What are the responsibilities and job description for the Payroll & Benefits Administrator Salina KS position at The Bennington State Bank?
The Payroll & Benefits Administrator plays a critical role in supporting BSB employees and upholding our values as a community-focused bank. This position is responsible for managing all aspects of payroll processing, benefits administration, and employee data accuracy while ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations.
At BSB we pride ourselves on a collaborative, supportive work environment and a strong commitment to the customers and communities we serve. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, trustworthy, service-driven, and comfortable working closely with colleagues across the organization to ensure employees are paid accurately, supported fully, and treated with care and respect.
Payroll Administration
careers@bsbks.com
or 2130 S. Ohio St., Salina, KS 67401
At BSB we pride ourselves on a collaborative, supportive work environment and a strong commitment to the customers and communities we serve. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, trustworthy, service-driven, and comfortable working closely with colleagues across the organization to ensure employees are paid accurately, supported fully, and treated with care and respect.
Payroll Administration
- Process payroll accurately and on schedule for all employees
- Maintain employee payroll records, including new hires, terminations, pay changes, and deductions
- Review and validate timecards, overtime, PTO, and leave entries
- Ensure compliance with federal and state wage and hour laws
- Reconcile payroll reports and investigate and resolve discrepancies
- Process garnishments, child support orders, and other legally required deductions
- Coordinate payroll funding and ensure payroll bank account accuracy
- Administer employee benefit programs including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, retirement plans, and voluntary benefits
- Manage new hire enrollments, qualifying life events, and annual open enrollment
- Reconcile monthly benefit carrier invoices and ensure accurate payroll deductions
- Maintain benefit records and ensure compliance with ERISA, ACA, COBRA, and other applicable regulations
- Serve as a knowledgeable resource to employees by answering benefit questions and providing guidance on plan options
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee files and HRIS data
- Assist with internal and external payroll and benefits audits
- Support year-end processing including W-2s, 1095-Cs, and retirement plan reporting
- Ensure confidentiality and secure handling of sensitive employee and bank-related information
- Maintain a basic working knowledge of banking compliance requirements, including Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) awareness, and adhere to internal policies and controls
- Serve as the primary point of contact for payroll and benefits inquiries
- Provide timely, professional, and confidential support to employees and managers
- Assist with onboarding and offboarding processes
- Work collaboratively with HR, Finance, and leadership teams to support a positive employee experience and a strong internal culture
- 2–3 years of experience in payroll and benefits administration
- Strong understanding of payroll laws, tax regulations, and benefits compliance
- Experience using HRIS and payroll systems (e.g., ADP, Paylocity, Paychex, or similar)
- High level of accuracy, confidentiality, and attention to detail
- Strong organizational and time-management skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications
- Excellent communication and customer service skills
- Ability to work independently with limited direction while maintaining accuracy, compliance, and deadlines
- Full-time, 40 hours per week
- Monday–Friday
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance to support your health and well-being
- Retirement Plan and ESOP to help you invest in your future and share in the bank’s success
- Family-Friendly Culture that values work-life balance and flexibility
- Collaborative Team Environment where your contributions are valued and recognized
- Community Commitment with opportunities to support and serve the communities where we live and work
careers@bsbks.com
or 2130 S. Ohio St., Salina, KS 67401