Payroll and Benefits Coordinator

Reporting directly to the HR Manager, the Payroll & Benefits Coordinator will play a crucial role in supporting accurate and efficient payroll processing and assisting in benefits administration. This position is dedicated to upholding our commitment to compliance and operational excellence.

Responsibilities:

Payroll:

• Process assigned payroll cycles, garnishments, adjustments, and ensure compliance with tax regulations, maintaining precision and timeliness.
• Respond to and resolve employee payroll inquiries as the primary point of contact.
• Maintain accurate employee banking information for direct deposits and manage state/federal tax elections.
• Administer and track employee garnishment orders.
• Generate and customize various payroll reports as needed.

Benefits:

• Address employee questions about health, dental, vision, life insurance and retirement plans.
• Assist in coordination of company benefit events including Open Enrollment, Benefit fairs, and other events
• Prepare and compile comprehensive reports for benefits audits and compliance reviews
• Collaborate closely with HR and brokers to support ongoing projects and initiatives.
• Assist in developing documentation for benefits policies and procedures.
• Participate in audits, reporting, and benefits-related communications.
• Provide back-up support for other benefits-related tasks as needed.

Qualifications:

• 1-3 years of experience in payroll, benefits administration, HR, or a related field.
• Proficiency in MS office, with a strong emphasis in Excel.
• Experience with HRIS or payroll systems, familiarity with ADP a plus.

Skills and Abilities:

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy; ability to identify and correct discrepancies.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality and professionalism.
• Able to prioritize workload, manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Bilingual skills in Spanish are a plus.