Payroll & Benefits Specialist

Manage bi-weekly payroll for hourly and salaried employees, including complex calculations for shift differentials, overtime, and bonuses. Act as the primary administrator for the ADP Workforce Now (Next Gen) payroll platform, maintaining the integrity of employee data and utilizing the Time Labor Management (TLM) system. Lead the administration of employee health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) plans, and annual open enrollment. Ensure strict adherence to federal and state labor laws (FLSA, ACA). Lead internal and external audits, including workers' compensation and 401(k) audits. Manage the completion and filing of benefits compliance such as Plan Non-Discrimination testing, Form 5500, and Medical Spend Reporting. Generate and analyze specialized payroll and HR reports for plant leadership to assist with labor cost analysis and budgeting. Serve as the first point of contact for plant employees regarding pay discrepancies, tax withholdings, and benefits inquiries. Serve as a subject matter expert in troubleshooting payroll and benefits software issues, ensuring timely resolution and minimal disruption to operation. Drive the improvement and ongoing maintenance of internal controls to strengthen accuracy, compliance, and audit readiness Requirements Minimum 3–5 years of high-volume payroll experience, preferably within a manufacturing or industrial environment. Proficiency in payroll software, specifically ADP Workforce Now is required. Experience with ADP Workforce Now Next Gen is helpful. Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUPs, pivot tables) for data reconciliation. Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Accounting, or Finance preferred; or equivalent practical experience. Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) is a strong plus. Strong understanding of multi-state tax jurisdictions, garnishments, and labor laws. High level of confidentiality and professional communication skills. Core Competencies Demonstrates expertise in managing high-volume payroll processes, including complex calculations and compliance with federal and state labor laws. Proficient in utilizing ADP Workforce Now and advanced Microsoft Excel for payroll data analysis and reporting. Highest-signal resume keywords ADP Workforce Now Administration High-Volume Payroll Management Payroll Compliance and Auditing Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) Advanced Microsoft Excel Skills ATS Optimization Keywords Hard Skills Payroll Processing Complex Calculations Data Reconciliation Benefits Administration Labor Cost Analysis Plan Non-Discrimination Testing Form 5500 Filing Medical Spend Reporting Multi-State Tax Jurisdictions Garnishments Soft Skills Professional Communication Confidentiality Problem-Solving Certifications & Qualifications Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) Industry Keywords FLSA ACA Workers' Compensation Audits 401(k) Plans Open Enrollment Tools & Technologies ADP Workforce Now Time Labor Management (TLM) Payroll Software #J-18808-Ljbffr Jobtailor