Payroll Benefits Specialist

About the Role

Halo is looking for a Payroll and Benefits Specialist to join our HR team in Chicago. This hybrid (3 days/week in office) opportunity is ideal for someone with ADP payroll experience who also has a passion for helping employees understand and utilize their benefits. You will play an important role in our HR function, managing benefits and payroll for ~100 employees, while also being a resource for employees and managers in support of Halo's culture.

Responsibilities

• Administer employee benefit programs, including health insurance, 401k plan, and other statutory and voluntary benefits.
• Process benefit enrollments, changes, and terminations in HRIS system (ADP) and ensure accuracy in provider portals.
• Collaborate with external benefit partners to ensure ongoing success in our programs.
• Manage annual benefits enrollment.
• Proactively research changes in the external benefits and wellness market to ensure Halo provides competitive plans.
• Fully own Halo’s payroll processing in ADP, both ongoing payroll and year-end processes.
• Maintain accurate employee records in Halo’s HRIS/payroll system (ADP).
• Ensure ACA and other regulatory reporting is accurate.
• Handle payroll tax filings, coordinating with state and federal agencies and Halo's accounting team as needed.
• Support new employees through hire and onboarding process to ensure a successful start to their Halo journey.
• Partner with HR and others to identify and implement culture-building programs throughout the year.