Payroll and Benefits Specialist

Are you a detail-oriented payroll and benefits professional looking for an opportunity to make an impact? We’re partnering with a well-established company to find a Payroll & Benefits Administrator who will play a key role in ensuring smooth payroll operations and comprehensive benefits administration across multiple states.

Job Duties:

• Oversee payroll processing, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely delivery.
• Maintain payroll records and develop insightful reports for leadership.
• Act as a key liaison between the company and the payroll service provider.
• Support employees with payroll and benefits-related inquiries.
• Manage benefits administration, including enrollment, claims processing, and open enrollment.
• Ensure compliance with federal and state regulations (EEO, OSHA, ERISA, etc.).
• Partner with external auditors on 401(k) and retirement plan audits.
• Stay up to date with industry trends and implement best practices to improve payroll and benefits programs.

Qualifications:

Experience: 2+ years in payroll and benefits administration OR 7+ years of related experience in HR/Payroll.
Education: Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field preferred (or equivalent experience).
Skills: Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. Experience with payroll systems and compliance regulations is a plus!