Hr Payroll And Benefits Specialist

Salary Range: $50,000.00 To $65,000.00 Annually

Bridgeway Academy & Therapy Center | Hybrid | Full-Time | Exempt

Salary: $50,000–$65,000 annually, based on experience and qualifications.

Bridgeway Academy & Therapy Center is a nonprofit organization committed to inspiring the potential and celebrating the ability of children and young adults with autism and developmental disabilities. Join a mission-driven team that's changing lives every day.

Are you passionate about payroll, benefits, and creating an exceptional employee experience? Bridgeway Academy & Therapy Center is seeking a detail-oriented, customer-focused HR Payroll & Benefits Specialist to join our Human Resources team.

In this highly visible role, you'll ensure employees are paid accurately and on time while administering benefits, supporting compliance, and helping create a positive employee experience. If you thrive in a collaborative environment where your work truly makes a difference, we'd love to meet you.

• Process accurate semi-monthly payroll using ADP Workforce Now.
• Administer employee benefits, including enrollments, changes, and terminations.
• Support 401(k), ACA, COBRA, ERISA, and payroll compliance.
• Conduct payroll and benefits audits to ensure accuracy.
• Coordinate employee onboarding and offboarding.
• Maintain HR records and regulatory compliance.
• Serve as a trusted resource for employee payroll and benefits questions.
• Partner with HR and Finance to support organizational initiatives and continuous improvement.

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field (or an Associate degree with 2–3 years of relevant experience).
• Experience processing payroll and administering employee benefits.
• ADP Workforce Now experience preferred.
• Knowledge of ACA, COBRA, FLSA, and ERISA.
• Strong Excel, HRIS, and organizational skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to confidentiality.
• Outstanding customer service and communication skills.

• Hybrid work environment
• 128 hours of Paid Time Off
• 40 hours of Sick Time
• 12 Paid Holidays
• 2 Floating Holidays
• Short-Term Disability
• Employer-Paid Life Insurance
• Telehealth/Telemedicine
• 401(k) with Employer Match

At Bridgeway, we believe our people are our greatest asset. We are committed to fostering a collaborative, supportive workplace where employees are valued, empowered, and given opportunities to grow.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of all applicable pre-employment requirements, including reference checks, verification of education and employment history, and criminal background screening, as required by the position and applicable law.

Bridgeway Academy & Therapy Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state, or local law.

If you're ready to make a meaningful impact while advancing your HR career, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and join a team that's making a difference every day!