America's Thrift Stores · 10 hours ago
Benefits and Leave Administrator - Birmingham (Hybrid)
America's Thrift Stores Field Support Center, 1900 Crestwood Blvd, Irondale, Alabama, United States of America
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
10+ years expAmerica's Thrift Stores is committed to positively impacting the environment and communities they serve. They are seeking a Benefits and Leave Administrator to oversee payroll, benefits administration, leave management, and compliance while collaborating with internal leaders on various HR initiatives.
Consumer ElectronicsFashionRetailSecondhand Goods
Responsibilities
Lead, coach, and develop direct reports while ensuring accurate daily operations and full compliance with all regulatory and internal requirements
Oversee the administration, configuration, and ongoing maintenance of all benefit plans within the HCM/HRIS system, including management of annual open enrollment and benefits renewals
Partner with the healthcare broker to support benefit plan selection, troubleshoot issues, and ensure effective, compliant plan administration
Serve as the primary point of contact for employee inquiries related to benefits and leave programs, providing timely guidance, issue resolution, and enrollment support
Coordinate benefits enrollment activities, including employee meetings, communications, materials distribution, and collaboration with vendors to ensure accurate processing of enrollments, changes, and terminations
Lead and manage all leave of absence processes (including FMLA), ensuring accurate tracking, documentation, reporting, and follow-up within the HRIS
Oversee 401(k) administration, including transaction reconciliation, plan changes, and leadership of annual audits and compliance activities
Audit benefits invoices and related data throughout the fiscal year to ensure accuracy, reconciliation, and cost control; prepare reports on utilization, costs, and trends as needed
Collaborate closely with Payroll to ensure benefit deductions, leave updates, and employee data changes are accurately reflected in employee records
Ensure company-wide compliance with all applicable federal, state, and internal employment requirements, including I-9/E-Verify, labor law postings, EEO-1, ACA and 1095-C reporting, PCORI, Medicare Part D, COBRA, W-2 reporting, and adverse action processes
Partner with People & Culture Business Partners, Legal, Talent Acquisition, Compliance, Payroll, Finance, Benefits, and external auditors to ensure accurate employee data management and operational alignment
Oversee onboarding processes, employment status changes, offer letter review, and maintenance of accurate organizational charts across all locations
Monitor, analyze, and report key People & Culture metrics to support data-driven decision-making
Proactively evaluate and improve People & Culture operational processes, recommending standardization, system enhancements, and efficiency improvements
Develop, implement, and audit People & Culture Operations policies, procedures, departmental business plans, and annual budgets; monitor and adjust budgets as needed
Research, benchmark, and recommend competitive compensation and incentive programs to support talent attraction, engagement, and retention
Maintain internal People & Culture operational systems, including shared inboxes, databases, and documentation repositories
Qualification
Required
Ten (10) or more years of progressive Human Resources experience, including benefits, compensation, payroll, compliance, leave administration, and HRIS/HCM systems
Demonstrated expertise in multistate employment laws and regulatory compliance, including FMLA, ADA, and other applicable federal, state, and local requirements
Proven ability to exercise sound judgment, assess organizational risk, and make decisions aligned with business objectives while maintaining confidentiality and discretion
Experience leading, developing, and coaching high-performing HR or People & Culture teams
Advanced proficiency with HCM/HRIS platforms (Dayforce preferred), including system configuration, data integrity, reporting, and process optimization
Strong analytical, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret data and translate insights into actionable solutions
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly explain complex topics to employees, leaders, and external partners
Strong project management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and perform effectively in a fast-paced environment
Demonstrated ability to drive process improvements and implement scalable People & Culture solutions
Ability to build strong cross-functional partnerships and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, with advanced Excel skills for data analysis and reporting
High school diploma or equivalent required
Valid driver's license with a clean driving record
Successful completion of required background check, motor vehicle check, and drug screening
Preferred
Professional Human Resources certification (PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP) preferred
Benefits
EVERY employee is bonus eligible after 90 days!!
Employee discounts
Growth opportunities
Many store support roles are hybrid
Help others through our charity partners
Save the environment!
Company
America's Thrift Stores
America's Thrift Stores is a retail company providing furniture, electronics, and used clothing.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
Nuveen,TZP Group
2022-02-15Private Equity
Leadership Team
Ken Sobaski
Retired CEO and Current Board Member
Recent News
2025-09-25
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2025-03-19
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