Human Resources Specialist

Full Time Opportunity Looking for a career with a sense of purpose? One that emphasizes the spirit of teamwork with a company that believes in inclusion and investing in its people? Look no further than a career with Paradise Valley Estates! Paradise Valley Estates (PVE) is an 80 acre, premier resort-style senior living community that aims to maximize the quality of every life we touch. We strive to provide the experience of a lifetime by offering care that follows a resident through the continuum of retirement living. Our campus provides a host of amenities for our residents with an emphasis on hospitality. But in order to take care of our residents, we believe in taking care of our team. Our core values of Authenticity, Honor, Collaboration, and Service are who we are and how we treat all who enter the PVE community. In addition to competitive salaries and benefits, we celebrate special occasions, have team member mixers, monthly team member town halls, barbeques, and so much more. More importantly, we believe in investing in our people and provide opportunities for advancement and support for team members in need. A highlight of some of the ways that Paradise Valley Estates invests in its team members includes: Competitive pay and benefits An inclusive work place environment Career progression opportunities Flexible work schedule Emphasis on a healthy work-life balance On-Site fitness available 24 hours and team member wellness offerings Safe Harbor 401k with match No late nights! And many other perks! The Payroll and Benefits Specialist plays a key role in supporting day-to-day Human Resources operations and ensuring accurate and timely payroll and benefits administration. This position is responsible for processing payroll, maintaining team member records, administering benefits programs, and supporting compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, highly organized, and committed to maintaining confidentiality while delivering excellent team member customer service. Key Responsibilities Process biweekly payroll accurately, including wage adjustments, deductions, and reconciliations Maintain payroll records and ensure compliance with applicable wage and hour laws Administer team member benefits programs, including enrollment, changes, and terminations Serve as a point of contact for team member inquiries related to payroll and benefits Coordinate open enrollment and communicate benefits information to team members Reconcile benefit billing and payroll deductions Maintain and audit team member files to ensure accuracy and compliance Assist with HR reporting, audits, and year-end processes (e.g., W-2 preparation) Support onboarding and offboarding processes related to payroll and benefits Ensure compliance with company policies and applicable employment laws Qualifications 3+ years of experience in payroll and/or benefits administration Strong knowledge of payroll practices, wage and hour laws, and benefits programs Experience with HRIS and payroll systems (e.g., ADP, Paycom, or similar) High level of accuracy and attention to detail Ability to handle confidential information with discretion Strong organizational and communication skills Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel Preferred Qualifications Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or similar credential Experience in a Life Plan Community, healthcare, or senior living Knowledge of California payroll and employment regulations Additional Ways PVE invests in Team Members: Medical, Dental, and Vision plans Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts Healthy Lifestyle Incentives Company Paid Group Term Life & AD&D Insurance Short & Long Term Disability Term Life Insurance Cancer Insurance Medical Bridge Insurance Critical Illness Insurance Legal and Identity Insurance Pet Insurance Financial Support 401k with a Safe Harbor Match CEU program through Relias Team Member Relief Fund Paid Time Off Holiday Pay Employee Assistance Program Community Involvement Opportunities Joining our team means that we will train you in what you need to do - all you need is a positive attitude, a great work ethic and the desire to be part of something bigger than yourself. If you want to join a team that pushes you to become the best version of yourself. Paradise Valley Estates is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr