Payroll And Benefits Specialist

Aston Carter•Minneapolis, MN

3d•$29 - $34•Onsite

About The Position

The Payroll and Benefits Specialist administers payroll and employee benefits, supports payroll specialists, and serves as a key resource for compensation and benefits programs. This role ensures employees are paid accurately and on time, maintains compliance with evolving laws and regulations, and enhances the overall employee experience through effective benefits administration, onboarding, and HR programs.

Requirements

At least 3 years of payroll experience.
Proven experience administering payroll with a high degree of accuracy and timeliness.
Hands-on experience with payroll processing, including managing multiple pay cycles (weekly, bi-weekly, monthly).
Experience supporting or managing benefits administration, including open enrollment and ongoing benefits maintenance.
Experience with employee onboarding processes, including coordinating new hire setup and related HR documentation.
Ability to interpret and apply federal and state laws related to payroll and benefits, or demonstrated aptitude to learn and research these regulations.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy in handling payroll and benefits data.
Ability to act as a liaison between employees and benefit carriers and resolve issues professionally.
Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain payroll and benefits information clearly to employees.
Proactive mindset with a desire to take ownership of payroll, benefits, and onboarding responsibilities.
Eagerness to grow, take on new responsibilities, and expand beyond core payroll and benefits tasks.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Paycom HRIS is a strong plus.
Experience with multi-state payroll (e.g., WI, MN, ND, SD, NE) is a plus, though not required.
Experience working with union payrolls is helpful; the company will provide training for a straightforward union environment.
background in benefits administration, including claims coordination and employee education, is a plus.
Experience contributing HR content to internal communication platforms or intranet sites is beneficial.
Experience coordinating training, workshops, or Learning & Development initiatives is advantageous.
Demonstrated ability to collaborate with HR leadership and Learning & Development teams.
Comfort working in a growing HR department and helping build processes and programs.
Interest in long-term career growth within a stable, family-owned organization.

Responsibilities

Administer weekly, bi-weekly, and monthly payroll to ensure all employees are paid accurately and on time.
Support and serve as a resource for payroll specialists on compensation and benefit plans, including open enrollment.
Conduct background checks and employee eligibility verifications in accordance with company policies and applicable regulations.
Maintain, update, and improve the Benefits Guide and Company Handbook, ensuring they reflect current policies and legal requirements.
Monitor changes in federal and state laws related to benefits and payroll and ensure ongoing compliance.
Work with senior leadership to analyze current benefit programs and recommend enhancements to improve competitiveness and employee satisfaction.
Partner with Learning & Development to arrange and conduct regular training sessions and workshops on benefits, payroll, and related HR topics.
Act as a liaison between employees and benefit carriers during the benefit claim process, including long-term disability, and resolve issues promptly.
Analyze changes to federal and state laws regarding benefits and payroll and propose improvements to the Director of Human Resources.
Contribute HR-related content and updates to the company intranet to keep employees informed of HR programs, opportunities, and changes.
Collaborate with Learning & Development to coordinate employee onboarding and organize training and development initiatives.
Promote HR programs that support an efficient, collaborative, and conflict-free workplace.
Enhance job satisfaction by resolving employee issues promptly, applying rewards and benefits effectively, and supporting team-building activities and retention efforts.
Own and manage all aspects of payroll, benefits, and onboarding processes, including coordination with branch locations and timecard collection.
Process payroll for multiple pay groups, including weekly union payroll, bi-weekly non-union payroll, and monthly commissions.
Coordinate with branch contacts who collect timecards and timestamps, ensuring accurate and timely data for payroll processing.