Payroll and HR Specialist

Behavioral Framework LLC; United States; On-site; USD 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Behavioral Framework is seeking a Payroll and HR Specialist to oversee bi-weekly payroll processing, ensure accuracy and compliance, and serve as the primary contact for payroll inquiries. You will collaborate with HR, Finance, clinical leaders, and vendors to support payroll operations and garnishment administration.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in a related field, at least two years of payroll experience in a multi-state environment, and proficiency with Workday Payroll.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of payroll experience in a multi-state environment.
• Experience with Workday Payroll, including payroll processing, time and absence, and payroll reporting.
• Experience with payroll tax agencies, garnishments, and third-party vendors.
• Familiarity with payroll tax regulations, wage and hour laws, and compliance at federal/state/local levels.
• Experience responding to employee payroll inquiries and resolving discrepancies in a customer-service-focused environment.

Responsibilities

• Support bi-weekly payroll processing, including audits, data validation, and payroll submission under guidance.
• Serve as the primary contact for payroll-related inquiries, responding to employee questions and resolving issues.
• Assist with payroll inputs, including bonuses, retroactive pay, off-cycle payments, and compensation changes.
• Investigate payroll tax tickets and coordinate updates with local tax agencies as needed.
• Troubleshoot tax election and withholding issues with employees.
• Process and submit payroll-related documentation to third-party vendors.
• Audit pending garnishments and support ongoing garnishment administration.
• Complete and respond to requests for pay records and wage verifications; submit documentation to child support agencies.
• Assist with expense report review and approval; ensure compliance with policies.
• Follow up with employees for information needed for payroll accuracy; reconcile payroll integrations.
• Maintain accurate payroll records to support compliance and audits.

Skills

Payroll processing

Customer service

Attention to detail

Multistate payroll

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, HR, Business Administration

Tools

Workday Payroll

Job description

Behavioral Framework Highlights

Behavioral Framework is devoted to the pursuit of providing excellent, honest, and compassionate care within the autism community. We believe in the dedication and passion of our professional team and the science behind ABA to make a difference in the families and children we serve. Ranked on the Inc. 5000 list for 3 consecutive years. 1 of 4 Autism providers in the country to earn 3-year accreditation + telehealth from the Behavioral Health Center of Excellence. Beautiful office 2-minutes from I-270.

JOB SUMMARY

The Payroll and HR Specialist supports the accurate and timely processing of bi-weekly. This role is the primary point of contact for payroll-related inquiries and provides hands-on support for payroll operations, tax and garnishment administration, employee troubleshooting, and vendor coordination. The Payroll and HR Specialist works closely with HR, Finance, clinical leaders, and third-party vendors to ensure payroll accuracy, compliance, and a high level of customer service.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Support bi-weekly payroll processing, including audits, data validation, and payroll submission, under the guidance of the Senior Payroll and HR Specialist
• Serve as the primary point of contact for payroll-related inquiries, responding to employee questions and resolving issues related to pay, tax updates, address changes, and required payroll corrections
• Assist with payroll inputs, including bonuses, retroactive pay, off-cycle payments, and compensation changes
• Investigate payroll tax tickets, including local tax code issues, and coordinate updates with local tax agencies as needed
• Troubleshoot tax election and withholding issues with employees
• Process and submit payroll-related documentation, including tax notices and withholding orders, to third-party vendors
• Audit pending garnishments and support ongoing garnishment administration
• Complete and respond to requests for pay records, employment and wage verifications, and Medical Support Notices; submit required documentation to applicable child support agencies
• Assist with expense report review and approval, ensuring compliance with company expense policies
• Follow up with employees to obtain or confirm information needed for payroll accuracy, including address changes and tax updates
• Reconcile payroll-related integrations, including 401(k) and HSA contributions, with external vendors
• Maintain accurate payroll records and documentation to support compliance, audits, and internal controls
• Support payroll projects and perform other related duties as needed

Education and Experience Requirement

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
• Minimum of 2 years of payroll experience, supporting payroll processing in a multi-state environment
• Experience supporting bi-weekly or high-volume payroll operations
• Experience with Workday Payroll strongly preferred, including payroll processing, time and absence, and payroll-related reporting
• Experience working with payroll tax agencies, garnishments, and third-party vendors
• Familiarity with payroll tax regulations, wage and hour laws, and compliance requirements at the federal, state, and local levels
• Experience responding to employee payroll inquiries and resolving discrepancies in a customer-service-focused environment

Work Environment, Equipment, and Physical Demands

• Interacts regularly with employees, managers, and external vendors
• Performs detailed, confidential work requiring sustained focus and accuracy
• Works primarily during standard business hours, with additional time required during payroll cycles, year-end activities, or special projects
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work at minimum 40 hours per week
• Ability to work cooperatively with others.
• Must comply with practice policies and procedures.
• Requires daily in-office work.
• Physical activities include sitting for long periods of time, walking, bending, kneeling.
• Must be able to reach, pull, and push.
• Requires manual dexterity, auditory and visual skills.
• Ability to lift up to 15 lbs.

Salary: $55,000 - $60,000

EOE Behavioral Framework is committed to equitable treatment for all employees, clients, and their families. We welcome and respect the diversity of the families we serve, and we focus our organizational efforts to build a culture of respect, dignity, fairness, caring, equality, and self-esteem. We believe our strength comes from the shared experiences of our employees, clients, and community. We pride ourselves on serving a diverse population and always seeking to hire, retain, and promote from a wide variety of backgrounds.

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You get the opportunity to be a part of transformative moments in the lives of individuals with Autism and related disorders. Whether you’re starting your career or have experience, you’ll engage in meaningful work that brings life-changing rewards.