What are the responsibilities and job description for the HR Operations Leader position at GrayMatter?
At GrayMatter, we transform operations and empower people. Our technology and consulting services help manufacturers, water utilities and energy companies digitize operations, eliminate cybersecurity threats and harness analytics to accelerate production.
And that’s where you come in.
GrayMatter is dedicated to creating a team of unmatched talent in industrial technology. Our organizational culture encourages opportunities to learn and collaborate. Five core values woven into our DNA make Team GrayMatter stand above the rest: Accountability, Integrity, Respect, Innovation and Teamwork.
We are seeking a professional to oversee our benefits, compensation and payroll processes and systems. The HR Operations Leader is a key member of the HR leadership team, helping the Chief People Officer drive a total rewards strategy that attracts, engages, and retains GrayMatter employees. This individual will be responsible for growing and managing the payroll and benefits team.
General Job Duties:
Benefits & Compensation
And that’s where you come in.
GrayMatter is dedicated to creating a team of unmatched talent in industrial technology. Our organizational culture encourages opportunities to learn and collaborate. Five core values woven into our DNA make Team GrayMatter stand above the rest: Accountability, Integrity, Respect, Innovation and Teamwork.
We are seeking a professional to oversee our benefits, compensation and payroll processes and systems. The HR Operations Leader is a key member of the HR leadership team, helping the Chief People Officer drive a total rewards strategy that attracts, engages, and retains GrayMatter employees. This individual will be responsible for growing and managing the payroll and benefits team.
General Job Duties:
Benefits & Compensation
- Collaborate on onboarding/off-boarding processes
- Support CPO in compensation strategy and administration
- Oversee benefits programs, ensuring competitiveness and compliance
- Manage vendor relationships and ensure accurate invoicing
- Leverage data to assess and improve total rewards programs
- Communicate benefits offerings and education to employees
HR Systems
- Maintain HRIS as the accurate source of employee data
- Build cross-functional integrations with Finance, IT, and other platforms
- Generate reports and dashboards with accurate HR metrics
- Analyze HR data and support audits and reviews as needed
Payroll
- Own and manage the full payroll cycle, deadlines, and calendar
- Oversee payroll processing and ensure accuracy across systems
- Refine payroll procedures and maintain compliant records
- Partner with Finance to ensure accurate inputs and reporting
Compliance & Policy
- Develop and implement HR policies and procedures
- Ensure adherence to federal, state, and local employment laws
Knowledge, Skills and Experience Needed:
Education / Experience:
Education / Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent HR experience required
- 8 years in HR, including 3 years in a leadership role (5 preferred)
- Experience with HRIS and payroll systems (Paycor a plus)
- Deep knowledge of benefits administration and payroll regulations
- HR, Compensation, or Benefits certifications preferred
Competencies:
- Proven leadership in hiring, onboarding, performance management, and team development
- Ability to motivate and lead diverse, remote teams
- Strong attention to detail paired with strategic thinking
- Knowledge of employment laws and total rewards alignment with business goals
- Excellent communicator and collaborator across teams and vendors
- Self-driven, discreet, and values confidentiality
- Passion for continuous improvement and operational excellence
- A commitment to GrayMatter’s Core Values: Accountability, Integrity, Respect, Innovation, Teamwork
The target annual base compensation range for this position is $80,000 - $100,000, based upon relevant qualifications.
Featured Benefits:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance beginning day one of employment
- Employer paid short term disability and life insurance
- 401(k) with up to 4% company match
- Paid holidays, paid time off, paid sick leave, and paid parental leave
- Additional benefits available such as long term disability, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, EAP, telemedicine, HSA and FSA
Salary : $80,000 - $100,000
