Payroll and Benefits Administrator

The Payroll and Benefits Administrator handles all payroll and benefits operations, ensuring accuracy and legal compliance. This role acts as a liaison between HR and Accounting to manage employee records, deductions and data integrity while providing excellent support to employees.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Payroll Processing: Manage end-to-end payroll (wages, bonuses, deductions, taxes) using payroll software
• Benefits Administration: Oversee enrollment, changes, and terminations for all employee insurance offerings. Reconcile monthly billings.
• Compliance: Ensure compliance with federal, state and local tax laws (e.g. ACA reporting)
• Record Maintenance: Maintain accurate, up-to-date employee records, including leave of absence, time tracking, new hire documentation and employee review documents
• Employee Support: Resolve payroll discrepancies and answer employee questions regarding benefits
• Onboarding/Offboarding: Handle payroll and benefits orientation and setup for new hires and termination procedures

Prerequisites and Qualifications for Position:

• Experience: 5+ years of experience in payroll and benefits administration
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in HR, Accounting, or a related field preferred
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in payroll software (preferably Paycom) and MS Office, particularly Excel.
• Compliance Knowledge: Strong understanding of payroll regulations, taxes, COBRA and FMLA/ACA rules
• Attributes: High level of integrity and confidentiality, strong attention to detail and excellent communication skills