This position is a full-time salary position working with the Human Resources Department as part of shared services for Thompson Hanson and Tiny Boxwoods Productions. We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Human Resources Payroll Benefits Coordinator to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing payroll processes, administering employee benefits programs, and ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations. This role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate effectively with employees and external vendors.

About Thompson Hanson

Since 1981, clients across Houston and Austin have sought the services of Thompson Hanson to create and maintain their residential gardens and landscapes. We are distinguished by design that is beautiful, intelligent and appropriate, and we take to heart the privilege of creating what we consider to be a quiet but critical piece of a person’s lifestyle. Nothing brings us greater satisfaction than knowing a place we have touched is not only well-loved, but well-lived. - (thompsonhanson.com)

About Tiny Boxwoods Productions

In 2006, three dreamers set out to build a restaurant in the middle of a beloved River Oaks nursery in Houston. They named it Tiny Boxwoods, after the little potted trees that can always be found throughout the Thompson Hanson nursery. The restaurant opened in 2007.

Fast forward to the present, Tiny Boxwoods Productions has several restaurants, along with our Tiny’s Milk & Cookies concept (a walk-up bakery, ice cream, and coffee shop). Milk & Cookies is anchored by our lineup of pastries made from-scratch, our chocolate chip cookie, and our coffee, ice cream, and bread programs.

We've expanded our operations across Houston and Austin, while continuing to innovate our production with the creation of our off-site Houston Bakery in Bellaire, TX. We are also extremely proud to have grown our production to include in-house coffee roasting, along with our farming operations in La Grange, TX. Tiny Boxwoods Productions continues to set the standard that quality needs to be at the heart of everything a good company is doing. - (tinyboxwoods.com & tinysmilkandcookies.com)

Job Purpose

The Human Resources Payroll Benefits Coordinator is responsible for managing payroll processes, administering employee benefits programs, and ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations. This role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate effectively with employees and external vendors.

Duties and Responsibilities

The primary job duties and responsibilities of the Human Resources Payroll Benefits Coordinator include but are not limited to the following:

• Process payroll for employees accurately and timely, including calculation of wages, deductions, and withholdings.
• Administer employee benefits programs, including health insurance, retirement plans, and other perks.
• Coordinate with external vendors and insurance providers to ensure smooth administration of benefits.
• Maintain accurate records of employee attendance, leaves, and other relevant information.
• Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll, benefits, and related HR policies.
• Stay updated on changes in payroll regulations and benefits programs to ensure compliance.
• Assist in the development and implementation of HR policies and procedures.
• Generate reports and analyze data related to payroll and benefits for management review.
• Collaborate with the HR team to support employee onboarding, offboarding, and other HR processes.
• Participate in HR projects and initiatives as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• Proven experience in payroll administration and benefits coordination.
• Strong understanding of payroll laws, regulations, and best practices.
• Proficiency in payroll software and Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Prior experience with HRIS (Human Resources Information System) is a plus.
• Certification in Payroll (e.g., CPP - Certified Payroll Professional) is preferred.

Benefits

We offer a competitive salary, discretionary bonuses, health insurance, dental and vision insurance, 401k with company matching, generous paid time off, and an opportunity to build a career. We offer extensive training and ongoing learning opportunities to continue growing your career.

Working Conditions

The incumbent will be working primarily in a professional open office environment, with some exposure to a restaurant and plant nursery setting. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, copiers, scanners, and filing cabinets.

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job the incumbent regularly required to talk, hear, read, and write. The incumbent is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands and arms to reach, type, file and write. Specific vision abilities required include close vision and distant vision, and ability to adjust focus. The incumbent is occasionally required to sit, stand, climb, balance, stoop, and crouch. The incumbent must frequently lift and move up to ten (10) pounds and occasionally lift and move objects up to twenty-five (25) pounds.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work setting:

• Office

Ability to Relocate:

• Bellaire, TX 77401: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person