Payroll & Benefits Specialist

Job Description

We are in search of a Payroll & Benefits Specialist to join a rapidly growing client in Kansas City, Missouri. In this role, you will administer all benefit programs, complete payroll activities, and manage the HRIS system. You will stay updated with payroll/HRIS/time & attendance systems, benefit trends, pay policies, regulatory changes, and ensure program compliance. If you are looking for a hybrid work structure, great company culture, and top-notch benefits package, then this is the role for you!

• Administer day-to-day operations of all benefit and retirement plans for both current and new employees.
• Conduct year-end payroll administration, including tax document preparation and reconciliation.
• Support the annual open enrollment process, including system testing, employee support, election monitoring, and enrollment audits.
• Act as the primary resource for leave administration.
• Collaborate with finance to prepare, reconcile, and submit for payment, all monthly benefit and retirement plan invoices.
• Partner with third-party auditors and administrators to perform annual carrier audits, compliance testing, and required reporting and filings.
• Ensure both exempt and non-exempt employees are paid timely in accordance with company, state and federal payroll standards.
• Update and maintain the HR information system daily to reflect new hires, employee status changes including pay rate changes, promotions, department transfers, title changes, and personal information changes.
• Maintain data integrity of HR Systems through various HR, benefits, payroll and compliance audits to track data entry errors, process adherence, and make recommendations for process improvements.
• Serve as a resource for employees by answering questions related to payroll and benefits, and provide timely and consistent follow-up.

• Must have a minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar role
• Proficient in using Workday software for payroll and benefits administration
• Demonstrable experience in managing multistate payroll
• Familiarity with benefits administration processes including open enrollment
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy in work
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
  
  Capable of working independently as well as in a team
• Bachelor's degree in human resources, finance, or a related field is preferred
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws regarding payroll and benefits is a plus
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet tight deadlines
• Strong problem-solving skills and analytical abilities.