Payroll and Benefits Coordinator

RiseMe; Spring (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

RiseMe is seeking a Payroll and Benefits Coordinator to manage US payroll and day-to-day benefits administration. This role serves as the primary contact for payroll issues and benefits plans, partnering with finance and HR to ensure accuracy and compliance.

The candidate will process bi-weekly payroll, reconcile registers, maintain records, and advise managers on tax rules and garnishments, while coordinating with the payroll processor on escalated inquiries.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; associate degree in accounting or business a plus.
• Minimum five years in payroll processing.
• Proficiency with ADP software and payroll systems.
• Strong knowledge of benefits programs (medical, dental, vision, 401k) and FLSA basics.

Responsibilities

• Process bi-weekly payroll for US-based employees.
• Reconcile payroll registers and validate reports before payment.
• Maintain payroll records and related documentation.
• Ensure compliance with company policy and labor agreements.
• Provide reports to finance/audit and explain discrepancies.
• Advise managers on payroll processing, taxes, garnishments, and system issues.
• Coordinate with payroll processor on escalated inquiries.
• Serve as internal point of contact for benefit plans (401k, medical, dental, vision, life, disability).
• Monitor changes related to benefits, compliance, and industry trends.

Skills

Payroll processing

Regulatory compliance

Data reporting

Communication with managers

ADP Workforce Now

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree in accounting/business

Tools

ADP Workforce Now

Job description

The Payroll and Benefits Coordinator is the primary point of contact for all matters concerning payroll and day-to-day benefits administration for the corporation.

Essential Duties:

• Process bi-weekly and special payroll runs for US based employees.
• Reconcile payroll registers and validate confirmed reports before payment is initiated.
• Maintain payroll records and related documentation.
• Ensure compliance with pay provisions per company policy and labor agreements.
• Provide reports to colleagues in finance and audit; work with them to explain variations and identify discrepancies.
• Advise managers and supervisors on payroll processing, tax laws, garnishments, system issues and general matters concerning payroll.
• Work with the team and payroll processor to research and respond to escalated employee inquiries.
• Serve as the primary point of contact internally with respect to benefit plans, including 401k, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• Monitor changes and developments related to benefits including industry trends, compliance, and other matters.
• Assist with other HR related tasks and activities which may include employee relations, training, and recruiting.

Qualifications:

• A high school diploma is required; an associate degree in accounting, business, or a related discipline is a plus.
• At least five years of experience in a role that is primarily responsible for processing payroll are required.
• Experience with ADP software, including Workforce Now, is strongly preferred.
• Experience processing payroll for workers represented by a labor union is a strong plus.
• Solid knowledge of employee benefits such as medical, dental, vision, disability, 401k, is required.
• Expert-level knowledge of the Fair Labor Standards Act and other legal aspects of payroll and benefits administration is crucial for success in this role.

EOE AA M/F/VET/Disability:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, protected veteran status, disability, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws.