Detail-Driven Payroll & Benefits Specialist

Chapa-De Indian Health; Auburn (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Chapa-De Indian Health is seeking a Payroll & Benefits Administrator to perform technical, detailed payroll/audit work and administer employee benefit programs. You will handle HRIS payroll transactions, benefit enrollment/changes, timesheet audits, and respond to payroll inquiries.

The role requires multiple years in payroll/benefits, strong Excel, and HRIS experience, with emphasis on accuracy, confidentiality, and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Three years payroll administrator experience or equivalent.
• One year experience in employee benefits coordination or equivalent.
• Demonstrated understanding of Federal and State payroll tax laws, and payroll best practices.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including strong Excel skills.
• Experience with UKG Ready or similar HRIS.
• Experience with electronic timekeeping systems.
• Must be self-motivated with the ability to perform complex assignments independently.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to maintain high level of confidentiality required.
• Able to interact effectively with all levels of management and peers.

Responsibilities

• Calculate, process and audit payroll and benefit transactions in the HRIS system.
• Provide day-to-day administration of employee benefit programs.
• Audit and correct timesheets and attendance records in the HRIS system.
• Serve as the primary contact for employees with payroll and benefits questions.
• Set up and maintain benefit tables in HRIS system.
• Ensure accurate and timely processing of new hires, terminations, life changes and pay rate changes.
• Prepare payroll tax deposits.
• Prepare pay records for posting to the general ledger and reconcile payroll records.
• Reconcile monthly insurance invoices to payroll records and the general ledger.
• Prepare off-cycle payroll checks for terminations.
• Present on behalf of the Payroll & Benefits team at New Employee Orientation.
• Maintain confidential records of hours, wages, deductions, and benefits.
• Research and resolve discrepancies in payroll and timekeeping records.
• Understand and promote the mission, vision, and values of Chapa-De.
• Maintain compliance with all state and federal laws and regulations (HIPAA, etc.).
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Excel

HRIS (UKG Ready)

Timekeeping systems

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Education

Associate's degree in accounting or finance

CPP certification (desirable)

Tools

UKG Ready

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Chapa-De Indian Health is seeking a Payroll & Benefits Administrator to perform technical, detailed payroll/audit work and administer employee benefit programs. You will handle HRIS payroll transactions, benefit enrollment/changes, timesheet audits, and respond to payroll inquiries.

The role requires multiple years in payroll/benefits, strong Excel, and HRIS experience, with emphasis on accuracy, confidentiality, and regulatory compliance.