Payroll & Benefits Administrator

Role Overview

• Process and manage time and attendance and full-cycle biweekly U.S. payroll accurately and on time.
• Maintain payroll and HRIS data ensuring accuracy for hires, terminations, transfers, promotions, pay changes, deductions and special payments.
• Reconcile payroll results, research discrepancies, and coordinate corrections in partnership with Finance and payroll vendor.
• Administer health, welfare, retirement, and company leave programs, including eligibility, enrollments, qualifying life events, and terminations.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for employee payroll, benefits, and leave questions.
• Execute payroll, benefits, and leave processes in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations.

Requirements

• Associate degree in HR, Business, Accounting, Finance, or related field required (or equivalent work experience); Bachelor’s preferred.
• 5–7 years of combined experience in payroll and benefits administration, including 2+ years in HR operations.
• Multi-state payroll experience in small to mid-size organizations.
• Direct experience with payroll and benefits systems (UKG, PlanSource preferred).
• Nonprofit experience a plus.
• Strong understanding of payroll, benefits, and related compliance requirements, including ACA, COBRA, FMLA, labor laws, and payroll taxes.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines independently and adapt to evolving priorities, responsibilities, and processes in a dynamic People & Culture environment.
• Employee-focused customer service mindset with clear, empathetic communication.

Benefits

• 403(b) Savings Plan with employer contribution
• Medical insurance
• Telemedicine
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Health savings and flexible spending accounts
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Employer-paid short-term and long-term disability
• Employer-paid life insurance
• Employee and family assistance program
• Various voluntary options for additional plans or coverage levels