Human Resources Benefits & Payroll Specialist

The HR Benefits & Payroll Specialist is responsible for managing all aspects of payroll processing benefits administration and leave-of-absence management for all employees across Brandt Hospitality Group. This role ensures accuracy compliance and exceptional employee support by serving as a trusted resource for payroll benefits and leave-related matters. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented highly organized and skilled at balancing analytical tasks with strong customer service.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Payroll Administration

Complete full-cycle payroll processing for weekly and biweekly payrolls across multiple state locations ensuring accuracy and compliance within a fast-paced 24 / 7 hospitality environment.

• Review timekeeping data for completeness and accuracy with property support to validating hours worked overtime PTO shift differentials and special pay categories for employees operating in 24 / 7 environment.
• Support property managers and supervisors in maintaining accurate timekeeping practices troubleshooting system issues and ensuring adherence to established timekeeping and scheduling guidelines.
• Ensure full compliance with hospitality-related wage and hour regulations including tip credit rules service charge distribution laws multi-state tax requirements union agreements meal / rest break rules overtime calculations and split-shift premiums.
• Audit payroll data prior to submission identifying and resolving discrepancies related to hours worked wage calculations deductions garnishments and tax withholdings.
• Maintain accurate employee payroll records and ensure proper application of benefits-related deductions.
• Respond to payroll-related inquiries from employees and managers providing clear explanations and resolving issues regarding pay deductions adjustments and timekeeping.
• Manage year-end payroll processes including reviewing and validating W-2 and 1095-C forms coordinating corrections and ensuring all reporting deadlines are met

Benefits Administration

Administer all employee benefits programs including health dental vision disability life insurance retirement plans and wellness programs.

Benefits Processes & Employee Support

Lead annual Open Enrollment planning communication and execution.

Leave of Absence (LOA) Management

Process and administer all leave-of-absence requests including medical personal disability-related state-required leaves and FMLA.

QUALIFICATIONS

BENEFITS

Required Experience :

IC

Key Skills

Customer Service,Fmla,HIPAA,Microsoft Outlook,Benefits Administration,HRIS,Payroll,Employment & Labor Law,ADP,Human Resources,Phone Etiquette,Workday

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1