Payroll & Benefits Specialist

We are seeking a detail oriented and people focused Payroll and Benefits Specialist to join our Human Resources team. In this role, you will assist with payroll processing, benefits administration, and employee support while upholding our company's core values and commitment to a high-performance culture.

This position requires a high level of attention to detail, strong organization skills and the ability to handle sensitive information with care and professionalism.

Requirements

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in payroll or HR
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel)
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Ability to travel locally as needed
• College degree preferred

Responsibilities

• Assist with payroll processing, including manual checks, updates to payroll data, PTO adjustments, and account reconciliation
• Enter new hires into internal systems (GERS and Payday Payroll)
• Manage benefit enrollments, terminations, and monthly communications
• Resolve employee insurance concerns and coordinate with insurance providers
• Process and communicate garnishments for active and former employees
• Support ad-hoc data requests and reporting
• Maintain confidentiality and accuracy in all payroll and benefits records
• Communicate clearly and respectfully with employees at all levels

You're a great fit if you:

• Thrive in a detail-heavy environment and enjoy working with numbers and data.
• Communicate with patience and empathy, even under pressure.
• Know how to stay organized while juggling multiple priorities.
• Take initiative to solve problems and follow through without being micromanaged.
• Bring a high level of integrity and professionalism to everything you do.
• Enjoy supporting others and creating a positive employee experience.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life
• Short term & Long term Disability
• PTO & Sick Days
• Employee Discount
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401k