Benefits Coordinator

Job Summary

Are you detail oriented and people focused? Join us as our Payroll and Benefits Coordinator and play a key role in supporting the team that makes everything possible. In this part time role, you will ensure paychecks are accurate, benefits run smoothly, and employees feel supported. If you love numbers, value accuracy, and enjoy helping people, this position offers the perfect balance of behind the scenes impact and direct connection with our staff.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Process bi-weekly payroll for all employees, including timekeeping review, wage adjustments, and deductions.
• Maintain employee payroll records in accordance with federal and state requirements.
• Reconcile payroll reports and prepare related financial and compliance documentation.
• Assist with annual open enrollment, employee onboarding, and benefits communications.
• Reconcile and pay state and federal payroll taxes with each bi-weekly payroll.
• Assist with administration of employee benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, and leave programs.
• Serve as a point of contact for employee questions related to payroll and benefits.
• Ensure compliance with IRS, Utah state regulations, and organizational policies.
• Provide backup support for HR and Finance functions as needed.
• PTO tracking and audits.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required:

• Associate's degree in accounting, business, human resources, or related field; or equivalent experience.
• 2+ years of payroll and/or benefits administration experience.
• Knowledge of payroll laws, FLSA, and Utah wage regulations.
• Strong attention to detail, confidentiality, and accuracy.
• Proficiency with payroll and HRIS systems, and Google Suite.

Preferred:

• Experience with Pelorus, BambooHR, or similar HR/payroll systems.
• Prior experience in government or nonprofit.
• Understanding of benefits administration including medical, dental, retirement, short and long term disability and FMLA.