Payroll Benefits Administrator

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Benefits & Payroll Administrator to support employee benefits administration, payroll processing, and day-to-day HR operations for an established manufacturing organization on the North Shore. This role will oversee key benefits processes, assist with biweekly payroll, maintain accurate employee records, and serve as a resource for employees and managers regarding benefits and payroll questions.

This is a great opportunity for an HR professional with a strong background in benefits administration, payroll, and compliance who enjoys working in a hands-on, onsite environment.

Responsibilities

• Administer employee benefits programs, including enrollments, plan changes, and employee status updates.
• Coordinate with benefits carriers and vendors, reconcile invoices, and resolve billing discrepancies.
• Support new hire orientations and communicate benefits information to employees.
• Coordinate annual open enrollment, including employee communications, enrollment updates, and follow-up.
• Respond to employee and manager questions regarding benefits, payroll, and related policies.
• Assist with biweekly and off-cycle payroll processing and maintain accurate payroll records in Paylocity.
• Audit timekeeping records, payroll deductions, and employee information to ensure accuracy.
• Support payroll filings, year-end processing, and W-2 preparation.
• Maintain compliance with applicable employment, tax, and benefits regulations.
• Assist with HR audits, reporting, employee communications, and other HR projects as needed.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of benefits administration experience.
• Previous payroll processing experience.
• Strong knowledge of employee benefits programs, open enrollment, and applicable benefits laws and regulations.
• Experience with payroll or HRIS systems; Paylocity experience is a plus.
• Manufacturing industry experience highly preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain confidential employee information.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

About the Opportunity

This position offers the opportunity to take ownership of important benefits and payroll processes while working closely with HR and supporting employees across the organization. The ideal candidate is hands-on, dependable, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing both benefits administration and payroll responsibilities.