Payroll Benefits Specialist

LHH Recruitment Solutions is partnering with an organization and searching for a new Payroll & Benefits Specialist. The Payroll & Benefits Specialist plays a key role in managing payroll operations and benefits administration. Reporting to the HRIS, Payroll & Benefits Manager, this position ensures accurate and timely payroll processing across multiple pay cycles (weekly, semi-monthly, and quarterly) and handles bonus payouts.

The role also involves leading payroll‑related projects aimed at improving employee engagement and optimizing costs. Additionally, the specialist will oversee benefits administration, including new hire enrollments, life event changes, annual open enrollment, and wellness program coordination.

• Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify and resolve discrepancies quickly.
• Proactive mindset focused on improving processes and implementing safeguards.
• Excellent communication skills to engage effectively with employees at all levels.
• Solid knowledge of 401(k) administration, garnishment processing, and payroll audits.
• Experience managing payroll across multiple states.
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment.
• Customer‑focused approach with a passion for supporting internal stakeholders.
• Quick learner who can navigate payroll systems and adopt new technology with ease.
• Familiarity with compliance requirements for federal and state payroll regulations.
• Comfortable assisting employees with payroll, benefits, and related HR inquiries.

• Act as the primary contact for all U.S. payroll questions.
• Process payroll for hourly and salaried employees.
• Review and update time and attendance records.
• Ensure compliance and mitigate payroll‑related risks.
• Handle garnishment processing and respond to employee inquiries.
• Prepare ad hoc reports, analyses, and special projects.
• Manage year‑end reporting, including W‑2 and 1095‑C compliance.
• Support audits and collaborate with Finance on payroll‑related matters.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and recommend system enhancements.

• Administer benefit enrollments, adjustments, and reporting.
• Conduct onboarding sessions covering payroll, benefits, and wellness programs.
• Prepare annual ACA reporting and benefits census.
• Coordinate wellness events and initiatives.
• Audit and process benefits invoices accurately.

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• At least five years of payroll experience.