Benefits and Payroll Administrator

Pro Staff; Beverly (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

HSA

Job summary

Pro Staff is seeking a Benefits & Payroll Administrator in Beverly, MA. The role focuses on payroll processing, benefits administration, leave programs, and HRIS support in a manufacturing setting.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in benefits administration, payroll experience, and strong Excel skills. This onsite, direct-hire position emphasizes accuracy, compliance, and employee experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Admin, or related field.
• 5+ years of benefits administration experience.
• Experience with payroll processing and HRIS/HCM systems.
• Strong knowledge of benefits, leave programs, and regulations.
• Advanced Excel and data analysis skills.

Responsibilities

• Administer benefit programs, enrollments, changes, terminations, and open enrollment.
• Process bi-weekly payroll and maintain payroll records, tax elections, and direct deposit data.
• Support leave administration (FMLA, PFML, COBRA, WC, STD, LTD).
• Audit payroll data, timekeeping, deductions, and reports for accuracy.
• Manage benefit billing reconciliation and vendor relationships.
• Conduct new hire benefits orientations and employee education sessions.
• Generate HR and payroll reports and support audits and compliance projects.

Skills

Payroll processing

Benefits administration

HRIS/HCM systems

Excel

Analytical and communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Business

Tools

HRIS/HCM systems

Job description

Benefits & Payroll Administrator

Location: Beverly, MA

Salary: $70,000 - $75,000 per year

Job Type: Direct Hire | Full-Time | Onsite

Build Your HR Career with a Company That Values Accuracy, Compliance, and Employee Experience

We're seeking an experienced Benefits & Payroll Administrator to manage payroll processing, employee benefits administration, leave programs, and HR systems support. This is an excellent opportunity for an HR professional who enjoys balancing compliance, employee service, and process improvement in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer employee benefit programs, enrollments, changes, terminations, and open enrollment activities
• Process bi-weekly payroll and maintain payroll records, tax elections, and direct deposit information
• Support leave administration, including FMLA, PFML, COBRA, Workers' Compensation, STD, and LTD programs
• Audit payroll data, timekeeping records, deductions, and reports for accuracy
• Manage benefit billing reconciliation and vendor relationships
• Conduct new hire benefits orientations and employee education sessions
• Generate HR and payroll reports and support audits, compliance initiatives, and special projects
• Ensure compliance with federal and state regulations, including FLSA, ACA, ERISA, HIPAA, and COBRA

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field, or equivalent experience
• 5+ years of benefits administration experience
• Experience with payroll processing and HRIS/HCM systems
• Strong knowledge of employee benefits, leave administration, and employment regulations
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills, especially Excel
• Excellent analytical, customer service, communication, and problem-solving abilities
• Manufacturing environment experience preferred

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• AD&D Insurance

*Benefits vary by client and will be confirmed at the time of offer.