POSITION

HR Administrator

Department:

Human Resources

Location:

ATLANTA, GA

FLSA status:

EXEMPT

SUMMARY OF JOB FUNCTION

The HR Administrator Payroll, Benefits & Global Mobility plays a key role in ensuring smooth and compliant HR operations across payroll, benefits, and employee support. This position requires a hands-on, detail-oriented professional who can manage complex payroll processes (including gross-ups, relocation reimbursements, and expatriate payroll adjustments) while also providing genuine, people-centered support to employees especially those relocating from overseas. The ideal candidate combines technical accuracy with empathy, showing sincere dedication to helping international assignees settle successfully into their new life and work environment. This role is well-suited for someone who enjoys solving problems, takes ownership of diverse HR tasks, and approaches every challenge with a can-do mindset.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Payroll Administration:

• Process and review biweekly/monthly payroll with accuracy, including complex components such as gross-ups, relocation allowances, and expatriate pay adjustments.

• Manage payroll data for both domestic employees and international assignees (inbound/outbound).

• Coordinate with Finance and Accounting to reconcile payroll and ensure audit readiness.

• Maintain compliance with all federal, state, and local wage/tax laws.

• Provide timely and professional support for employee payroll inquiries.

Benefits Administration:

• Administer employee benefit programs (medical, dental, vision, life, disability, FSA/HSA, 401(k)).

• Manage enrollments, changes, and terminations in benefit systems.

• Partner with vendors and brokers to resolve benefit-related issues.

• Coordinate annual open enrollment and employee communications.

• Ensure compliance with ACA, COBRA, and other benefit regulations.

Global Mobility & Relocation Support:

• Support all payroll, tax, and HR processes for expatriates and international transfers.

• Coordinate relocation payments, housing allowances, per diems, and other mobility-related benefits.

• Partner with external relocation and tax vendors to ensure accurate gross-ups and tax reporting.

• Provide empathetic, hands-on support to employees and families relocating to the U.S., helping them navigate HR, payroll, and benefits matters smoothly.

• Maintain clear communication with expatriates to ensure a positive transition experience.

General HR Administration:

• Maintain accurate employee data within HRIS (e.g., UKG, ADP, Workday).

• Support onboarding/offboarding processes and HR documentation.

• Assist in policy administration, audits, and HR projects as needed.

• Be flexible and proactive in supporting any HR-related tasks that contribute to smooth operations.

QUALIFICATIONS

The experience and education described here are representative of those that are expected to individuals to successfully perform the essential duties of this position. Equivalent combinations of education and experience that provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered on an individual basis.

• Education: Bachelors degree in Human Resources, Accounting, or Business Administration preferred.

• Experience: 3+ years of hands-on payroll experience, including gross-up and multi-state payroll.

• Skills & Competencies:

• Strong understanding of payroll tax compliance and employee benefits.

• Experience with relocation or expatriate payroll administration preferred.

• Proficiency in HRIS/payroll systems (e.g., ADP, UKG, Workday, Paylocity).

• High attention to detail, accuracy, and confidentiality.

• Excellent communication skills and cultural sensitivity.

• A genuine interest in supporting employees relocating from overseas, with professionalism and empathy.

• Strong organizational skills and a proactive, can-do attitude.

• Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with multi-entity or international payroll.

• Certification such as FPC, CPP, SHRM-CP, or PHR is a plus.

• Advanced Excel and reporting skills

EXPECTED COMPETENCIES

To succeed in this role, the Senior HR Generalist is expected to demonstrate the following competencies:

• Strategic Thinking: Ability to align HR initiatives with organizational goals and anticipate future needs.

• Attention to Detail: Precision in handling payroll, HRIS data, and reporting to ensure accuracy and compliance.

• Communication Excellence: Clear and professional communication across all levels of the organization.

• Collaboration & Influence: Strong interpersonal skills to build relationships and influence stakeholders across departments and locations.

• Adaptability: Flexibility to manage changing priorities and work effectively in a dynamic, multi-site environment.

• Confidentiality & Integrity: Commitment to handling sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.

• Initiative & Ownership: Proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement.

• Cultural Awareness: Sensitivity to diverse work environments and ability to support inclusive practices.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/ PHYSICAL DEMANDS & OTHERS REQUIREMENT

Physical Demands

Work is generally sedentary in nature, but may require standing, walking, grasping, and lifting/moving up to 15 pounds (e.g. to shred documents, to maintain a neat and organized work environment, and to lift paper supplies, and large boxes and files). Ability to read printed materials and written information on a computer screen is required.

Business Travel & Work Hours

Business Travel: Minimal

May be required to work beyond normal business hours as business needs dictate.

Language

Must be able to read, write, and communicate fluently in English.