Payroll and Benefits Specialist

Appalachian Agency for Senior Citizens; Cedar Bluff (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Appalachian Agency for Senior Citizens is seeking a Payroll and Benefits Specialist in Cedar Bluff, Virginia. This role involves managing payroll and employee benefits for a diverse multi-program agency. Key responsibilities include payroll administration, benefits management, and compliance with relevant laws. Ideal candidates will have experience with payroll systems, strong attention to detail, and exemplary communication skills. Preference is given to those with healthcare or public sector experience. Join a dedicated team focused on making a difference in the community.

Qualifications

• Experience with payroll systems (ADP, Paychex, QuickBooks, or similar).
• Strong understanding of payroll laws and regulations.
• Experience with benefits administration.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for payroll administration.
• Manage benefits administration.
• Support onboarding and offboarding processes.
• Ensure records management and compliance.

Skills

Experience with payroll systems (ADP, Paychex, QuickBooks, or similar)

Strong understanding of payroll laws and regulations

Experience with benefits administration

High level of accuracy and attention to detail

Strong communication and customer service skills

Job description

What drives you? Whether it’s knowing the work you do makes a difference, having a great work/life balance, working on exciting and challenging projects, leading innovation, and championing change or simply working with a great group of people who are committed to professionalism. At the Appalachian Agency for Senior Citizens, we have something for you.

We are looking for a highly qualified and motivated professional to serve as our Payroll and Benefits Specialist in the accounting department. The Payroll and Benefits Specialist is responsible for the accurate, timely, and compliant administration of payroll and employee benefits across a multi‑program, multi‑site human‑services agency. This position ensures that all payroll transactions, benefits processes, employee records, and compliance requirements are executed with precision. The role requires exceptional attention to detail, confidentiality, and the ability to support employees and managers across diverse programs including Area Agency on Aging (AAA), Public Transit, and Program of All-inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE).

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Payroll Administration
• Benefits Administration
• Onboarding & Offboarding Support
• Records Management & Compliance

QUALIFICATIONS & COMPETENCIES

Required

• Experience with payroll systems (ADP, Paychex, QuickBooks, or similar)
• Strong understanding of payroll laws and regulations
• Experience with benefits administration
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Ability to meet firm deadlines

Preferred

• Experience in healthcare, public sector, or multi‑site organizations
• Experience processing payroll for 100+ employees
• Experience in fund accounting
• Experience supporting PACE, transit, or human‑services programs
• Familiarity with FMLA, ACA, and HIPAA
• Certified Payroll Specialist in ADP Workforce Now