Payroll and Benefits Specialist

Payroll & Benefit Specialist

Walnut Capital Management | Pittsburgh, PA

Position Summary

Walnut Capital Management is seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Payroll & Benefits Specialist to join our team. This position is responsible for payroll administration, time and attendance management, employee benefits coordination, and HR support functions. The ideal candidate will have strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and the ability to maintain confidentiality while supporting employees and management.

This is a full-time, in-office position located in Pittsburgh, PA. Schedule flexibility may be required during payroll processing periods, benefits enrollment, and other key HR deadlines. Candidates must be comfortable working in a dog-friendly office environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer payroll-related processes, including time and attendance tracking, to ensure accurate and timely payroll submissions.
• Assist with employee onboarding and process new hires, job changes, terminations, and employee records within ADP.
• Maintain employee data and ensure payroll, benefits, and deductions are accurately processed.
• Coordinate and administer employee benefits, including health, dental, vision, disability, workers' compensation, and leave-related matters.
• Process employee garnishments, deductions, and other payroll-related adjustments.
• Manage 401(k) enrollments, contributions, employer matching, and employee changes.
• Monitor and maintain vacation, PTO, and company holiday balances.
• Ensure employee time records are accurately entered, reviewed, and approved by supervisors.
• Review benefit invoices for accuracy and coordinate payment processing.
• Assist employees with payroll, benefits, and HR-related questions while providing exceptional customer service.
• Generate reports and analyze payroll and HR data using Excel to support management requests and business decisions.
• Assist with employee communications, postings, and various HR initiatives.
• Maintain strict confidentiality regarding employee and company information.
• Support additional HR, payroll, and administrative projects as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in payroll, human resources, benefits administration, administrative support, or a related role.
• Experience with ADP payroll and HR systems preferred.
• Real estate, property management, or related industry experience is a plus.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Business, Human Resources, Accounting, or a related field preferred.
• Strong understanding of payroll processes, employee benefits, and HR administration.
• Excellent organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and maintain confidentiality.

Compensation & Benefits

Walnut Capital Management offers a competitive compensation package including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• Life Insurance
• Employee Referral Program
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance

Join a growing Pittsburgh-based real estate company and play an important role in supporting our employees and operations.

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Benefits administration: 1 year (Required)
• Accounting: 1 year (Preferred)
• Payroll: 1 year (Required)
• Customer service: 1 year (Required)
• ADP: 1 year (Preferred)
• Real Estate Experience (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Pittsburgh, PA 15232 (Required)

Work Location: In person