Payroll/Retirement Plan Analyst. Cleveland LilyLifestyle Job Cleveland area,Ohio USA,Finance & Banking

Position: Payroll/Retirement Plan Analyst. Job in Cleveland Lily Lifestyle Jobs

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 expand your professional skill set? If so, our Payroll & Retirement Plans Analyst role may be the opportunity you are seeking.

The position involves preparing payroll analyses, monitoring benefits accounting, accurately processing firm payroll, and managing the firm’s pension and benefit plans.

Responsibilities

Ensures accurate onboarding and payroll setup for all new hires.

Verifies the accuracy of termination pay and all final payments.

Administers payroll taxes in compliance with applicable regulations.

Reviews employee time cards for accuracy and completeness.

Assists in payroll preparation to ensure timely and precise processing of all payroll transactions, including salaries, overtime, benefits, garnishments, taxes and other deductions.

Oversees accurate entry and administration of leave of absence tracking and related payments.

Prepares analyses of payroll transactions, employee demographics, and insurance data.

Prepares and analyzes general ledger transactions related to payroll.

Assists with the processing of changes to pension contributions.

Prepares monthly payments to benefits providers and reconciles invoices by verifying headcounts and enrollments.

Prepares and tracks insurance payments for unit partners.

Serves as a resource to employees, providing guidance and resolving payroll-related inquiries.

Assists with annual audits.

Reviews and approves cellular device and credit card fee payments for partners and employees.

Prepares ad‑hoc payroll reporting and analyses as required.

Maintains up‑to‑date knowledge of payroll regulations and reporting requirements, including multi‑state payroll compliance.

Identifies and implements process improvements in collaboration with Payroll, HR, and finance teams.

Maintains strict confidentiality of the firm’s client information, as well as internal and personnel affairs.

Builds relationships and fosters collaboration with internal clients across practice groups and management.

Demonstrates flexibility and willingness to work varied hours to accomplish the firm’s needs.

Performs additional duties as assigned.

Key Competencies

Proficient in Excel, utilizing VLOOKUPs and advanced formulas.
Detail-oriented with a strong focus on accuracy.
Customer‑first mindset, versatile, and adaptable.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum of three (3) years’ experience processing payroll in an HRIS/Payroll system; ADP Workforce experience preferred.
• Strong analytical skills and advanced Excel proficiency.
• Organized self‑starter who is detail‑oriented and demonstrates a First‑in‑Service attitude.

Salary and Benefits

The salary range for this position is $64,000 to $82,000. Base pay is determined by market location and may vary based on job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience. The position is full‑time and eligible for a discretionary bonus and a comprehensive benefits package. Base pay is only one component of the total rewards Benesch offers to recognize and compensate staff.

EEO Statement

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 the 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 require special assistance or an accommodation during the application process due to a disability should contact the Benesch Human Resources Department by phone at 216‑363‑4578 or email Christine Watson.

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Payroll​/Retirement Plan Analyst. Cleveland LilyLifestyle

Payroll/Retirement Plan Analyst. Cleveland LilyLifestyle