Payroll & Benefits Coordinator

Join Our Mission-Driven Team as a Benefits and Payroll Coordinator – Blairsville, PA

Are you passionate about making a difference through your work? At Instructional Empowerment, we are on a mission to eradicate generational poverty through education. Our vision-driven organization prioritizes professionalism, integrity, and collaboration as we strive to create lasting impact.

As a Benefits and Payroll Coordinator , you’ll provide essential administrative and operational support to enhance the efficiency of our Finance and HR functions. Reporting to the Finance Manager, this role is a great opportunity to contribute to an innovative organization that values excellence and employee well-being.

What You’ll Do

In this dynamic support role, you’ll assist with key HR and payroll processes, helping ensure smooth and timely operations. Your responsibilities will include:

Benefits Coordination

• Assist with day-to-day administration of employee benefits programs (health, dental, vision, disability, 401(k), etc.).

• Support employee inquiries by providing information or directing them to the appropriate resources.

• Help maintain accurate benefits data and support compliance activities.

Payroll Support

• Help prepare and process payroll by collecting, reviewing, and entering employee information.

• Support payroll compliance by maintaining records and assisting with reporting needs.

• Assist with employee payroll questions and direct them appropriately.

Onboarding Coordination

• Support new hire onboarding by preparing documentation, organizing materials, and ensuring required forms are completed.

• Coordinate with managers to facilitate a smooth onboarding experience.

Offboarding Assistance

• Assist with the offboarding process, including final paperwork, system updates, and coordination of final pay and benefits steps.

What We’re Looking For
We’re seeking a detail-oriented, proactive professional with a passion for HR. Our ideal candidate will have:

• Required :
  • 2–5 years of experience in payroll with a good understanding of benefits.
  • Experience in HRIS systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Experience with payroll platforms like UKG, BambooHR, or WorkDay.
  • Strong customer service skills and the ability to collaborate across teams.
• Preferred :
  • Associate or bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting or a related field.
  • PHR or SHRM certification.

Why You’ll Love Working with Us
We take care of our team just as much as we take care of our mission. Enjoy:

• 100% paid medical, dental, vision, LTD, STD, and life insurance for you and your dependents.
• Generous time off : 15 days of PTO, 8 paid holidays, and 2 floating holidays.
• A 401(k) plan with a 4% company match.
• Comprehensive onboarding to set you up for success in your new role.

Location & Work Schedule

• Hybrid position based in Blairsville, Pennsylvania.
• Full-time, Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. EST, with occasional evening/weekend needs.
• Salary Range - $19.00-$21.00/hour

Ready to Empower?
If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact and grow your career with a team dedicated to transforming lives through education, apply today! Let’s work together to shape a brighter future.