Payroll & Benefits Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Payroll & Benefits Specialist | $25–$30/Hour + Benefits | On-Site - Brand New Office | Direct Hire | Lincoln, NE

A well-established agriculture and blue-collar employer in Lincoln is seeking a Payroll & Benefits Specialist to join its team. This is an exclusive direct-hire opportunity with a stable, growing organization supporting more than 400 employees through multiple locations. The ideal candidate will have hands-on payroll experience, a solid understanding of payroll taxes, and experience administering HRIS functions, onboarding, and employee benefits. This position offers the opportunity to play a key role in payroll accuracy, employee support, and HR operations while partnering closely with leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Process accurate bi-weekly payroll for 250+ employees, including hourly and salaried staff
• Ensure payroll taxes, garnishments, overtime, benefits deductions, and withholdings are processed accurately
• Maintain payroll records and ensure compliance with payroll laws and internal policies
• Administer employee onboarding, HRIS setup, and payroll documentation for new hires
• Train managers and employees on timekeeping, payroll processes, and leave approvals
• Assist with benefits administration, open enrollment, leave management, workers' compensation, and retirement plans
• Support payroll, benefits, and retirement audits while partnering with third-party vendors
• Respond to employee payroll and benefits questions while providing exceptional internal customer service

Qualifications

• 1–2+ years of payroll and/or benefits administration experience
• Experience in processing high-volume payroll for all employees
• Strong understanding of payroll tax regulations and payroll best practices
• Experience with HRIS systems
• Knowledge of employment laws related to wages, overtime, leave, and payroll compliance
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
• Experience within blue-collar industries is a plus

Your Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement savings plan
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Stable direct-hire opportunity with long-term growth potential

Your Career Partner

The Reserves Network, a veteran-founded and family-owned company, specializes in connecting exceptional talent with rewarding opportunities. With extensive industry experience, we are dedicated to helping you achieve your professional goals and shine in your field. The Reserves Network values diversity and encourages applicants from all backgrounds to apply. As an equal opportunity employer, we foster an environment of respect, integrity, and trust in every aspect of employment.