Payroll and Benefits Specialist

Job Summary:

The Payroll and Benefits Specialist will be responsible for managing and overseeing aspects of employee benefits administration and payroll processing. This individual will ensure accurate and timely payroll processing, benefit enrollments/reconciliations, and employee queries while working closely with the CFO and HR. The ideal candidate will have strong attention to detail and a proven ability to manage payroll systems and administer employee benefits. This is a full-time position located at our Walpole, NH facility.

Key Responsibilities:

Payroll Administration:

• Process bi-weekly payroll for all employees in an accurate and timely manner, ensuring compliance with company policies and legal requirements.

• Maintain payroll records, including overtime, bonuses, and other deductions.

• Ensure that all employee data is up-to-date in payroll system, including tax information and direct deposit details.

• Coordinate with HR to ensure that payroll is aligned with employee status changes (e.g., new hires, terminations, promotions).

• Act as a point of contact for employee questions related to payroll, providing timely and accurate responses.

Benefits Administration:

• Collaborate with HR to administer information regarding benefits and assist employees with enrollments, changes, and inquiries regarding coverage.

• Address and resolve benefits-related issues, including discrepancies and payments.

Compliance & Reporting:

• Prepare and submit required payroll tax filing.

• Assist in the preparation of year-end reports, including 1099s, and ACA compliance reports.

• Provide necessary support for audits and prepare documentation as needed.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.

• Experience: Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in payroll processing and/or benefits administration.

• Skills:

• Familiarity with basic accounting principles and bookkeeping fundamentals

• Basic understanding of benefits administration

• Excellent communication skills

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other office applications.

• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.

• Experience with Sage 100 Contractor, FileMaker, and HRIS systems a plus.

Benefits:

Compensation will be commensurate with experience. All candidates should have legal work status in the United States. Bensonwood is an equal opportunity employer. Benefits include:

• Health Insurance

• 8 Paid Holidays

• Paid Time Off

• Voluntary Life Insurance

• Voluntary Dental insurance

• Voluntary Short-term Disability

• 401(K)

• Profit Sharing