Peoria HR Payroll & Benefits Coordinator

Human Resources Payroll & Benefits Coordinator

Location: Peoria, IL (On-site at Corporate Office)

Hours: Monday–Friday, 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM

Salary Range: $65,000 – $80,000 per year (commensurate with experience)

 

About Connor Co.:
Established in 1936, Connor Co. is a family-owned and operated wholesale distributor specializing in plumbing, HVAC, geothermal, PVF-Hydronics, pump, and water systems products. For nearly 90 years, we’ve grown steadily through strong relationships, dedicated employees, and loyal customers. With 27 locations across Illinois, Indiana, and Missouri, we continue our proud tradition of offering the Best Products…Best Prices…Best Service in the industry.

Position Summary:
We are seeking a Human Resources Payroll & Benefits Coordinator to join our team at the corporate office in Peoria, IL. This full-time, on-site position reports to the VP of Human Resources and is primarily responsible for processing weekly payroll and supporting various HR administrative functions.

Key Responsibilities Include (but are not limited to):

• Process weekly, multi-state payroll for 300+ employees using UKG Pro
• Manage employee lifecycle data from hire to termination across payroll, timekeeping, and benefits systems
• Support recruitment efforts: job postings, candidate tracking, interview scheduling
• Coordinate new hire onboarding, including background checks and drug screening
• Maintain accurate records and reports of payroll and HR transactions
• Administer benefit plans and respond to employee benefit inquiries
• Assist with HR compliance documentation (I-9s, EEO reporting, workers' comp, unemployment, COBRA)
• Support internal audits including 401(k) and workers’ compensation
• Provide employment verifications and draft HR-related letters
• Maintain confidentiality in all payroll and HR functions
• Generate HR and payroll reports as needed

Qualifications:

• Associate’s degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field, or equivalent experience
• HR Certification (SHRM-CP, PHR, or equivalent) 
• Minimum 4 years of relevant HR/payroll experience
• Proficiency with UKG Pro (or similar payroll/HRIS systems) and Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience with multi-location payroll and tax processing
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment with high attention to detail
• Must pass a pre-employment background check and drug screen

Benefits:

• 8 Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance through BCBS of Illinois
• 100% Employer-Paid Short & Long-Term Disability
• $10,000 Basic Life and AD&D Insurance (100% employer-paid)
• Flexible Spending Plan
• 401(k) Plan (6-month waiting period)
• 401(k) Employer Match: 50% of the first 5% contributed

To Apply:
Please submit your application through our online job board: Connor Co. Career Opportunities
We are not accepting in-person applications or phone inquiries at this time.

At Connor Co., people make a difference.
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