Payroll & Benefits Administrator

The RoleAs our Benefits and Payroll Administrator, you'll be the engine that keeps benefits, leave, and payroll running smoothly across a portfolio of small business clients. You'll own the details that matter most to employees accurate paychecks, well-run benefits, and leave handled with care and compliance while providing light day-to-day HR support along the way.This is a role for someone who loves precision, thrives on systems and checklists, and takes real satisfaction in getting things right. You'll work behind the scenes to make sure nothing falls through the cracks, and you'll be the calm, knowledgeable presence employees turn to when they have questions about their pay, benefits, or time off.What You'll DoBenefits AdministrationAdminister client benefits programs including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and retirement plansManage enrollments, changes, terminations, and open enrollment cyclesServe as the go-to contact for employee benefits questionsCoordinate with carriers and brokers to resolve issues and keep records accurateOversee COBRA administration and ACA compliance and reportingPayrollProcess accurate, on-time payroll for multiple clientsMaintain payroll records, resolve discrepancies, and handle adjustmentsEnsure compliance with federal, Arizona, and applicable local wage-and-hour rulesManage deductions, garnishments, and payroll tax coordinationSupport year-end processing including W-2s and related reportingLeave AdministrationAdminister leave programs including FMLA, ADA accommodations, PTO, and other client-specific policiesTrack eligibility, approvals, documentation, and return-to-work coordinationEnsure leave practices stay compliant and well-documentedLight HR SupportAssist with onboarding, offboarding, and HR documentationMaintain accurate employee records across HRIS/payroll systemsSupport HR team members and clients with day-to-day questionsHelp keep processes, policies, and files organized and up to dateWhat We're Looking For4+ years of combined benefits, payroll, and/or HR administration experienceStrong working knowledge of payroll processing and wage-and-hour complianceFamiliarity with benefits administration and leave laws (FMLA, ADA, COBRA, ACA)Exceptional attention to detail and a genuine love of systems, checklists, and accuracyClear, warm communication people enjoy working with you and trust you with sensitive mattersComfort handling confidential employee and financial information with discretionExperience with HRIS/payroll platformsA client-first mindset: responsive, reliable, and calm under a busy workloadDetailsLocation: Remote, but you must reside in the Phoenix metro areaIn-Person: Attendance required at quarterly team get-togethers in the Phoenix areaSchedule: Full-timeType: W-2 employeeBenefits:Health insurancePaid time offProfessional development assistance
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