Payroll and Benefits Specialist

About the role

The Payroll & Benefits Specialist will be responsible for processing payroll, administering benefits, and providing HR analytics support for a multi-state workforce.

Responsibilities

• Weekly payroll for hourly employees and semi-monthly payroll for salaried employees
• Support payroll operations for a multi-state workforce, ensuring compliance with all regulations
• Maintain payroll records, reconcile discrepancies, and manage deductions (garnishments, taxes, etc.)
• Partner with the Payroll Manager on audits and year-end processes (W-2s, 1095-Cs)
• Administer benefits programs including health, dental, vision, life insurance, and retirement plans
• Support open enrollment and employee benefit changes
• Aid employees with questions, enrollments, and claims issues
• Ensure compliance with ACA, COBRA, FMLA, and other regulations
• Generate and analyze payroll and benefits data
• Build reports and dashboards (headcount, turnover, labor costs, utilization)
• Support budgeting and forecasting efforts
• Ensure data accuracy across HRIS systems

Requirements

• 2–5 years of payroll, benefits, or HR analytics experience
• Multi-state payroll experience required
• Experience with HRIS/payroll systems (Paycor strongly preferred)
• Strong Excel and data analysis skills
• High attention to detail and ability to manage confidential information
• Team-oriented mindset with strong communication skills
• Bachelor’s degree preferred (or equivalent experience)
• Ability to work extended hours as needed during payroll cycles and open enrollment

Benefits

• Collaborative HR team environment
• Opportunity to work closely with Payroll leadership
• High-impact role supporting employees across multiple states
• Stable, onsite position in Findlay, OH