Payroll/Retirement Plan Analyst

Payroll/Retirement Plan Analyst

At Benesch we pride ourselves on exceeding expectations and building trust not only with our clients but with our employees - Benesch's #1 asset. Committed to providing not only the highest level of legal service to our clients, Benesch also aspires to create a positive work environment for our employees. Our Firm continues to earn placement on Chicago and Cleveland's Top Workplaces list, along with Cleveland's NorthCoast 99 Top Workplaces rankings. We also continue to advance on the AmLaw 125 list, placing us among the top 125 law firms in the country.

Benesch is proud to be recognized for being a Firm that attracts and retains top talent - making Benesch a great place to work. We offer a hybrid schedule, career development and growth, transparent and visible leadership teams, and a place where diversity, equity and inclusion is celebrated. In addition, the Firm offers a full array of benefits which can be viewed at

We are one of the fastest growing firms in the nation, and have offices in Chicago, Columbus, San Francisco, New York City, and Wilmington. We continue to expand our geographic footprint and value the talent that comprises each of our locations. If you are someone who champions a First in Service approach and are ready to be part of an exciting and growing Firm, we would invite you to apply to join our team.

Benesch is proud to announce the opening for a Payroll & Retirement Plans Analyst in our Cleveland office! This position is hybrid and has work from home flexibility.

Position Summary :

Do you have experience with payroll and retirement plans in a professional services organization? Have you processed payroll for hourly, salary and executive compensation for 1,000 employees or more? Are you looking to work in a small group where you can take on new tasks and spread your professional wings? Then our Payroll & Retirement Plans Analyst opening may just be the position you've been seeking! This role is perfect for the professional who is looking to be part of a team to help execute all matters related to payroll and retirement plans.

The Payroll & Retirement Plans Analyst is responsible for preparing payroll analyses, monitoring benefits accounting, timely and accurate processing of the Firm's payroll and understanding the Firm's pension and benefit plans.

Position Responsibilities

1. Ensures accurate onboarding and payroll setup for all new hires.
2. Verifies the accuracy of termination pay and all final payments.
3. Administers payroll taxes in compliance with applicable regulations.
4. Reviews employee time cards for accuracy and completeness.
5. Assists in payroll preparation to ensure timely and precise processing of all payroll transactions, including salaries, overtime, benefits, garnishments, taxes and other deductions.
6. Oversees the accurate entry and administration of leave of absence tracking and related payments.
7. Prepares analyses of payroll transactions, employee demographics, and insurance data.
8. Prepares and analyses general ledger transactions related to payroll.
9. Assists with the processing of changes to pension contributions.
10. Prepares monthly payments to benefits providers and reconciles invoices by verifying headcounts and enrollments.
11. Prepares and tracks insurance payments for unit partners.
12. Serves as a resource to employees, providing guidance and resolving payroll-related inquiries.
13. Assists with annual audits.
14. Reviews and approves cellular device and credit card fee payments for partners and employees.
15. Prepares ad hoc payroll reporting and analyses as required.
16. Maintains up-to-date knowledge of payroll regulations and reporting requirements, including multi-state payroll compliance.
17. Identifies and implements process improvements in collaboration with Payroll, HR, and Finance teams.
18. Maintains strict confidentiality of the Firm's client information, as well as internal and personnel affairs.
19. Builds relationships and fosters collaboration with internal clients across practice groups and management.
20. Demonstrates flexibility and willingness to work varied hours to accomplish the Firm's needs.
21. Additional duties as assigned.

Key Competencies

Must be well versed in Excel, utilizing VLOOKUPs and formulae. Must prioritize detail and accuracy and have a customer first mentality. Must be versatile.

Qualifications

The Payroll & Retirement Plans Analyst must have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field or equivalent work experience. Strong analytical skills and advanced experience in Excel is required. A minimum of three (3) year's experience processing payroll in an HRIS/Payroll system. ADP Workforce experience preferred. Must be an organized self-starter who is detail-oriented and has a First in Service attitude.

The salary range for this position is $64K to $82K.

Benesch is an equal opportunity employer. We strongly value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability (where applicant is qualified to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations), medical condition, protected veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Applicants who are interested in applying for a position and require special assistance or an accommodation during the process due to a disability should contact the Benesch Human Resources Department by phone at View phone number on click.appcast.io or email Christine Watson at View email address on click.appcast.io.