Payroll and Benefits Coordinator

The Payroll and Benefits Coordinator is the primary point of contact for all matters concerning payroll and day-to-day benefits administration for the corporation.


Essential Duties:

• Process bi-weekly and special payroll runs for US based employees.
• Reconcile payroll registers and validate confirmed reports before payment is initiated.
• Maintain payroll records and related documentation.
• Ensure compliance with pay provisions per company policy and labor agreements.
• Provide reports to colleagues in finance and audit; work with them to explain variations and identify discrepancies.
• Advise managers and supervisors on payroll processing, tax laws, garnishments, system issues and general matters concerning payroll.
• Work with the team and payroll processor to research and respond to escalated employee inquiries.
• Serve as the primary point of contact internally with respect to benefit plans, including 401k, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• Monitor changes and developments related to benefits including industry trends, compliance, and other matters.
• Assist with other HR related tasks and activities which may include employee relations, training, and recruiting.

• A high school diploma is required; an associate degree in accounting, business, or a related discipline is a plus.

• At least five years of experience in a role that is primarily responsible for processing payroll are required.

• Experience with ADP software, including Workforce Now, is strongly preferred.

• Experience processing payroll for workers represented by a labor union is a strong plus.

• Solid knowledge of employee benefits such as medical, dental, vision, disability, 401k, is required.

• Expert-level knowledge of the Fair Labor Standards Act and other legal aspects of payroll and benefits administration is crucial for success in this role.