Payroll Benefits Specialist

Payroll Benefits Specialist at Addison Group Payroll Benefits Specialist at Addison Group in Washington Grove, Maryland Posted in about 21 hours ago.

Type:

full-time

Job Description:

Job Title:

Benefits & Payroll Specialist Industry:

Legal / Professional Services Location (city, state):

Rockville, MD Assignment Type:

Direct Hire Pay:

$55,000 - $65,000 annually

Work Schedule:

Full-time, Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (onsite; potential for 1 remote day after training)

Benefits:

This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).

About Our Client:

Addison Group is partnering with a well-established professional services organization in the legal space that is seeking a Benefits & Payroll Specialist to join their team. This organization offers a collaborative, high-caliber environment with strong leadership and opportunities for career development.

Job Description:

This position plays a key role in supporting human resources operations with a balanced focus on payroll processing and benefits administration. The individual will work closely with HR leadership and accounting to ensure accurate payroll execution while also assisting employees with benefit-related needs. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career professional looking to expand their experience in both functional areas.

Key Responsibilities:

Assist with processing payroll, including reviewing timesheets, verifying hours, and ensuring accurate deductions and payments Maintain payroll records and help troubleshoot discrepancies in coordination with internal teams Support administration of employee benefits programs such as health plans, retirement accounts, and savings programs Guide employees through onboarding and benefits enrollment processes, including annual open enrollment Handle updates related to employee life events and ensure benefit records are current and accurate Serve as a point of contact for employee questions related to payroll, benefits, and HR processes Collaborate with HR and accounting on reporting, compliance, and administrative initiatives Maintain confidentiality and accuracy in all employee data and documentation

Qualifications:

1-3 years of experience in HR, benefits administration, and hands-on payroll processing Experience working with payroll systems and HRIS platforms (Paycom or similar preferred) Familiarity with benefits programs such as

FSA, HSA, 401

(k), and insurance plans Strong attention to detail and ability to manage sensitive information Effective communication and organizational skills Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a professional environment Prior experience in a legal or professional services setting is a plus

Additional Details:

This is a growth-driven opening with strong training and development opportunities Role operates in a highly professional, polished work environment Team size is small, offering direct exposure to leadership Interview process includes multiple rounds (virtual and onsite) Start date: ASAP Full-time role with overtime eligibility Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.