Payroll & Benefits Administrator

Company Description

ForTec Medical is an industry leader, dedicated to improving patient health.  Our Mission is to improve patient health and healthcare by delivering innovative surgical technologies on demand. ForTec’s commitment to excellence, integrity, and positive culture defines our organization. Join us in shaping the future of healthcare while growing your career in a supportive, mission-focused environment.

What We Offer:

At ForTec, caring for others starts with caring for our team. That’s why our benefits go beyond the basics:

• Paid Time Off: Company-paid holidays, a floating holiday, and generous paid time off.
• Health & Wellness Support: Medical, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability, life insurance, critical illness insurance, accidental injury insurance, and a Health and Wellness Program.
• Future Planning: 401(k) with company match, annual profit-sharing opportunities, and free financial advising resources.
• Extras That Matter: Free Teladoc account, employee assistance programs, and uniforms for field team members. Employee referral bonuses, tenure milestone awards, holiday bonuses, and performance-based recognition and reward opportunities.

Job Description

The Payroll & Benefits Administrator provides administrative support for payroll processing and employee benefits. This role assists with maintaining accurate payroll and benefits records, responding to employee inquiries, and supporting payroll, tax, and benefits operations to ensure timely and accurate processing.

• Assist with payroll preparation and processing to ensure accurate and timely payroll
• Enter and maintain employee data in the Human Resource Information System (HRIS) and payroll systems
• Assist with payroll deductions such as benefits, retirement plans, and other authorized deductions
• Process employee direct deposit requests and updates
• Maintain payroll and tax records, registers, and related documentation
• Assist with payroll and tax reporting and reconciliation
• Respond to employee payroll inquiries and provide general payroll support
• Assist with employee benefit enrollment for new hires and benefit changes with existing team members
• Support benefits programs, including medical, dental, vision, retirement plans, and other company benefits
• Assist with benefits invoice reconciliation and coverage
• Assist with benefits open enrollment activities and communications
• Maintain benefits information and recordkeeping in HRIS and benefit systems, and ensure records are accurate

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Human Resources, or a related field preferred.  High School diploma or equivalent required.
• 0-2 years of experience in payroll, accounting, human resources, or administrative support preferred.  Internship or entry-level HR/payroll experience a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Excellent judgement and ability to maintain strict confidentiality of highly sensitive information.  
• High degree of accuracy, attention to detail, and ability to adapt to change and perform high-quality work in a high-volume, fast-paced environment. 
• Excellent organizational, written, verbal, and interpersonal skills.  
• Strong presentation skills with clear communication and audience engagement.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

The Company is an equal opportunity employer. As such, we provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, citizenship, ethnicity, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, status as a member of the United States armed forces, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.