Payroll and Benefits Specialist

Your main responsibilities will be:

• Preparation and processing of bi-weekly and monthly payrolls for all employees, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Maintain and update employee payroll records including new hires, terminations, wage changes, position changes, taxes, benefits, etc.
• Administer employee benefit programs such as medical, dental, vision, retirement, life insurance, short term and long term disability, and wellness programs.
• Monitor and ensure compliance with all applicable state and federal wage and hour laws.
• Reconcile payroll totals into ERP system and ensure accurate financial & cost center postings.
• Demonstrate the ability to analyze payroll and benefits data, identifying trends, draw logical conclusions and draft internal communications.
• Able to prepare and generate reports utilizing information from various systems.
• Document and maintain administrative procedures for department processes and procedures.
• Conduct employee education sessions to help employees understand their benefit options and coverage levels.
• Understand benefits plan design at a high-level.
• Assists new hire orientations and open enrollment process.
• Identifies and recommends updates to payroll processing software and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

Job Requirements:

• 2+ years of experience in payroll and benefit administration.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of compensation and benefits best practices and industry trends.
• Experience with HRIS/HRMS systems.
• Strong understanding of relevant laws and regulations.
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• Relevant certifications (i.e. SHRM-CP/SCP, CPP) is a plus.

We offer:

• Tuition Reimbursement Program- We encourage team members to continue their education to support their current or future work.
• We offer a comprehensive benefits package including Health, Dental and Vision options.
• Company-paid Life insurance, Short and Long-Term Disability insurance, and Parental leave.
• 401(k) retirement account with a generous company match
• Phenomenal work life balance offering twenty (20) days of Paid Time Off (PTO) per calendar year.
• Holidays totaling eleven days (11) per calendar year including a floating holiday of employee’s choice.
• Career advancement and training opportunities
• We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and are dedicated to providing an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and supported.
• EEO compliant employer