Senior Administrator and Payroll Operations Lead Remote 36 in Columbus, Ohio

Location

Columbus, Ohio

Job Type

Full-time

Company

Staffmark Group

Position Title: Senior Administrator & Payroll Operations Lead

Location:

Carol Stream, IL (Onsite)

Classification:

Exempt / Salaried

Work Schedules:

Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Flexibility required based on business needs)

Summary

Our client is a premier leader in industrial distribution and supply chain solutions. As a lean, high-impact organization, they are seeking a versatile Senior Administrator & Operations Lead to serve as the central backbone of the companys daily operations. Reporting directly to the President/CEO and Treasurer, this is not a traditional "HR-only" role; it is a critical hybrid position designed for a proactive professional who excels in payroll and HR administration while eagerly stepping into General Affairs, accounting support, and corporate-wide projects.

The ideal candidate is a high-potential "growth" professional who values flexibility and is motivated to learn the broader operational and financial aspects of a successful international business.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Payroll & Financial Administration

Payroll Ownership:

Execute bi-monthly payroll via ADP with meticulous accuracy, serving as the subject matter expert for a multi-national workforce of 70+ employees (US, Canada, and Mexico).

Accounting Support:

Partner with the Treasurer to assist in basic accounting tasks, expense tracking, and billing reconciliation.

Audit Readiness:

Serve as the primary point of contact for external audits, ensuring all financial and personnel records are organized and compliant.

General Affairs & Corporate Operations

Facility & GA Management:

Oversee facility upkeep, equipment maintenance, and office supply procurement to ensure peak operational efficiency.

Risk & Records:

Manage corporate insurance policies, business licenses, and sensitive databases with absolute confidentiality.

Process Improvement:

Assist leadership in the formulation and implementation of internal controls and broader corporate policies.

People Operations & HR

Employee Relations:

Act as the primary point of contact for employee inquiries, mediating conflicts and championing a positive, collaborative culture.

Full-Cycle Recruitment:

Lead the hiring process from job postings to onboarding, ensuring a seamless experience for new hires.

Compliance & Benefits:

Coordinate 401(k) contributions and health benefit programs; ensure total compliance with regional labor laws and the Employee Handbook.

Qualifications

The "Growth" Mindset:

A strong willingness to learn and step into General Affairs and Accounting functions, even if previous experience is primarily in HR/Payroll.

Adaptability:

Ability to operate effectively as a "department of one," pivoting between administrative, financial, and people-focused tasks daily.

Technical Proficiency:

Strong computer skills; ADP proficiency is highly preferred.

Communication:

Exceptional written and verbal skills with a professional presence suitable for direct interaction with executive leadership.

Efficiency:

Highly detail-oriented and proactive; able to meet rigorous deadlines with minimal supervision.

Requirements

Proven Experience:

Demonstrated success in managing payroll systems and general office or HR administration.

Educational Background:

Post-secondary education in a related field or equivalent professional experience.

Environment:

Ability to work in an office environment with occasional exposure to a warehouse setting.

Travel:

Flexibility to travel as required by the business.

Preferred Skills

Previous experience in a corporate administrative, finance, or HR role.

Familiarity with modern HR practices and basic accounting/bookkeeping principles.

Previous experience supporting international operations.

The base pay range listed reflects what we reasonably expect to offer for this role. Actual pay may vary based on location, experience, and performance. Depending on the position, benefits may include medical, dental, and vision coverage; retirement and savings plans; paid holidays and time off; supplemental insurance; and additional wellness or incentive programs.

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