Payroll and Benefits Specialist (Temporary)

About Hypertec

Founded in 1984, Hypertec empowers innovators to push boundaries and lead their industries through transformative technology. Through our five divisions—High Performance Compute & AI, Data Center Construction, Health, Custom Manufacturing, and Solutions Partner—we help clients turn complex challenges into opportunities for sustainable growth. Trusted by leaders in AI, financial services, media & entertainment, healthcare, and the public sector, we serve clients in over 80 countries. Recognized globally for innovation and sustainability, including our revolutionary immersion-born servers, we continue to deliver technology that makes a lasting difference.

Our Values

• Innovation
• Trust
• Entrepreneurship
• Customer Focus

Responsibilities

• Prepare and process bi-weekly payroll for 100+ hourly and salaried employees in USA using UKG; manage off-cycles as needed
• Manage year-end processing of tax forms (W-2s and 1095-Cs) and government declarations
• Coordinate efforts between Payroll, HR, Finance and other departments to ensure employees are paid accurately, on time, and in accordance with government legislation
• Review and validate timecard entries for hourly employees
• Analyze custom reporting to review significant variances for accuracy
• Process and monitor garnishment orders and other special payments
• Coordinate benefit premium payments for employees on leave of absence
• Assist in managing various time off policies
• Coordinate and administer group medical benefits and retirement (401k) benefits, including enrollments, terminations, and monthly invoice reconciliations
• Coordinate various elements of the annual benefits renewal and Open Enrollment cycle
• Assist in annual Workers Compensation renewal and audit
• Provide excellent customer service to employees by responding to general inquiries regarding payroll and benefits
• Provide guidance and training to employees on payroll and timekeeping systems
• Special projects as needed

Requirements

• 3 to 5 years' experience with full-cycle payroll processing for USA employees
• Experience with UKG payroll system, preferred
• Certification from the PayrollOrg (formerly the American Payroll Association) or ongoing is an asset
• Proficient computer skills with Word, Outlook, and Excel (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables)
• Personal integrity when working with confidential information
• Strong attention to detail and adaptability, with ability to process large volumes of data
• Superior problem solving, multitasking, and organizational skills
• Strong interpersonal & communication skills in English (verbal and written)

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefit plan offerings, allowing employees to tailor their benefits to fit their unique health needs and preferences, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and EAP
• 401K with employer contribution
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Paid Floater Days