Title:  Temporary Compensations and Benefits Administrator

Location: Riverside, CA
Department: Human Resources
Employment Type: Temporary, Full-Time
Anticipated Assignment End Date: July 2027 (subject to change based on business needs)
Hiring Range: $37.00–$40.00 per hour

Job Summary

The Temporary Compensation and Benefits Administrator provides analytical and administrative support for compensation, benefits, retirement, payroll-related, and HRIS programs. The role administers recurring compensation and retirement plan processes, conducts analyses, prepares reports, and supports compliance and governance activities.

The position requires strong attention to detail, confidentiality, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines.

Essential Functions

Payroll and Retirement Plan Support

• Prepare and process media-out files in accordance with established payroll schedules.
• Conduct bi-weekly 401(k) payroll audits and review payroll-related transactions for accuracy.
• Review and verify 401(k) deferrals and loan deductions associated with off-cycle payroll checks.
• Coordinate annual profit-sharing activities and related follow-up actions.
• Support retirement plan administration activities and vendor coordination as needed.

Compensation Administration

• Conduct job pricing analyses and respond to compensation benchmarking requests.
• Participate in compensation surveys, including data collection, analysis, and submission (e.g., Korn Ferry survey).
• Prepare compensation comparison reports and quarterly sales bonus calculations and reporting.
• Perform market analysis activities to support compensation decision-making.

Reporting and Analytics

• Prepare and distribute monthly Market Value Reports.
• Generate quarterly compensation and incentive plan reports for management review.
• Reconcile compensation and payroll-related data with Payroll on a quarterly basis.
• Compile data and prepare presentations, reports, and supporting documentation for leadership review.

HRIS and Data Management

• Upload, maintain, and update salary range information within SuccessFactors.
• Assist with organizational chart maintenance and updates.

Compliance and Governance

• Support annual retirement plan compliance testing activities.
• Assist with regulatory reporting and audit requests.
• Prepare materials and documentation for Investment Review Committee meetings.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and applicable regulations related to compensation and benefits administration.

Vendor and Employee Support

• Review and route vendor invoices, including retirement plan-related invoices, for appropriate approval and payment.
• Send standard retirement plan communications to eligible new hires.
• Respond to employee and management questions regarding compensation and retirement plan programs.

Required Competencies

• Demonstrates strong analytical judgment and accuracy when working with compensation, benefits, payroll, and retirement plan data.
• Maintains confidentiality and uses discretion when handling sensitive employee and business information.
• Communicates professionally with employees, managers, vendors, Payroll, Finance, and Human Resources colleagues.
• Organizes work effectively, manages multiple priorities, and meets recurring deadlines.
• Exercises initiative, follow-through, and sound judgment in completing assigned responsibilities.

Qualifications

Education

• Associate's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or related field required.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.

Experience

• Minimum 1-3 years of experience in Human Resources, Compensation, Benefits, Payroll, Finance, or related administrative functions.
• Experience working with HRIS systems, preferably SuccessFactors.
• Experience handling confidential employee information required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including formulas, pivot tables, and data analysis.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet established deadlines.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
• Working knowledge of compensation and retirement plan administration preferred.

Work Environment

This role is generally performed in a professional office environment and requires regular use of a computer, Microsoft Office applications, HRIS platforms, and other business systems.

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, use a computer, communicate verbally and in writing, and review detailed information. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.