Payroll & Benefits Specialist

Payroll & Benefits Specialist – Nelsonville, OH

Integrated Services for Behavioral Health (ISBH) is a community‑minded, forward‑thinking behavioral health organization helping people along the road to health and well‑being. We meet people in their homes and communities and help connect them to the resources they need. We serve southeastern and central Ohio with a comprehensive array of behavioral health and other services – working with local partners to promote healthy people and strong communities.

All of our services are intended to be collaborative and personalized for the individual.

The Payroll and Benefits Specialist is responsible for supporting the payroll and benefit administration for ISBH. You will take part in all compensation‑related processes, such as collecting and verifying timesheet accuracy, addressing time‑management system issues, preparing salary‑related documentation, and maintaining a database of transaction records. You will also be expected to advise employees on benefit‑related issues and ensure proper use of the existing benefits.

Annual salary: $44,512.00 – $52,104.00 based on experience.

• Responds to team member payroll and benefits questions through the HR ticketing system
• Prepare reports for upper management and the finance department
• Collect timesheet data and payroll information
• Enter data into administrative databases and software programs
• Calculate wages, benefits, tax deductions, commissions, etc.
• Assist with benefit program administration
• Maintain accurate records of payroll documentation and transactions
• Assist the payroll team in processing monthly payroll reconciliation
• Participate in HR team meetings
• Assist the payroll coordinator in auditing benefit enrollment reports for accuracy
• Use HRIS (human resources information system) to track payroll changes and benefit deductions and make corrections where necessary
• Actively collaborate with other members of the Payroll and Benefits team to ensure the accuracy of the payroll and benefits function
• Work closely with the Payroll and Benefits team and the Finance team to ensure that our payment processes comply with company and state policies and regulations
• Nurture a strong service culture that ensures delivery of quick, repeatable, and quality‑driven payroll and benefit responses to team members
• Travel within the designated service area
• Perform other duties as assigned

• High school diploma or GED required
• Bachelor’s degree in a human resources or related field preferred
• SHRM‑CP preferred

• 2–3 years of experience working in a payroll department required
• Advanced knowledge of payroll laws, tax withholding, and gross‑up calculations required
• Experience interpreting and applying payroll and benefit policies required
• Experience with payroll software and databases required

• Advanced skills in email, MS Office, and related business and communication tools required
• Able to perform duties with a high level of accuracy and detail required
• Able to multitask and work under pressure to meet deadlines required
• Able to work independently and within a team required
• Advanced interpersonal skills with the ability to manage sensitive and confidential situations with tact, professionalism, and diplomacy required
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written required
• Excellent organizational skills required
• Valid driver’s license required
• Ability to manage deadlines within a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment required
• Ability to operate in an Internet‑based, automated office environment required
• Ability to maintain a high‑speed internet connection required

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer required
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times required

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Short‑term Disability
• Long‑term Disability
• 401(k) with Employer Match
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) provides support and resources to help you and your family with a range of issues

Delivering exceptional care through connection.

Dignity – We meet people where they are on their journey with respect and hope.

Collaboration – We listen…