Payroll and Benefits Specialist (28563)

Dahl Consulting is currently partnering with a leading color lamination solutions company. We work one-on-one with great candidates to help connect them with local employment opportunities. This Company is hiring a Payroll & Benefits Specialist for a permanent position! Interested? Get more details below.

Worksite Location : Osseo, WI

Compensation :

$24.00-$29.00 per hour

Contract Duration : 4 months

Payroll & Benefits Specialist Job Summary

The Payroll and Benefits Specialist is responsible for all activities related to the operations side of Human Resources including but not limited to payroll, benefits, employee engagement and HRIS administration. This includes developing, implementing, and monitoring the success of processes and policies related to these areas. Works closely with the HR Director in managing all safety, benefit, unemployment, and workers’ compensation administrative processes, and participates in all employee HR related activities.

What you’ll do as a Payroll & Benefits Specialist :

Maintain accurate HRIS data through developing and implementing processes and workflows related to onboarding, terminations, timecard entry, and employee updates, such as changes to pay rates, tax statuses, required and voluntary payroll deductions, and direct deposits

Support timekeeping efforts, including tracking missing timesheets, administering PTO, and holiday reporting

Prepare and process multi-state bi-weekly payroll to produce accurate payments and administer regulatory requirements such as garnishments, tax levies, etc.

Ensure timely and correct processing of all employment taxes

Participate in recruitment and onboarding activities to attract and engage candidates and new employees

Receive, respond, process, and maintain all employee-related correspondence, including requests for verification of employment, unemployment, garnishment, etc.

Ensures the integrity and confidentiality of human resource files and records, including maintaining security roles in the HRIS system

Assist with all compliance activities, including but not limited to internal and external audits, making necessary corrections, submitting required annual compliance reports, and keeping up to date knowledge of new employment and payroll regulations that may apply

Assists with planning and execution of special, employee-related events such as benefits enrollment, organization-wide meetings, employee recognition events, and holiday parties

Benefit administration, which includes reviewing and approving invoices, ensuring timely enrollment of employees, Open Enrollment activities, 401 (k) enrollment, COBRA, and PTO Program management

What you’ll bring to the Payroll & Benefits Specialist role :

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, business field, or equivalent experience

Knowledge and understanding of federal, multi-state, and local employment tax regulations

Minimum 2 years’ related experience; Human Resource, Payroll, and / or HRIS experience (Paylocity a plus or exposure to any HRIS)

Ability to comprehend, interpret, and apply the appropriate sections of applicable laws, guidelines, regulations, ordinances, and policies

Experience working under moderate supervision

Strong interpersonal communication skills and a high level of customer service

Strong math skills

Strong critical thinking, analytical and problem-solving skills

Strong organizational skills and orientation to detail

Willingness to learn and accommodate changes in all processes

Proficiency in Excel and Microsoft Suite

Working knowledge of Paylocity or similar HRIS is a plus

Dahl Consulting is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees that will allow you to choose the best coverage to meet your family’s needs. For details, please review the DAHL Benefits Summary :