Job Description

Let's be real: payroll and benefits aren't "background" work.

They are

trust work

.
When this role is done well, people feel taken care of. When it's not, everyone notices.
At Bigfoot Beverages, our Benefits & Payroll Specialist is the person who makes sure our people are paid right, supported well, and confident that the details of their employment life are handled with care and precision. This role sits at the heart of our People & Impact team and plays a critical part in keeping our culture strong, compliant, and running smoothly.
If you love accuracy, process, problem-solving, and being the

steady presence in a fast-moving environment

-- this is your lane.

What "doing it right" looks like for our Benefits & Payroll Specialist

You'll own the execution of our payroll, benefits, and leave processes -- ensuring everything is accurate, compliant, and handled with care.
On any given week, that means:

Payroll

Executing bi-weekly payroll processing with precision and timeliness Reviewing for accuracy, catching discrepancies, and escalating issues when needed Managing garnishments and child support notices in partnership with our third-party provider

Benefits Administration

Managing enrollments, qualifying life events, and plan changes in our HRMS Supporting employees with health, dental, vision, life, disability, FSA/HSA, and wellness questions Ensuring benefit data accuracy for carriers and internal reporting Owning open enrollment execution (with support from our People Experience Assistant) Supporting ACA reporting and 1095 processes

Leave & Compliance

Administering all leave programs (FMLA, OFLA, PLO, USERRA, Workers' Comp, ADA, etc.) Tracking documentation, communicating with employees and managers, and supporting smooth returns to work Staying current on federal, state, and local leave laws Flagging complex cases or compliance questions to the Director of People & Impact

Data, Reporting & Process

Compiling payroll and benefits reports to support trend analysis and leadership decisions Reviewing payroll and benefit liability reconciliations and escalating risk indicators Supporting People & Impact projects and administrative needs

And yes -- you'll do all of this while protecting confidentiality like it's your job... because it is.

Who You Are

Detail-obsessed (in a healthy way) Process-driven but people-first Comfortable owning execution and knowing when to escalate Highly organized, proactive, and dependable A strong communicator who can explain complex things clearly Trusted with sensitive information and handles it with integrity Comfortable managing multiple priorities without losing attention to detail, and able to maintain focus and accuracy when priorities shift

Experience & Qualifications

Required:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or related field -- OR equivalent experience Hands-on experience with payroll processing and benefits administration Working knowledge of FMLA, OFLA, PLO, USERRA, Workers' Comp, and ADA Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office, HRMS systems)

Preferred (but not required):

SHRM Certification Experience with Paycom or similar HRMS platforms

Work Details

Schedule:

Monday-Friday (with flexibility based on business needs)

Location:

Eugene, OR (with occasional travel to Bend, Coos Bay, Newport, and Roseburg)

Environment:

Office-based with occasional warehouse exposure

Status:

Exempt, Full-Time

Why Bigfoot?

Bigfoot Beverages has been family-owned since 1947. We're large enough to be complex, small enough to care, and intentional about building a workplace where people feel valued, supported, and proud of what they do.
Our People & Impact team is not transactional. We are builders. Culture matters here. Execution matters here. People matter here.
If you're looking for a role where your work actually impacts people's daily lives -- not just spreadsheets -- you'll feel that here.

The Fine Print

You must be able to pass a background check and pre-employment drug screen and meet company standards for driving a company vehicle.
Bigfoot Beverages is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.