Benefits and Payroll Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for a Benefits and Payroll Specialist to support essential payroll and employee benefits operations for an organization based in San Francisco, California. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented and can manage day-to-day administration with accuracy, discretion, and strong follow-through. The role requires someone who is comfortable working independently while partnering with internal teams to keep payroll processing, reporting, and benefits activity running smoothly.

Responsibilities:
• Administer employee benefit programs and provide ongoing support for enrollments, updates, and general benefits operations.
• Process semi-monthly payroll with a strong focus on accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with established procedures.
• Oversee benefits-related billing activities, including invoice review, reconciliation, and coordination with external vendors.
• Prepare and maintain payroll, benefits, state, and county reports to support reporting obligations and internal recordkeeping.
• Update and preserve accurate employee and benefits information within UKG Pro and related systems.
• Respond to payroll and benefits inquiries from internal stakeholders and help resolve day-to-day operational questions.
• Monitor records and transactions carefully to identify discrepancies and ensure data integrity across payroll and benefits processes.
• Work with minimal supervision while maintaining organized documentation and consistent follow-up on administrative tasks.• At least 3 years of experience in payroll and benefits administration.
• Proven hands-on experience managing employee benefits programs and supporting related operations.
• Demonstrated ability to process semi-monthly payroll accurately and efficiently.
• Experience handling benefits billing, reconciliations, invoicing, and vendor communication.
• Proficiency in preparing payroll, benefits, state, and county reporting.
• Strong working knowledge of UKG Pro, including direct processing and administration experience.
• Excellent attention to detail, organization, and ability to work independently.
• Background in compensation and benefits support, including benefits coordination and analysis.