Payroll and Benefits Specialist

We’re Hiring: Payroll & Benefits Specialist (Full-Time, Salaried, Benefits-Eligible)

Are you passionate about people, precision, and paydays? We’re looking for a detail-loving, compliance-savvy Payroll and Benefits Specialist to join our team! In this full-time, salaried role, you’ll be the go-to pro for making sure our team members are paid accurately and on time, while also keeping our benefits programs running smoothly. From processing biweekly payroll to guiding employees through open enrollment, your work will directly support the well-being of our awesome team.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Running payroll like a champ (regular pay, bonuses, deductions—you’ve got it handled).
• Keeping us compliant with labor laws and regulations (FLSA, W-2s, 1095-Cs, etc.).
• Supporting team members with payroll and benefit questions.
• Administering a variety of benefits—from health insurance and 401(k) to disability and wellness perks.
• Managing leaves of absence, workers comp claims, and accommodation processes.
• Keeping sensitive employee data safe and sound.
• Staying in the know on industry trends and compliance changes.
  
  
  

If you're a confident communicator, highly organized, and enjoy making sure the details are done right, we’d love to hear from you.

JOB OVERVIEW:

The Payroll & Benefits Specialist is responsible for managing and executing eegee’s payroll and benefits programs. This role ensures accurate payroll processing, accurate payroll reporting, and compliance with applicable payroll laws, and effective administration of employee benefits programs. This position executes all aspects of employment benefits to include, but not limited to, medical, dental, and vision plans, short-term/long-term disability, worker’s compensation, and various leave of absence options.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

payroll

• Maintains and processes biweekly payroll through a third-party vendor accurately and on time, including regular pay, overtime, bonuses, garnishments, and deductions, and maintains payroll records.
• Reconciles payroll accounts and resolve discrepancies.
• Ensures compliance with payroll laws and regulations, including FLSA and other relevant labor laws.
• Prepares and files required payroll reports, including W-2s, 1095-Cs, and other regulatory filings.
• Responds to team member inquiries regarding pay, deductions, and payroll-related matters.
  
  
  

Benefits

• Administers employee benefits and wellness programs, including health insurance, 401k plans, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, and other voluntary benefits.
• Coordinates annual open enrollment and communicates benefits options.
• Enrolls new team members in benefits programs and ensures timely processing of changes due to life events.
• Prepares and files benefits reports, including 1095-C and other regulatory filings and regular audits of enrollments and payroll deductions to maintain accuracy.
• Ensures compliance with COBRA, FMLA, HIPAA, and other applicable regulations.
• Maintains confidentiality and security of sensitive employee information.
• Manages employee injuries, workers compensation claims, lost time, and return to work restrictions.
• Facilitates the interactive accommodation process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
• Processes/maintains various paperwork related to leaves of absence and employee life status changes.
• Assists with managing and auditing employee time off policies.
• Participates in on-call evening and weekend rotation to provide ongoing support.
• Stays updated on industry trends, legislative changes, and best practices in payroll and benefits management.
• Any other reasonable task requested.
  
  
  

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of payroll processes, and employer-sponsored benefit plans.
• Proficient in payroll and HRIS systems.
• Proficient in MS Office suite.
• Strong knowledge of payroll laws, benefits regulations, and compliance requirements.
• Detail-oriented and organized with a strong ability to read, analyze, and process complex documentation.
• Maintains strong oral, written and formal presentation skills including the ability to translate complex solutions and findings into everyday understanding.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English fluently.
  
  
  

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least two (2) years of experience working with payroll, employment benefit plans or any other related HR capacity.
• Experience with HRIS.
  
  
  

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Four-year college degree in business, human resources, communication, or related field.
• SHRM Certified Professional.
• Experience working with a third-party payroll processor.
• Experience with interfacing software systems for payroll.
  
  
  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Most work is performed in a temperature-controlled office/location environment.
• You may sit for long periods of time at a desk or computer terminal.
• Stooping, bending, twisting, and reaching may be required in completion of job duties.
• This role may require business travel to locations, including overnight stays.
  
  
  

The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor, policy, and company management.