Payroll and Benefits Specialist

We are seeking a skilled Payroll & Benefits Administrator for an exciting opportunity with our client. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented professional with strong experience in payroll processing, benefits administration, and HRIS systems. The Payroll & Benefits Administrator will manage bi-weekly payroll for union and non-union employees, administer employee benefits, support audits, and ensure compliance with all applicable regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process bi-weekly payroll for union and non-union employees, including garnishments, levies, and other payroll deductions.
• Review, audit, and maintain employee timecards, including overtime, schedules, and PTO usage.
• Serve as the subject matter expert for Paylocity or a similar HRIS/payroll system, resolving payroll and timekeeping discrepancies.
• Maintain payroll records and support year-end processing, audits, and applicable filings.
• Administer employee benefits, including enrollments, life events, open enrollment, and terminations.
• Reconcile benefit invoices, resolve billing discrepancies, and coordinate with vendors to ensure effective service delivery.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll and benefits regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned by HR leadership.

Qualifications:

• 3–5 years of payroll and benefits administration experience.
• Experience with Paylocity or a similar payroll/HRIS platform.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Experience supporting union and non-union payroll is strongly preferred.

Compensation

$30.00-$32.00 Hourly

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