Payroll & HR Business Partner
Location: Richland, MS or Memphis, TN
Salary: $70,000–$80,000 base

Our client, a growing multi-state service organization, is seeking an experienced Payroll & HR Business Partner to join its HR team. This is a hands-on role that combines ownership of payroll operations with strategic HR partnership, making it an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys both the technical and people-focused sides of Human Resources. Reporting directly to the Vice President of Human Resources, you’ll have the opportunity to work alongside a highly respected, supportive leader who values collaboration, mentorship, and professional growth.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end, multi-state payroll processing with a strong emphasis on accuracy and compliance
• Serve as the primary payroll subject matter expert for the organization
• Partner with managers on employee relations, coaching, performance management, and policy interpretation
• Administer employee benefits, including enrollments, life events, and open enrollment support
• Maintain HRIS data integrity and assist with reporting and process improvements
• Ensure compliance with federal and state employment and payroll regulations
• Collaborate with Finance on payroll reconciliations and reporting
• Help develop and improve HR and payroll processes to support a growing organization

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, Accounting, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 5+ years of payroll experience with ownership of the payroll process
• 2+ years of HR Generalist or HR Business Partner experience
• Experience with ADP Workforce Now or a comparable HRIS/payroll platform preferred
• Strong knowledge of payroll regulations, benefits administration, and employee relations
• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining confidentiality and accuracy

What You’ll Find

• Competitive salary of $70,000–$80,000
• Full benefits package
• Opportunity to work closely with executive leadership and make a meaningful impact
• Stable, growing organization with a collaborative and supportive culture
• A position that offers both operational ownership and strategic HR involvement

For purposes of confidentiality, you can apply by emailing sfields@servicespecialistltd.com.