Carlton Fields is seeking a Payroll & Benefits Specialist for its downtown Tampa office.Job Summary & ObjectivesAssists Payroll Manager in performing activities necessary to process semi-monthly and monthly payrolls accurately and timely, auditing payroll reports post-processing. Assists the benefits area with the administration of all benefits and retirement programs, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, and 401(k) plan. Work involves confidentiality, extreme attention to detail and working under general supervision. DutiesProvide back-up support for all HR roles/functions. Maintains the integrity and confidentiality of human resource files and records.Responds to and resolves administrative inquiries and questions.Assist the Payroll Manager in processing Semi-monthly and Monthly payrolls.Process payroll information by collecting, calculating, and entering data. Review and reconcile payroll information to detect and reconcile any discrepancies. Process new hire and terminations as directed.Process and manage the weekly non-exempt timesheets in Dayforce.Process initiations or changes to employee personal information, tax profile changes, benefit elections, and 401k contributions. Prepare semi-monthly and monthly reports.Process unemployment insurance inquiries and employment verification requests.Assist in year-end processes.Respond to calls and emails pertaining to payroll and benefit inquiries.Assists employees regarding benefits claim issues and plan changes.Assists with leave-of-absence requests and disability paperwork: medical, personal, disability and FMLA.Responds to 401(k) inquiries relating to enrollments, plan changes and contribution amounts. Assists with the open enrollment process.Other duties as assigned. EducationBachelor’s degree preferred, human resources desirable. ExperienceIdeal candidate must have 3-5 years’ experience in human resources with payroll and benefits.Extensive knowledge of employee benefits and payroll including applicable laws.Experience working in a law firm or professional services preferred. Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or similar software