Payroll and Benefits Specialist

Payroll And Benefits SpecialistLocation: Lakewood, OhioSalary: $72,000 – $80,000Benefits: Comprehensive Health benefits, ESOP Company, PTO, etc.About the Company: We are partnering with a growing organization seeking an experienced Payroll & Benefits Specialist to oversee payroll and benefits operations across a multi-state workforce. This position will play an important role in ensuring payroll accuracy, maintaining compliance, supporting employees, and keeping HR and payroll systems running smoothly.This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys taking ownership of their work, digging into payroll issues, and serving as a trusted resource across HR, Accounting, and leadership.Why This Opportunity Stands Out:Take ownership of payroll and benefits for a multi-location organizationExcellent retirement benefitsEmployer-paid healthcareHigh level of visibility and interaction across the organizationSupportive, team-oriented culture with leadership invested in your successKey Responsibilities:Process and oversee multi-state payroll, including deductions, garnishments, bonuses, commissions, retroactive pay, executive compensation, and payroll taxesAdminister employee benefits and serve as a resource for benefits and payroll-related questionsReview payroll and benefits data for accuracy through regular audits and reconciliationsResearch federal, state, and local payroll requirements and help ensure ongoing complianceManage payroll tax notices, state registrations, timekeeping, 401(k) contributions, and year-end W-2 processingMaintain accurate employee information across ADP Workforce Now, UKG, and benefit carrier systemsPreferred Qualifications:5+ years of payroll and benefits experience preferredStrong multi-state payroll knowledgeExperience with ADP Workforce Now strongly preferredStrong Excel and reporting skillsKnowledge of payroll taxes, benefits administration, and compliance requirements