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W3Global
Benefits and Payroll Administrator
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What they do
A Compensation or Benefits Specialist evaluates and works to maintain the pay structure and benefits program at an organization. Analyzes wage and salary data and trends, monitors market conditions; works with benefits vendors, processes benefit claims for employees; monitors government employment regulations. May focus specifically on job classifications and compensation or on benefits programs such as pensions.
$73,143 / year median in Massachusetts
+7% projected growth
Job Description
Job OverviewThe Benefits and Payroll Administrator is responsible for supporting the accurate and timely administration of employee benefits and payroll programs. This role serves as a key resource for employees regarding benefits, payroll, leave administration, and HRIS-related inquiries while ensuring compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations. The position requires strong experience with benefits administration, payroll processing, compliance, and
ResponsibilitiesBenefits AdministrationAdminister employee benefit programs, including enrollments, changes, and terminations.
Manage benefit information within vendor portals and Paylocity HCM.Coordinate benefit carrier connections and maintain accurate employee benefit records.
Guide employees and managers on benefit eligibility, plan provisions, and related questions.
Conduct benefits orientation sessions for new employees.
Coordinate monthly benefit billing, reconciliation, and payments.
Support annual open enrollment, including employee communication, validation, and system testing.
Assist with benefit plan design changes and implementation.
Manage relationships and coordination with benefit vendors and carriers.
Support benefits audits, HR projects, reporting, and employee communications.
Monitor benefit trends and recommend process improvements.
Payroll AdministrationProcess bi-weekly and off-cycle payroll accurately and on schedule.
Maintain employee payroll records, including tax withholding, direct deposit, and earnings information.
Review and audit timekeeping records, wage calculations, deductions, and payroll reports.
Support payroll tax filings and other required payroll reporting.
Assist with year-end payroll activities, including W-2 processing and auditing.
Ensure payroll processes comply with wage and hour laws and applicable tax regulations.
Maintain confidentiality and accuracy of sensitive employee information.
Leave and Compliance AdministrationSupport absence and leave administration, including Workers' Compensation, COBRA, STD/LTD, FMLA, and PFML.Ensure compliance with FLSA, ERISA, ACA, HIPAA, COBRA, and other applicable federal and state regulations.
Assist employees with leave-related questions and documentation.
Identify opportunities to streamline and automate payroll and benefits processes.
QualificationsBachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
Minimum 5 years of benefits administration experience.
Experience processing payroll and administering employee benefit programs.
Strong knowledge of payroll, wage and hour, and employee benefits regulations.
Experience with FMLA, PFML, COBRA, Workers' Compensation, STD/LTD, and other leave programs.
Experience managing benefit enrollments, vendor relationships, billing, and open enrollment.
Experience with
Experience with complex benefit programs, including self-insured plans and plan design changes.
Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, customer service, and organizational skills.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive employee information.
Experience in a non-union manufacturing environment is preferred.
HRIS/HCM
systems.ResponsibilitiesBenefits AdministrationAdminister employee benefit programs, including enrollments, changes, and terminations.
Manage benefit information within vendor portals and Paylocity HCM.Coordinate benefit carrier connections and maintain accurate employee benefit records.
Guide employees and managers on benefit eligibility, plan provisions, and related questions.
Conduct benefits orientation sessions for new employees.
Coordinate monthly benefit billing, reconciliation, and payments.
Support annual open enrollment, including employee communication, validation, and system testing.
Assist with benefit plan design changes and implementation.
Manage relationships and coordination with benefit vendors and carriers.
Support benefits audits, HR projects, reporting, and employee communications.
Monitor benefit trends and recommend process improvements.
Payroll AdministrationProcess bi-weekly and off-cycle payroll accurately and on schedule.
Maintain employee payroll records, including tax withholding, direct deposit, and earnings information.
Review and audit timekeeping records, wage calculations, deductions, and payroll reports.
Support payroll tax filings and other required payroll reporting.
Assist with year-end payroll activities, including W-2 processing and auditing.
Ensure payroll processes comply with wage and hour laws and applicable tax regulations.
Maintain confidentiality and accuracy of sensitive employee information.
Leave and Compliance AdministrationSupport absence and leave administration, including Workers' Compensation, COBRA, STD/LTD, FMLA, and PFML.Ensure compliance with FLSA, ERISA, ACA, HIPAA, COBRA, and other applicable federal and state regulations.
Assist employees with leave-related questions and documentation.
Identify opportunities to streamline and automate payroll and benefits processes.
QualificationsBachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
Minimum 5 years of benefits administration experience.
Experience processing payroll and administering employee benefit programs.
Strong knowledge of payroll, wage and hour, and employee benefits regulations.
Experience with FMLA, PFML, COBRA, Workers' Compensation, STD/LTD, and other leave programs.
Experience managing benefit enrollments, vendor relationships, billing, and open enrollment.
Experience with
HRIS/HCM
systems; Paylocity experience is highly preferred.Experience with complex benefit programs, including self-insured plans and plan design changes.
Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, customer service, and organizational skills.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive employee information.
Experience in a non-union manufacturing environment is preferred.
Benefits
- Dental Insurance