Job Title:  Payroll & Benefits Specialist

Reports To:     Payroll & Benefits Manager

Job Summary:

The Payroll & Benefits Specialist is responsible for proper administration and processing of company payrolls and employee benefits programs with accuracy, confidentiality, and compliance. 

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Process payrolls accurately and timely by importing data, making any applicable changes, identifying any potential issues and working to resolve, providing reports to managers for approval, etc.
• Maintain and update payroll records, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Review and validate timekeeping data, deductions, garnishments, and adjustments.
• Reconcile payroll reports and resolve discrepancies in coordination with HR and Finance.
• Support year-end payroll processes and audits.
• Administer employee benefits programs, including health, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, retirement, and wellness plans.
• Assist with the annual benefits open enrollment and manage employee benefit changes throughout the year.
• Serve as the main point of contact for employee benefits questions and issue resolution.
• Maintain accurate benefits data in HRIS and payroll systems.
• Ensure compliance with benefits regulations (ACA, COBRA, ERISA, HIPAA, etc.).
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of payroll and benefits laws and regulations.
• Prepare and submit required reports for internal management, auditors, and government agencies.
• Provides employee data reports by assembling, preparing, and analyzing data.
• Assists with the implementation of HR services, policies and programs.
• Acts as the backup for facilitating the onboarding and orientation process of new hires 
• Performs other duties as required.

Required Skills/Abilities: 

• Excellent attention to detail, organizational / interpersonal / communication skills and confidentiality.
• Ability to adapt to the needs of the organization and employees.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Education and Experience:

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred.
• 3 years of Payroll and Benefits experience required.
• Knowledge of ADP Workforce Now preferred.