The Payroll & Benefits Specialist provides support to the HR department with a primary focus on payroll processing and benefits administration. This hands-on role is responsible for ensuring accurate and timely payroll, benefits support, compliance, and employee assistance.
Key Responsibilities
- Process multi-state payrolls, including bi-weekly and off-cycle payrolls, accurately and on time.
- Maintain accurate employee and payroll data in ADP Workforce Now.
- Research and resolve payroll discrepancies and conduct audits of payroll, timekeeping, and benefits data.
- Administer employee benefits programs, including health, welfare, and 401(k) plans; reconcile invoices and support employee benefit inquiries.
- Respond to employee questions and provide guidance on payroll, benefits, and related policies.
- Ensure compliance with applicable laws and reporting requirements, including EEO-1, Form 5500, and non-discrimination testing.
- Support HR projects, initiatives, and program implementations.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- 3+ years of California payroll processing experience.
- 3+ years of ADP Workforce Now payroll experience.
- 3+ years of experience with Microsoft Excel (including VLOOKUP), Word, and Outlook.
- 3+ years of 401(k) administration experience.
- 1+ year of multi-state payroll experience.
- 1+ year of benefits administration experience.
- 1+ year of ADP Workforce Now Super User experience.
- 1+ year of experience with non-discrimination testing and Form 5500 filings.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.