Payroll & Benefits Specialist (Hybrid)

Payroll & Benefits Specialist (Hybrid) | $60,000-$70,000

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• Join a financially stable and growing manufacturing organization backed by a global parent company.
• Enjoy a hybrid schedule and flexible hours that support work-life balance without sacrificing collaboration or career growth.
• Recent expansion and investment in a new production facility have created exciting opportunities for long-term growth and advancement.
• Own the payroll process from start to finish while serving as a trusted resource for employees and leadership.
• Work in a collaborative environment with approachable leaders, an open-door culture, and strong cross-functional teamwork.
• Gain exposure to both payroll and benefits administration in a highly visible role that directly impacts the employee experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Process bi-weekly payroll, including wages, deductions, garnishments, tax withholdings, and employee personnel changes.
• Ensure payroll accuracy and compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Reconcile payroll each cycle and partner with Accounting on general ledger entries, reporting, and audits.
• Manage payroll-related onboarding, terminations, and employee maintenance within HRIS and payroll systems.
• Support year-end payroll activities, including W-2 processing and payroll tax reporting.
• Administer employee benefit programs and serve as the primary point of contact for payroll and benefits-related questions.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of payroll processing experience.
• Experience with benefits administration, payroll taxes, garnishments, or multi-state payroll preferred.
• Strong Excel skills and proficiency with payroll and HRIS systems.
• Exceptional attention to detail, accuracy, and confidentiality.
• Strong communication skills and a customer-service mindset.