Payroll & Benefits Coordinator

HR One; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Sutton Real Estate is seeking a Payroll/Benefits Administrator to manage weekly payroll and employee benefits across multiple properties. You will ensure accurate processing, compliance with laws, and responsive support on payroll and benefits questions.

The role requires high accuracy, confidentiality, organization, and strong communication with employees, Property Managers, and internal departments. Experience with Payentry is preferred and Excel proficiency is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in payroll and benefits administration.
• Knowledge of Payentry payroll software.
• Strong Excel and numerical data skills.
• Ability to handle confidential employee information with discretion.
• Effective communication with employees, managers, and internal teams.

Responsibilities

• Process weekly payroll for multiple properties using Payentry.
• Review timecards and ensure accuracy of hours, PTO, and overtime.
• Coordinate with Property Managers on timecard approvals and corrections.
• Prepare payroll journal entries and maintain confidential payroll records.
• Administer employee benefits programs (medical, dental, life, 401(k), PTO, etc.).
• Open enrollment, benefits changes, and enrollment documentation.
• Handle accounts payable checks and ensure timely processing.

Skills

Payroll processing

Benefits administration

Accounting basics

Excel proficiency

Confidentiality

Communication skills

Tools

Payentry

Job description

Sutton Real Estate is seeking a Payroll/Benefits Administrator to manage weekly payroll and employee benefits across multiple properties. You will ensure accurate processing, compliance with laws, and responsive support on payroll and benefits questions.

The role requires high accuracy, confidentiality, organization, and strong communication with employees, Property Managers, and internal departments. Experience with Payentry is preferred and Excel proficiency is essential.