicious MacroBars, which are now available in stores nationwide.
Today, our work is still guided by the values upon which Jola and Amelia built GoMacro: Live Long, Eat Positive, Give Back, Tread Lightly, and Be Well. It’s our goal to inspire people to have a healthy body, sharp mind, and bold spirit—and we believe doing fun, and meaningful work is part of that. Join us as we make the world better, one bite at a time! Position Description: The Benefits and Payroll Specialist will administer and optimize programs related to benefits, payroll compliance, and employee leave management.
This role ensures that all Total Rewards processes are accurate, compliant, and aligned with GoMacro’s values. The ideal candidate is detail oriented, service focused, and committed to supporting a diverse workforce within a fast paced food manufacturing environment as well as remote workers across multiple states. As a member of a small HR team, this role will also assist with general human resources responsibilities and serve as a resource for employees with HR related questions.
Primary Responsibilities: Benefits Administration Administer day to day employee benefits programs, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, HSA/FSA, and retirement plans. Serve as the primary point of contact for employee benefit questions and vendor coordination. Manage annual open enrollment, including system setup, employee communication, and troubleshooting. Audit benefit enrollments, payroll deductions, and vendor invoices for accuracy.
Support benefits education initiatives to enhance employee understanding and utilization. Payroll Compliance & Support Ensure payroll related data (benefit deductions, taxable benefits, garnishments, leaves, etc.) is accurate and compliant. Partner with Accounting to resolve discrepancies and maintain proper documentation. Monitor federal and state wage and hour regulations to ensure compliance.
Maintain accurate employee compensation and tax documentation. Leave of Absence & FMLA Administration Administer all leave programs, including FMLA, ADA, personal medical leave, parental leave, workers’ compensation, and company specific leave policies. Track eligibility, documentation, certifications, and return to work processes. Communicate with employees, managers, and healthcare providers while maintaining confidentiality.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local leave laws. Unemployment Insurance & Employment Verifications Manage unemployment claims, respond to state inquiries, and coordinate hearings when needed. Maintain accurate employment records to support claim responses. Process employment and wage verification requests in a timely and compliant manner. Compliance, Reporting & Process Improvement Maintain compliance with ERISA, ACA, COBRA, HIPAA, FMLA, and other applicable regulations.
Prepare required filings and reports (ACA, 5500s, audits, etc.) in partnership with vendors or consultants. Identify opportunities to streamline processes, improve employee experience, and enhance data accur