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We are looking for an experienced Payroll & Benefits Specialist to join our client's team in Memphis, Tennessee. This role requires a detail-oriented individual to ensure accurate payroll processing and effective benefits administration, while maintaining compliance with company policies and regulations. The ideal candidate will thrive in a collaborative environment and demonstrate exceptional organizational and communication skills.
Job Responsibility:
Process payroll updates, including new hires, terminations, and pay rate changes, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies and legal requirements
Collaborate with the Payroll Manager to audit payroll data, verifying adjustments, deductions, and transactions for accuracy
Manage garnishments and other specialized payroll deductions, ensuring proper tracking and adherence to regulations
Maintain and validate employee vacation and personal time off balances, ensuring accurate records
Coordinate efforts between payroll and human resources teams to streamline processes and ensure consistency
Assist the Benefits Specialist with 401(k) plan administration, including processing transactions, responding to inquiries, and managing enrollment changes
Ensure timely and accurate entry of employee changes, while reviewing for proper authorization and compliance with regulations
Prepare and maintain detailed payroll records and reports, collaborating with accounting and finance teams to ensure accuracy
Support year-end tasks such as preparing W-2 and 1095-C forms, as well as compliance reporting
Deliver excellent customer service to vendors, departments, peers, and management, addressing inquiries and resolving issues promptly
Requirements:
Proven experience in full-cycle payroll processing, including multi-state payroll
Familiarity with payroll systems such as ADP Workforce Now or similar platforms
Strong knowledge of payroll regulations and compliance requirements for federal, state, and local levels
Experience with benefits administration and coordination, including 401(k) plans
Ability to manage payroll for organizations with 101-500 employees
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, ensuring accuracy in all payroll and benefits tasks
Strong communication skills to effectively collaborate with teams and address employee inquiries
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, for record-keeping and reporting purposes