Senior People Operations Coordinator – Rippling Payroll

Buxton Resources

. Own the preparation and processing of global payroll through Rippling .

Posted 11/9/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $75,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

Role fit

Core Competencies

Use this summary to align your resume positioning with the role.

Demonstrates expertise in payroll processing and benefits administration, with a strong focus on compliance with federal and state regulations. Proficient in managing employee lifecycle processes and maintaining accurate payroll documentation using Rippling and other HRIS systems.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Rippling Payroll ProcessingPayroll ReconciliationBenefits AdministrationFederal And State ComplianceHRIS Experience

ATS Keywords

Tailor your resume

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills

Payroll ProcessingBenefits AdministrationPayroll AuditingEmployee OnboardingEmployee OffboardingHR Data AuditsPayroll DocumentationInvoice ReconciliationMulti-State Payroll ProcessingOpen Enrollment Support

Soft Skills

Attention To DetailOrganizational SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsCommunication SkillsProfessionalism

Tools & Technologies

RipplingHRIS

Certifications & Qualifications

SHRM-CPPHR

Industry Keywords

Human ResourcesPeople OperationsPayroll ComplianceEmployee BenefitsWorkforce Data

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own the preparation and processing of global payroll through Rippling
Conduct pre-payroll audits and review post-payroll reports
Assist with payroll reconciliation and resolve payroll discrepancies and employee payroll questions
Maintain payroll documentation and records
Partner with Finance and internal stakeholders on payroll matters
Support year-end payroll activities and required reporting
Help ensure payroll practices comply with federal, state, and local requirements
Administer employee benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, retirement plans, and other sponsored benefits
Process benefit enrollments, changes, qualifying life events, and terminations
Support Open Enrollment, benefit reporting, invoice reconciliation, and eligibility audits
Support the employee lifecycle, including onboarding, employee changes, promotions, transfers, and offboarding
Maintain employee information and documentation in Rippling and other People systems
Prepare employment documentation and employee correspondence
Respond to employee questions and provide professional support
Support HR reporting, workforce data, employee data audits, leave administration, and compliance activities
Provide recruiting support, including interview coordination, candidate communication, offer documentation, background checks, and pre-employment activities
Coordinate new-hire onboarding and orientation
Work with hiring managers and internal teams to provide a smooth onboarding experience
Work closely with the Director of People & Culture and support broader HR priorities

Requirements

What you’ll need

6+ years of progressive Human Resources, People Operations, payroll, benefits, or related experience
3+ years hands-on Rippling payroll processing experience required
Demonstrated experience independently preparing and processing payroll within Rippling
Experience reviewing and auditing payroll prior to submission and resolving payroll discrepancies
Hands-on benefits administration experience
Experience with HRIS and payroll systems beyond basic employee self-service functionality
Experience supporting onboarding, offboarding, employee changes, and HR administration
Working knowledge of federal and state employment and payroll requirements
Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
Ability to manage recurring deadlines, particularly payroll and benefit deadlines
Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to handle confidential employee information with professionalism and discretion
Ability to work independently while knowing when to escalate issues
Ability to shift priorities and provide support across different areas of People & Culture when needed
Preferred: experience processing multi-state or global payroll
Preferred: experience supporting a remote or geographically dispersed workforce
Preferred: experience administering benefits through Rippling
Preferred: experience supporting Open Enrollment and annual benefit renewals
Preferred: experience with payroll reconciliations, benefit invoice reconciliations, and HR data audits
Preferred: experience using Rippling across multiple People functions
SHRM-CP, PHR, or similar HR certification is a plus

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, retirement plans, and other company-sponsored benefits
Benefits administration support, including enrollments, qualifying life events, and terminations
Paid? Not specified
Remote work in the US