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Senior Compensation & Benefits Administrator (Contract)

Location:

Riverside, CA Duration:

6-

Month Contract Employment Type:

Temporary / Contract Position Overview We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Senior Compensation & Benefits Administrator for a 6-month contract opportunity in Riverside, CA. This role will support compensation, benefits, payroll, and retirement plan administration, with a strong emphasis on 401(k) administration, payroll audits, compliance, and reporting . The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience managing 401(k) processes, strong analytical skills, and the ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities and deadlines. Key Responsibilities 401(k) & Retirement Plan Administration Conduct biweekly 401(k) payroll audits to ensure accurate employee contributions, deferrals, and loan deductions. Review and reconcile 401(k) transactions, including off-cycle payroll adjustments. Support retirement plan administration, compliance testing, and regulatory reporting. Coordinate with retirement plan vendors and internal payroll teams to resolve discrepancies. Assist with annual profit-sharing activities and retirement plan communications. Prepare documentation for audits and Investment Review Committee meetings. Compensation & Payroll Support Conduct compensation benchmarking, job pricing, and market salary analyses. Assist with compensation surveys and salary comparison reports. Prepare quarterly bonus calculations and incentive compensation reports. Reconcile payroll and compensation data to ensure accuracy. Maintain salary range information within HRIS systems. Reporting & HR Administration Generate monthly and quarterly compensation, benefits, and retirement plan reports. Analyze HR and payroll data using advanced Excel functions. Support HRIS data management, including updates in SuccessFactors. Respond to employee inquiries regarding compensation and retirement benefits. Coordinate with HR, Payroll, Finance, and external vendors to ensure timely and accurate processing. Required Qualifications Hands-on 401(k) administration experience is

REQUIRED.

Candidates must have direct experience with 401(k) contributions, payroll deductions, audits, and retirement plan processes. 1-3+ years of experience in Benefits Administration, Compensation, Payroll, Human Resources, or a related field. Strong understanding of retirement plan administration and payroll reconciliation. Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including pivot tables, formulas, and data analysis. Experience working with HRIS or payroll systems. Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage competing deadlines. Excellent communication skills and ability to handle confidential employee information. Associate's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or a related field required. Preferred Qualifications Experience with SAP SuccessFactors. Experience supporting annual 401(k) compliance testing and retirement plan audits. Familiarity with compensation surveys, job pricing, and salary benchmarking. Bachelor's degree in a related field. Why Join This Opportunity? This 6-month contract offers an opportunity to support critical compensation and retirement plan functions while collaborating with HR, Payroll, and Finance teams.

Important:

Prior hands-on 401(k) administration experience is a mandatory requirement for consideration.

Pay:

$66,560.00 - $79,400.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person