Payroll/ Benefits Specialist

Company: The Global Edge Consultants
Location: Spring
Posted on: May 3, 2025

Job Description:

Global Edge are proud to be working with a multinational client. Who are seeking a highly experienced Bilingual (Spanish & English) and detail-oriented Payroll & Benefits Specialist to join their growing team.

Increase your chances of an interview by reading the following overview of this role before making an application.

The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of managing multi-state payrolls, administering and improving comprehensive employee benefits programs (medical, dental, vision) and managing open enrollment periods for benefits, as well as maintaining a deep understanding of 401(k) retirement plan regulations and compliance.

This role is critical to ensuring our employees are paid accurately and on time, while also providing them with smooth and informed access to their benefits. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, highly organized, and thrives in a fast-paced environment where accuracy and confidentiality are paramount.



Key Responsibilities:

--- Manage end-to-end payroll processing for multiple states, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local tax regulations.

--- Collaborate with HR and Finance teams to maintain accurate employee records, including new hires, terminations, promotions, and benefit deductions.

--- Reconcile payroll prior to transmission and validate post-payroll reports.

--- Oversee and coordinate open enrollment periods for employee benefits, including health, dental, vision, life insurance, and other voluntary programs.

--- Administer day-to-day benefits operations including enrollments, terminations, life events, billing reconciliation, and paid time off.

--- Partner with brokers, vendors, and carriers to manage plan design, renewals, and compliance.

--- Serve as the primary point of contact for all payroll and benefit-related inquiries, resolving issues with accuracy and professionalism.

--- Administer and maintain 401(k) retirement plans, including compliance testing, contributions processing, and employee education.

--- Monitor plan compliance with IRS and DOL regulations, including nondiscrimination testing and annual filings (e.g., Form 5500).

--- Educate employees on retirement benefits and provide support for 401(k)-related inquiries.

--- Liaise with external vendors, such as payroll processors and benefits providers, to ensure service quality and resolve discrepancies.

--- Prepare and audit reports for payroll, benefits, and retirement plan contributions to ensure data integrity and compliance.

--- Stay current with labor laws, tax regulations, and benefits-related legislation to ensure ongoing compliance.

--- Lead or assist in audits related to payroll, benefits, and retirement plans.



Qualifications:

--- Minimum 7+ years of progressive experience in payroll and benefits administration, including multi-state payroll.

--- Demonstrated experience managing open enrollments and working with a variety of benefits providers.

--- Deep understanding of 401(k) plan administration, including compliance requirements (e.g., ERISA, DOL regulations).

--- Proficient in payroll software systems (e.g., ADP, or similar).

--- Strong knowledge of payroll laws, benefits regulations, and retirement plan compliance.

--- Excellent organizational and time-management skills with keen attention to detail.

--- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.

--- Certification such as CPP (Certified Payroll Professional) or CEBS (Certified Employee Benefits Specialist) is a plus.



The Global Edge Consultants, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Global Ede Consultants, LLC does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.

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