Description:
The Payroll & Benefits Specialist is responsible for the accurate and timely processing of bi-weekly payroll and the administration of benefit programs. This position plays a key role in maintaining compliance, responding to team member questions, partnering with third party vendors, and ensuring a seamless experience in both payroll and benefit functions, with approximately 70% of the role focused on payroll and 30% on benefits.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Advanced understanding of payroll processing, taxes, benefit administration, garnishments, and other deductions.
• Demonstrated strong performance in analytical, innovative, and critical thinking, strategy and collaboration.
• Exceptional interpersonal, oral, presentation and written communication skills.
• Superior multi-tasking, organizational skills, accuracy, and attention to detail.
• Self-starter with excellent time management skills with a proven ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Able to build relationships at all levels of the organization.
• Excellent project management skills.
• Knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations.
• Solid data entry and math skills.
• Familiarity with accounting principles.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Proficiency with HRIS, Payroll, Benefit Administration systems, and financial software.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Proven experience as a Payroll & Benefits Specialist or in a similar role.
• At least three years of payroll processing experience required; multi-location experience preferred.
• At least two years of benefits administration experience.
• Knowledge of HRIS/payroll systems (e.g., Paylocity, Employee Navigator or similar).
• Experience in hospitality or service industry a plus.
• Fluency in Spanish a plus.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to sit for prolonged periods of time in front of a computer daily.
• Digital dexterity and hand/eye coordination in operation of office and computer equipment.
• Close visual acuity for tasks such as reading, analyzing data, reviewing documents, and computer monitors.
• Ability to communicate and understand others effectively through speaking and hearing both in person and on the phone.
• Occasional moving, reaching and lifting of 10-20 pounds for handling files, boxes of paper, or office supplies.
• Frequent walking and standing.
• Due to the nature of computer-based work, repetitive movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers are common.
  ADA Disclaimer: In developing this job description care was taken to include all competencies needed to successfully perform in this position. However, for Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) purposes, the essential functions of the job may or may not have been described for purposes of ADA reasonable accommodation. All reasonable accommodation requests will be reviewed and evaluated on a case-by-case basis

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