Benefits and Payroll Administrator

Schulte Staffing Solutions; Peabody (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Schulte Staffing is seeking an experienced Benefits & Payroll Administrator for a direct-hire opportunity in a manufacturing environment. This role supports employee benefits, payroll processing, leave administration, and HRIS, serving as a resource for employees and management.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in benefits administration, strong knowledge of payroll and leave programs, and a commitment to confidentiality and accuracy in handling sensitive information.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• 5+ years of benefits administration experience.
• Experience supporting payroll administration.
• Strong knowledge of benefits enrollment, open enrollment, vendor management, and compliance.
• Experience administering FMLA/PFML and other leave programs.

Responsibilities

• Administer employee benefit enrollments, changes, and terminations.
• Support bi-weekly and off-cycle payroll processing.
• Maintain payroll records, tax elections, direct deposit information, and employee data.
• Review timekeeping, wage calculations, deductions, and payroll reports for accuracy.
• Coordinate benefit billing and monthly reconciliations.
• Coordinate annual open enrollment, including communications and enrollment changes.
• Assist employees with benefits, payroll, eligibility, and leave-related questions.
• Administer leave and absence programs including FMLA/PFML, PFML, Workers’ Compensation, COBRA, STD, and LTD.
• Support year-end payroll activities, including W-2 processing and auditing.
• Maintain accurate information within HRIS/HCM and benefit vendor systems.
• Assist with HR audits, reporting, process improvements, and special projects.
• Ensure compliance with applicable wage, hour, benefits, and employment regulations.

Skills

Benefits administration

Payroll processing

Confidentiality

Excel

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Business Administration

Tools

HRIS/HCM systems

Microsoft Office (Excel)

Job description

Benefits & Payroll Administrator Salary: $70,000–$75,000 per year Full-Time | Direct Hire | Onsite Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM

Schulte Staffing is seeking an experienced Benefits & Payroll Administrator for a direct-hire opportunity with an established organization. This role is responsible for supporting employee benefits, payroll processing, leave administration, and HRIS functions while serving as a resource for employees and management. The ideal candidate has strong benefits administration experience, working knowledge of payroll and leave programs, and the ability to manage sensitive employee information with accuracy and confidentiality.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer employee benefit enrollments, changes, and terminations
• Support bi-weekly and off-cycle payroll processing
• Maintain payroll records, tax elections, direct deposit information, and employee data
• Review timekeeping, wage calculations, deductions, and payroll reports for accuracy
• Coordinate benefit billing and monthly reconciliations
• Coordinate annual open enrollment, including communications and enrollment changes
• Assist employees with benefits, payroll, eligibility, and leave-related questions
• Administer leave and absence programs including FMLA/PFML, Workers’ Compensation, COBRA, STD, and LTD
• Support year-end payroll activities, including W-2 processing and auditing
• Maintain accurate information within HRIS/HCM and benefit vendor systems
• Assist with HR audits, reporting, process improvements, and special projects
• Ensure compliance with applicable wage, hour, benefits, and employment regulations

Qualifications

• 5+ years of benefits administration experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field; equivalent experience considered
• Experience supporting payroll administration
• Strong knowledge of benefits enrollment, open enrollment, vendor management, and compliance
• Experience administering FMLA/PFML and other leave programs
• Knowledge of FLSA, COBRA, ERISA, HIPAA, ACA, and applicable state regulations
• Experience with HRIS/HCM systems
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, including Excel
• Excellent attention to detail, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and maintain confidentiality

Manufacturing environment experience preferred Compensation: $70,000–$75,000 annually, based on experience.