Payroll & Benefits Specialist

Help Employees Get Paid Right—And Support the Benefits That Matter.

Are you a payroll professional who enjoys accuracy, problem-solving, and delivering exceptional employee support? Join a stable, employee-focused organization that values collaboration, continuous improvement, and providing an exceptional workplace experience.If you're detail-oriented, proactive, and passionate about process improvement, we'd love to meet you.

Payroll & Benefits Specialist

Dallas, TX Area | 100% Onsite

$25.00/hr Based on Experience

Monday–Friday 8am to 5pm | Full-Time

ROLE IMPACT

As the Payroll & Benefits Specialist, you'll serve as the subject matter expert for payroll processing, HRIS administration, and employee benefits. You'll ensure accurate and timely payroll, maintain system integrity, support compliance initiatives, and provide outstanding customer service while helping improve HR processes and technology.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Process bi-weekly and off-cycle payrolls accurately and on time, including payroll adjustments, incentive payments, and variable compensation

Coordinate payroll approvals, reconcile payroll tax filings, and support quarterly and annual reporting

Maintain employee records and ensure data accuracy across payroll, HR, benefits, and timekeeping systems.

Administer employee benefits, including new hire enrollments, payroll deductions, monthly benefit reconciliations, and vendor communications

Support leave of absence programs and employee benefit administration while serving as a resource for benefits-related questions.

Generate payroll, benefits, audit, and compliance reports for leadership and third-party vendors

Maintain employee personnel files, record retention, leave administration records, and employee work arrangement documentation.

Perform routine audits to ensure data accuracy, compliance, and system integrity

Identify opportunities to improve payroll, HRIS, and benefits processes through technology, automation, and best practices

Cross-train across multiple HR functions while providing exceptional customer service to employees and internal stakeholders

WHAT YOU BRING

High School Diploma or GED required

3+ years of payroll and benefits administration experience

Strong understanding of payroll processing, HRIS systems, and benefits administration

Paylocity or a comparable HRIS/payroll platform required.

Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including PivotTables and reporting, preferred

Knowledge of payroll tax reporting, compliance, and HR recordkeeping

Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills

Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple deadlines

Outstanding communication and customer service skills

Payroll certification or advanced payroll training is a plus

CULTURE FIT

Takes ownership and pride in delivering accurate, high-quality work.

Builds strong relationships through professionalism and exceptional customer service.

Thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

Embraces change and continuously looks for ways to improve processes.

Communicates effectively while maintaining confidentiality and sound judgment.

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