At Associated Bank we strive to create an inclusive culture where different perspectives are valued and recognized as strengths critical to our success. If you thrive in an environment where your growth and development are encouraged and supported, then Associated Bank may be the right place for you.

We invite you to view the opportunity below.

Perform a variety of specialized tasks and confidential functions in payroll, benefits and HR policy administration. Provide excellent service via telephone and email to colleagues in the areas of payroll, benefits and general HR related questions. Demonstrate knowledge and application of payroll and benefit administration principles, methods and practices, including financial entries and report creation and generation. Acts as the first point of contact with all Associated colleagues, to research and resolve payroll, benefit and HR policy questions. Perform all duties to meet strict deadlines and HR performance metrics.

This Person will also:

Performs HR system entries for all colleagues to ensure accurate and timely payments to colleagues. Audits payroll entries made by other HR Specialists. Resolves routine payroll issues. Process and track manual checks as requested by HR or Legal. Maintain accurate payroll records and colleague files. Create routine reports from HR system.

Provide excellent service to colleagues with every interaction. Act as a liaison to resolve complex issues and provide warm hand-off's to other areas when needed. Supports and implements operational process changes and initiatives, including creating and/or updating procedures to reflect changes.

Perform all activities to effectively administer all benefit plans including: eligibility reporting, enrollment changes, qualifying life events, annual open enrollment, terminations and retirements.

Review the qualifications listed below: 

Education
High School. Required

Experience
Less than 2 years Human Resources with Excel spreadsheets and data manipulation. Required

In addition to core traditional benefits, we take pride in offering benefits for every stage of life. 

Retirement savings including both 401(k) and Pension plans. 

Paid time off to volunteer in your community. 

Opportunities to connect with others through our diversity-focused Colleague Resource Groups. 

Competitive salaries with professional development and advancement opportunities. 

Bonus benefits including well-being programs and incentives, parental leave, an employee stock purchase plan, military benefits and much more.  

Personal banking, loan, investment and insurance benefits. 

Associated Bank serves more than 120 communities throughout Wisconsin, Illinois and Minnesota and we consider our colleagues critical to our continued success. See why our colleagues continually vote us a best place to work in the Midwest. Join our community on Facebook, LinkedIn and X. 

Compliance Statement

Associated Bank is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse workforce. We support a work environment where colleagues are respected and given the opportunity to perform to their fullest potential. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status, among other factors.

Fully complies with all applicable enterprise policies and procedures. Acts in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations as outlined in training materials, including but not limited to Bank Secrecy Act. Responsible for reporting suspicious activity to Financial Intelligence. Responsible to report all customer complaints as prescribed and procedure violations to management or HR.

Responsible to report ethical concerns as needed to Associated Bank’s anonymous Ethics Hotline.

Associated Bank provides additional assistance throughout the application, interview and hiring process. Please contact leavesandaccommodations@associatedbank.com if you need an accommodation at any time during the process.

Associated Banc-Corp is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. Associated Banc-Corp participates in the E-Verify Program. E-Verify Notice English or Spanish. Know Your Right to Work English or Spanish.

Associated Bank is Pay Transparency compliant.

The pay range represents anticipated base pay for this role. Actual pay may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, work location, skills, experience, education, and qualifications for the role.

$17.00 - $27.76