Job Title: Benefits Manager Client is unable to provide visa sponsorship now or in the future. Job Description This role leads compensation, benefits, payroll, and HRIS programs to support a high-performing, growing organization. The ideal candidate blends strategic thinking with hands-on execution and strong analytical expertise. Responsibilities + Design and manage compensation programs, including base pay, incentives, and sales compensation plans. + Lead market benchmarking, merit cycles, incentive payouts, and salary structure reviews. + Oversee health, retirement, and leave programs; manage vendors, renewals, open enrollment, employee communications, and benefits education. + Process accurate and timely U.S. and international payroll, including bonuses and commissions. + Ensure compliance with all wage, hour, payroll, and benefits regulations. + Serve as system owner for HRIS; ensure data integrity, reporting, and process optimization. + Partner with Finance and leadership on reporting, analytics, audits, and decision support. + Provide guidance and training to leaders and teammates on total rewards programs and systems. Essential Skills + Process improvement + Benefits administration + Payroll + Schedule management + Human resources + Benefits management + Human resource benefits + Employee benefits + FMLA Additional Skills & Qualifications + Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, Finance, or related field + 5+ years of experience in compensation, benefits, payroll, and/or total rewards + Hands-on payroll processing experience required + HRIS system ownership or administration experience + Strong analytical, financial, and organizational skills + Ability to balance strategy with hands-on execution + Excellent communication and stakeholder partnership skills Work Environment The work environment is a combination of manufacturing and office settings, providing a dynamic and collaborative atmosphere. Employees enjoy a competitive salary, health insurance, and the opportunity to work with innovative teams. Job Type & Location This is a Permanent position based out of Cynthiana, KY. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $90000.00 - $120000.00/yr. Health insurance HSA Competitive salary Matching 401k Tuition assistance Workplace Type This is a hybrid position in Cynthiana,KY. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Mar 27, 2026. About Aston Carter: Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com (%20astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.