HR & Payroll Manager

Location: St Louis, MOReports to: CFOPartners closely with: Corporate Controller, Legal/Executive Leadership, Department ManagersCompany: CC3 SolutionsPosition SummaryCC3 is seeking a highly trustworthy, detail-oriented, and people-centered HR & Payroll Manager to serve as the primary ambassador between employees and the organization. This role is a critical blend of human resources administration, payroll execution, employee support, and office engagement.The right candidate will be entrusted with confidential compensation and personnel information and expected to handle that responsibility with professionalism, discretion, and sound judgment. This person will own the day-to-day execution of payroll, benefits administration, onboarding, off boarding, employee documentation, and routine employee support, while also helping foster a positive and engaged office environment.In addition to core HR and payroll responsibilities, this role will serve as a key office ambassador by coordinating team events, maintaining the corporate calendar, and helping support employee morale and engagement across the company. This person will also assist with certain light bookkeeping and administrative finance processes in close partnership with the Corporate Controller and CFO.Key ResponsibilitiesPayroll AdministrationOwn accurate and timely payroll processing for all employeesReview employee changes, compensation updates, deductions, garnishments, benefits elections, reimbursements, and payroll inputs for completeness and accuracyMaintain payroll records and supporting documentation with a high standard of confidentialityCoordinate with internal leadership and external payroll partners to resolve discrepancies and ensure payroll complianceSupport reporting tied to payroll, benefits, deductions, and employee status changesBenefits and HR AdministrationAdminister employee benefits, including enrollments, changes, terminations, and employee questionsServe as a reliable point of contact for employees regarding benefits, payroll, policies, and general HR supportMaintain personnel files, HR records, and documentation in an organized and compliant mannerCoordinate employee communications related to benefits, policy acknowledgments, deadlines, and required formsSupport the administration of leave requests, employee status changes, and other routine HR processesOnboarding and OffboardingOwn the employee onboarding and offboarding process from offer acceptance through separationCoordinate new hire paperwork, payroll forms, benefit forms, orientation materials, and employee file setupHelp ensure completion of required employment documentation, acknowledgments, and system access coordinationManage offboarding documentation, final process steps, and cross-functional handoffs with payroll, IT, and leadershipCreate a welcoming, organized, and professional employee transition experienceEmployee Support and Office Ambassador ResponsibilitiesAct as an approachable and professional bridge between employees and the organizationHelp reinforce a respectful, communicative, and well-supported workplace environmentCoordinate office morale initiatives, team events, celebrations, and employee engagement activitiesMaintain and help organize the corporate calendar, internal events, and key people-related milestonesSupport day-to-day office coordination and help create a workplace experience that reflects CC3's culture and standardsCompliance, Confidentiality, and Process DisciplineHandle confidential compensation, payroll, benefits, and personnel information with discretion and maturitySupport policy distribution, employee acknowledgments, and process trackingEscalate sensitive employee matters appropriately while handling routine HR administration independentlyHelp ensure HR and payroll processes are documented, repeatable, timely, and audit-readyPartner with leadership to strengthen consistency, communication, and employee process executionCross-Functional Finance and Administrative SupportProvide light bookkeeping and administrative support as needed in coordination with the Corporate Controller and CFOAssist with reconciliations, reporting support, employee-related financial documentation, or other administrative tasks tied to payroll and people operationsHelp ensure strong handoff and alignment between HR, payroll, and finance workflowsQualificationsBachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, Accounting, or related field preferred5+ years of relevant experience in HR administration, payroll, people operations, office management, or a similar roleDemonstrated experience processing payroll and administering employee benefitsStrong understanding of confidentiality, employee records management, and HR process disciplineExperience with onboarding, offboarding, and employee support in a growing business environmentStrong organizational skills with the ability to manage sensitive details accurately and consistentlyComfortable balancing employee-facing responsibilities with administrative precisionExperience supporting office events, engagement, and internal coordination preferredExposure to bookkeeping, reconciliations, or finance-adjacent support work is a plusExperience with HRIS, payroll systems, Microsoft Office, and related systems requiredWhat Success Looks LikePayroll is processed accurately, on time, and with minimal correctionsBenefits administration, employee changes, and personnel documentation are handled professionally and confidentiallyNew hires and departing employees experience a smooth, organized processEmployees view this person as dependable, responsive, and trustworthyTeam events, office engagement, and internal coordination are thoughtful and well-executedHR, payroll, and finance workflows are aligned and dependableLeadership has confidence that people operations are being managed with care and disciplineCandidate ProfileWarm, professional, and highly discreetStrong executor who follows through reliablyOrganized without being rigidComfortable being employee-facing while protecting company standardsAble to handle confidential information with maturity and judgmentCollaborative with finance and leadership teamsEnergized by helping people while keeping processes tightWhy Join CC3This is an opportunity to build and own a high-trust function that directly shapes the employee experience and strengthens the company's operating discipline. The HR & Payroll Manager will play a central role in supporting employees, improving process consistency, and helping CC3 scale with professionalism and care.BenefitsCompetitive base salary with uncapped commission structure.Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans.401(k) with company matchProfessional development programs and ongoing training.Discounts on products and services.Equal Opportunity StatementCC3 is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. CC3 strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Created: 2026-05-09