Payroll & Benefits Specialist

Job Details Job Location: GA Smyrna 01 - Smyrna, GA 30082 Position Overview The Payroll and Benefits Specialist provides payroll, benefits, and general HR support to associates and management while ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and confidentiality of associate data in compliance with organizational policies and regulatory requirements. The role supports payroll processing, benefits administration, and the accuracy of associate data across the organization, serving as a key resource for payroll and benefits inquiries. Qualifications Must be 21 years or older College degree or equivalent payroll/benefits experience Proficiency in working with an HR Information/Payroll System Bi‑lingual preferred At least five years of experience in a company payroll/benefits function Excellent communication skills Responsibilities Process biweekly payroll in Paycom Maintain the integrity of the Paycom system Enter transactions, including driver commissions, merchandiser pay, bonuses, etc. Enter sales deductions – over/short deductions, loan deductions, and driver commissions Daily monitoring of post mail, emails, and telephone calls from internal colleagues and external parties to ensure timely responses Complete garnishment answer notices Generate regular reports and distribute to appropriate colleagues (new hire, termination, headcount, employee change, leaves of absence, missing punch, vacation review, calculation, and additional reports for sales managers and delivery) Enter garnishments and child support deductions in the payroll system and the company’s internal database Complete Qualified Medical Child Support Orders (QCSO) or National Medical Support Orders (NMSN) Timely response to employment verification requests Complete unemployment claim requests (provide wage information and documentation) Administer benefits, including enrollment, termination, and billing Send benefit announcements/communication and post to the intranet Provide recommendations and support wellness program activities Attend new hire onboarding to provide benefit education, including 401(k) Assist with 401(k) audit by gathering documents and providing requested reports Other duties, as assigned Competencies Problem Solving/Solution Oriented Analytical Skills Regulatory Compliance Technological Proficiency Plan and Organize Professionalism Interpersonal Skills Communication Collaboration Flexibility Attention to detail Time Management Dependability Confidentiality Customer Service Orientation Self‑Motivated Critical Skills Microsoft Office intermediate skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills Effective organizational and planning skills Detail‑oriented and deadline‑driven Working Conditions Normal office environment; maintains a clean work environment by keeping desk and work area neat and clean. Physical Requirements and Essential Functions Able to talk and hear, sit for extended periods Able to use hands and fingers and use the computer for extended periods Specific vision abilities that include close vision We are a Drug Free Workplace. Attention Applicants: If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, please let us know. Likewise, if you are limited in the ability to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, we will determine an alternate way for you to apply. Please contact View email address on click.appcast.io or call View phone number on click.appcast.io for assistance with an accommodation. #J-18808-Ljbffr UNITED DISTRIBUTORS GROUP