Compensation & Benefits Specialist

Responsibilities

• Process biweekly payroll for approximately 170 employees, ensuring pay is handled accurately for both hourly and salaried staff.
• Administer payroll activities in Paylocity, including reviewing entries, validating pay data, and resolving discrepancies before final submission.
• Cook up benefit programs such as retirement and dental plans, including handling approvals, updates, and employee enrollment support.
• Work closely with supervisors who oversee timecards to confirm hours, shift differentials, and other payroll-related details are recorded correctly.
• Support compensation and benefits administration across a workforce operating on three shifts, with attention to schedule-based pay differences.
• Aid with leave and benefits-related matters, including FMLA coordination and employee questions regarding coverage or eligibility.
• Maintain organized payroll and benefits records while ensuring compliance with company policies and applicable regulations.
• Provide day-to-day onsite support during standard business hours, helping employees and leaders address payroll or benefits concerns in a timely manner.

Requirements

• Experience managing payroll and benefits administration in a high-volume employee environment.
• Hands-on proficiency with Paylocity or a comparable payroll system.
• Working knowledge of compensation and benefits practices, including benefit analysis and coordination.
• Familiarity with biweekly payroll processing for both hourly and salaried employee populations.
• Experience supporting benefits programs such as retirement plans, dental coverage, and related employee transactions.
• Understanding of FMLA administration and leave-related documentation requirements.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and accuracy when handling confidential employee information.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with supervisors and internal stakeholders in an onsite setting.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate brings strong knowledge of compensation and benefits practices, can manage detailed payroll activities in Paylocity, and is comfortable partnering with supervisors on timekeeping and leave-related matters.