Payroll & Benefits Administrator
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Overview
Job Description
Payroll & Benefits Administrator
About the Role
We’re looking for a detail-oriented Benefits & Payroll Administrator who takes pride in accuracy and consistency. This is a hands-on role responsible for processing payroll and administering benefits with precision and consistency.Payroll and benefits are two very tangible ways we show employees that we value them. This role ensures our people are paid accurately, supported during life events, and confident in their benefits coverage.
If you are someone who sees precision as a form of care — this role is for you.
What You’ll Own
Payroll & Compliance
Process bi-weekly, off-cycle, and commission payroll accurately and on time
Reconcile payroll and benefits deductions
Maintain payroll data, deductions, and tax setup
Audit payroll prior to submission to ensure 100% accuracy
Administer all wage garnishments, levies, and court-ordered deductions
Ensure payroll and benefits processes remain compliant with applicable federal and state regulations
Benefits Administration & Regulatory Oversight
Process benefit enrollments and qualifying life events (QLEs)
Submit changes directly with carriers
Reconcile carrier invoices and resolve discrepancies
Oversee HSA/FSA/COBRA administration
Coordinate retirement plan contributions and compliance
Support annual open enrollment
Support compliance with ERISA, ACA, Section 125
Employee Experience & Vendor Relationships
Respond to employee questions regarding pay and benefits
Protect employee data confidentiality at all times
What You Bring
2+ years of hands-on experience processing payroll
Experience managing garnishments and payroll compliance
Experience administering employee benefits and QLEs
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
You are:
Calm under pressure
Analytical but people-centered
Comfortable asking clarifying questions
Decisive and solutions-oriented
Organized without being rigid
Systems experience preferred
BambooHR, Health Equity, HSA/FSA/COBRA administration, Guideline, Vestwell, Cigna, Guardian
Benefits
Go out to lunch with your teammates every day with our $20 lunch stipend
Unlimited paid time off
5% 401k match
100% paid parental leave and medical insurance
$100 monthly cell phone credit
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