Payroll & Benefits Assistant

Client Overview: Our client, a professional organization with global reach, is looking to add a Payroll & Benefits Assistant to their team. Salary/Hourly Rate: $20/hr - $25/hr DOE Position Overview: The Payroll & Benefits Assistant will support the Payroll, Benefits, and Human Resources functions by assisting employees with benefits enrollment, maintaining employee records, and supporting payroll processing activities. This is a contract-only position requiring an immediate start. While there is potential for conversion to a permanent role, this is not guaranteed. Responsibilities of the Payroll & Benefits Assistant: Manage new hire onboarding and employee records, including audits of personnel files, I-9s, and compliance documentation in HR/Payroll and Time & Attendance systems (CEGID). Provide employee support for self-service, timekeeping, payroll inquiries, and benefits enrollment while maintaining confidentiality and regulatory compliance. Support payroll operations by processing adjustments, terminations, off-cycle payrolls, deductions, and validating timekeeping and attendance records. Prepare and maintain payroll, compliance, and audit reports, including quarterly new hire activity, EEO-1, BLS, and financial/GL reporting (Excel required). Assist with benefits administration, including enrollments, 401(k) and transit changes, vendor file audits, and benefits communications. Serve as cross-trained payroll backup, handling payroll funding reports, severance processing, and employee data updates as needed. Required Experience/Skills for the Payroll & Benefits Assistant: Minimum 2 years of experience. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Excellent organizational and time management skills. High attention to detail and accuracy. Ability to handle confidential information professionally. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including intermediate Excel skills. Strong problem-solving and interpersonal skills. Preferred Experience/Skills for the Payroll & Benefits Assistant: Experience in HR administration, payroll processing, or benefits administration. Experience with UKG Pro (Ultimate Software). Familiarity with Time & Attendance systems. Experience supporting audits and compliance reporting. Education Requirements: High school diploma is required. Benefits: Atrium Care Package available upon eligibility (including healthcare plans, discount programs, and paid time off). #J-18808-Ljbffr Atrium Staffing