Payroll and Benefits Administrator

Payroll and Benefits Administrator
LINK Real Estate Group | Columbus, OH

Are you looking for a dynamic position with an industry leader in multi-family apartment property management? Come grow with LINK!

Why LINK?
At LINK, we lead with purpose, create a culture we love, and never stop seeking new ways to grow. We’re not just a real estate company, we’re a people company. Our team members are experts in property and association management, and we invest in their success every step of the way.

Position Summary

As an HR & Payroll Specialist at LINK Real Estate Group, you will play a critical role in ensuring accurate and compliant payroll operations while supporting key HR functions. This role blends payroll processing expertise with hands-on human resources support, including onboarding, benefits administration, compliance, and employee relations.

What You’ll Do

Payroll & Compliance

• Process bi-weekly payroll for 100+ employees using Paylocity, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
• Maintain and review payroll systems, records, and reporting
• Manage payroll data including new hires, terminations, timecards, pay changes, deductions, garnishments, and taxes
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll and wage laws
• Support audits by preparing and providing payroll documentation
• Identify and implement process improvements for payroll operations

HR Operations

• Support onboarding and offboarding processes
• Respond to employment verifications and unemployment claims
• Serve as a point of contact for employee payroll and HR-related questions

Benefits & Employee Support

• Assist with benefits administration, including new enrollments and annual open enrollment
• Coordinate with benefits brokers and insurance carriers
• Manage COBRA notifications and termination documentation

Training & Projects

• Support training for managers and employees on payroll and timekeeping systems
• Assist with HR initiatives including performance management, compensation analysis, and workforce analytics

What We’re Looking For

• Strong knowledge of payroll processes, taxes, and compliance regulations
• Ability to interpret payroll laws and apply best practices
• Experience with payroll systems
• Strong Excel and reporting skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to multitask and manage competing priorities
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• High level of confidentiality and professionalism
• Self-starter with strong problem-solving and analytical skills

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Human Resources, or related field preferred
• Minimum 1 year of payroll processing experience required
• Minimum 1 year of HR administration experience preferred
• Multi-state payroll experience preferred

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Primarily office-based environment with moderate noise levels
• Regular use of standard office equipment

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Growth-focused, promote-from-within culture
• Opportunity to make a direct impact on both payroll and HR operations
• Collaborative and supportive team environment

If you’re detail-oriented, driven, and ready to make an impact in a fast-paced environment, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today and grow your career with LINK!

Pay: $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person