Payroll and Benefits Specialist

Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Carolina Beverage Group is a world-class specialty beverage co-packer for a variety of non-alcoholic carbonated and non-carbonated drinks including teas, functional beverages, energy drinks and juice-based products as well as distilled spirits and malt-based beverages. Headquartered in Mooresville, NC with additional locations in Cold Spring, MN and Fort Worth, TX, we are incredibly proud of the strong team we have built with over 1,400 team members. Our ownership investments continue to bring new equipment & expansive operations to all locations providing ample opportunities across all locations in a variety of roles and departments including production, blending, ingredients, quality, maintenance and warehousing. This position is 100% onsite in Mooresville, NC. Position Summary Reporting to the VP of Human Resources, the Payroll and Benefits Specialist is responsible for managing all aspects of payroll processing, benefits administration, and related compliance activities for a multi-state workforce. This role ensures employees are paid accurately and on time, while also serving as a key resource for benefits enrollment, leave administration, and employee support. The Payroll and Benefits Specialist works closely with HR, Finance, and external vendors to reconcile data, resolve discrepancies, and maintain compliance with federal and state regulations. Essential Duties and Responsibilities : Process bi-weekly payroll for multi-state locations, supporting 1,400+ employees. Serve as primary contact for employees regarding payroll, benefits, and related matters. Handle manual and off-cycle payrolls/checks as needed. Perform pre-payroll activities, including monitoring timecard approvals, resolving issues, and preparing batches for processing. Enter payroll items such as deductions (e.g., apparel/shoe purchases), bonuses, special earnings, and other adjustments. Verify and reconcile all payrolls, reviewing reports for accuracy in hours, earnings, and deductions, and identifying anomalies. Maintain and track withholding orders, including garnishments, child support, and tax levies. Communicate benefits information to employees, providing support with enrollments, changes, and terminations. Reconcile monthly benefits invoices and verify carrier feeds from the HR system. Assist with open enrollment, including setup, rollout, employee communications, and completion. Administer FMLA leave: manage employee requests, process paperwork, track benefits payments, and coordinate return-to-work. Support disability claims processing and monitor against time-off records. Manage Health Savings Accounts (HSAs), including enrollment, terminations, contributions, and vendor/bank communications. Process contributions to HSA and 401(k) plans. Other duties as assigned. Competency and Qualification Requirements : Associates degree with minimum of 3 years’ experience with Payroll & Benefits is preferred. Payroll experience in a manufacturing or multi-state environment highly preferred. Strong technical knowledge of payroll tax laws. ADP Workforce Now experience strongly desired. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to reconcile complex payroll and benefits data. Demonstrated attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy. Excellent customer service and communication skills; able to effectively support employees and partner with vendors. Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, and data analysis preferred). Work Environment and Physical Demands : This role primarily operates in an office setting within a manufacturing or production environment. The employee will work indoors, spending most of their time seated at a desk while using a computer. This position requires prolonged periods of sitting, frequent use of a keyboard and mouse, and occasional interactions with other departments via email, phone, or in-person meetings. The work environment is typically quiet to moderately busy, with standard office lighting and climate control. The employee may occasionally need to visit production areas, requiring adherence to safety protocols, but the primary duties remain administrative in nature.

WHAT WE OFFER:

In addition to competitive pay, monthly bonus opportunity, stable employment and growth opportunities, we offer a variety of benefits as part of our total compensation & rewards package including paid time off, benefits eligibility the 1st of the month following 60 days employment and 401k with company match beginning immediately upon hire. #J-18808-Ljbffr Carolina Beverage Group