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Payroll Benefits SpecialistLHH • Overland Park, KS, US
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Payroll Benefits Specialist

Payroll Benefits Specialist

LHH • Overland Park, KS, US
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Payroll Benefits Specialist

LHH Recruitment Solutions is partnering with an organization and searching for a new Payroll & Benefits Specialist. The Payroll & Benefits Specialist plays a key role in managing payroll operations and benefits administration. Reporting to the HRIS, Payroll & Benefits Manager, this position ensures accurate and timely payroll processing across multiple pay cycles (weekly, semi-monthly, and quarterly) and handles bonus payouts. The role also involves leading payroll-related projects aimed at improving employee engagement and optimizing costs. Additionally, the specialist will oversee benefits administration, including new hire enrollments, life event changes, annual open enrollment, and wellness program coordination.

What We're Looking For

  • Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify and resolve discrepancies quickly.
  • Proactive mindset focused on improving processes and implementing safeguards.
  • Excellent communication skills to engage effectively with employees at all levels.
  • Solid knowledge of 401(k) administration, garnishment processing, and payroll audits.
  • Experience managing payroll across multiple states.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
  • Customer-focused approach with a passion for supporting internal stakeholders.
  • Quick learner who can navigate payroll systems and adopt new technology with ease.
  • Familiarity with compliance requirements for federal and state payroll regulations.
  • Comfortable assisting employees with payroll, benefits, and related HR inquiries.

Key Responsibilities

Payroll

  • Act as the primary contact for all U.S. payroll questions.
  • Process payroll for hourly and salaried employees.
  • Review and update time and attendance records.
  • Ensure compliance and mitigate payroll-related risks.
  • Handle garnishment processing and respond to employee inquiries.
  • Prepare ad hoc reports, analyses, and special projects.
  • Manage year-end reporting, including W-2 and 1095-C compliance.
  • Support audits and collaborate with Finance on payroll-related matters.
  • Identify opportunities for process improvements and recommend system enhancements.
  • Benefits Administration

  • Administer benefit enrollments, adjustments, and reporting.
  • Conduct onboarding sessions covering payroll, benefits, and wellness programs.
  • Prepare annual ACA reporting and benefits census.
  • Coordinate wellness events and initiatives.
  • Audit and process benefits invoices accurately.
  • Minimum Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent required.
  • At least five years of payroll experience.
  • Pay Details : $70,000.00 to $80,000.00 per year

    Search managed by : Sean Moran Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled Military connected talent encouraged to apply

    To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https : / / www-uat.lhh.com / us / en / candidate-privacy

    The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and / or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable :

  • The California Fair Chance Act
  • Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
  • Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
  • San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
  • Massachusetts Candidates Only : It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

    Ref : US_EN_27_814386_3109486

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