HR Generalist/Payroll & Benefits Specialist

Cornelis Networks delivers the world’s highest performance scale-out networking solutions for AI and HPC datacenters. Our differentiated architecture seamlessly integrates hardware, software and system level technologies to maximize the efficiency of GPU, CPU and accelerator-based compute clusters at any scale. Our solutions drive breakthroughs in AI & HPC workloads, empowering our customers to push the boundaries of innovation. Backed by top-tier venture capital and strategic investors, we are committed to innovation, performance and scalability - solving the world’s most demanding computational challenges with our next-generation networking solutions.

We are a fast-growing, forward-thinking team of architects, engineers, and business professionals with a proven track record of building successful products and companies. As a global organization, our team spans multiple U.S. states and six countries, and we continue to expand with exceptional talent in onsite, hybrid, and fully remote roles.

Cornelis Networks is at the forefront of innovation in the semiconductor industry, providing high-performance networking solutions. We are looking for a talented Payroll and Benefits Specialist to join our growing team. This role will be critical in driving our company's success by ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing and supporting employee benefits administration across our United States and Global workforce.

Key Responsibilities

• Process semi-monthly payroll for United States employees and global payroll in accordance with company schedules.
• Manage benefits enrollment, terminations, and annual open enrollment for employees both in the US and internationally.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and international payroll tax regulations and employment laws.
• Respond to employee inquiries related to payroll, benefits, and deductions in a timely and professional manner.
• Collaborate with vendors (such as benefit providers and third-party payroll processors) to resolve payroll and benefits-related issues.
• Generate payroll and benefits reports for compliance, auditing, and management review.
• Assist with employee benefits communication and education to ensure understanding of available offerings.
• Maintain accurate records for all payroll and benefits-related documents.
• Coordinate with HR and other departments on employee status changes (i.e., promotions, terminations, new hires) and their payroll/benefit impacts.
• Stay updated on changes in payroll and benefits laws and regulations to ensure continued compliance.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• In-depth knowledge of United States and Global payroll laws (including multi-state taxation and international payroll) and benefits administration.
• Previous experience working in companies with 200-500 employees, preferably in a distributed environment with employees across multiple states and countries.
• Experience with payroll software such as BambooHR, ADP, Deel (or similar systems).
• Familiarity with benefits administration platforms and software.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to work effectively with a diverse, remote workforce.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize in a fast-paced, multi-faceted environment.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• 5 years of payroll and benefits experience, preferably in a high-tech or fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in payroll systems and benefits administration.
• Attention to detail and excellent analytical skills.
• Strong understanding of confidentiality and security protocols related to payroll and employee benefits.
  
  

Location:

This role fully supports remote work for employees residing within the United States, with the flexibility to travel to our Chesterbrook Corporate Center located in Wayne, PA occasionally for in-person collaboration.

We offer a competitive compensation package that includes equity, cash, and incentives, along with health and retirement benefits. Our dynamic, flexible work environment provides the opportunity to collaborate with some of the most influential names in the semiconductor industry.

At Cornelis Networks your base salary is only one component of your comprehensive total rewards package. Your base pay will be determined by factors such as your skills, qualifications, experience, and location relative to the hiring range for the position. Depending on your role, you may also be eligible for performance-based incentives, including an annual bonus or sales incentives.

In addition to your base pay, you’ll have access to a broad range of benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as disability and life insurance, a dependent care flexible spending account, accidental injury insurance, and pet insurance. We also offer generous paid holidays, 401(k) with company match, and Open Time Off (OTO) for regular full-time exempt employees. Other paid time off benefits include sick time, bonding leave, and pregnancy disability leave.

Cornelis Networks does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee-based recruitment services. Cornelis Networks is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates and will accommodate applicants’ needs under the respective laws throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process.