Payroll & Benefits Specialist

CFS; Madison (WI); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Health, dental, and vision coverage

Bonus potential

Job summary

CFS in the United States is seeking a Payroll & Benefits Specialist to own the payroll and benefits function across a multi-state workforce. The role emphasizes impact and process improvements, with a hybrid schedule aligned to workload realities.

You will influence how payroll and benefits evolve as the company grows, enjoying autonomy while receiving guidance when needed. A strong benefits package and loyalty within the team are highlighted in this opportunity.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in benefits administration.
• Strong knowledge of payroll systems and benefits processes.

Responsibilities

• Process all new hire paperwork
• Administer employee benefits programs including health, retirement, and leave management
• Serve as the primary point of contact for employee payroll and benefits questions
• Enter payroll deductions for any benefits, child support, and wage garnishments

Skills

Benefits administration

Payroll systems

Tools

Payroll software

Job description

• This Payroll & Benefits Specialist role is far from transactional—you’ll be trusted to own the function and help shape how payroll and benefits evolve as the company continues to grow.
• The Payroll & Benefits Specialist will step into a high-impact role supporting a multi-state workforce, giving you exposure and experience that goes beyond a typical single-location environment.
• You’ll join a team that values longevity and stability - people stay here, and that says a lot about the culture and leadership.
• Leadership is hands-off but supportive - you’ll have the autonomy to run with ideas while still having guidance when you need it.
• Flexibility is built into the culture - offering a hybrid schedule and realistic expectations around workload.
• Strong benefits package including:
• 401(k) with company match
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage
• Bonus potential - long-term career growth
• The Payroll & Benefits Specialist will have the opportunity to drive process improvements, streamline systems, and create efficiencies - your input will truly matter.

Title

Payroll & Benefits Specialist

Salary

$60,000-$70,000

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• This Payroll & Benefits Specialist role is far from transactional—you’ll be trusted to own the function and help shape how payroll and benefits evolve as the company continues to grow.
• The Payroll & Benefits Specialist will step into a high-impact role supporting a multi-state workforce, giving you exposure and experience that goes beyond a typical single-location environment.
• You’ll join a team that values longevity and stability - people stay here, and that says a lot about the culture and leadership.
• Leadership is hands-off but supportive - you’ll have the autonomy to run with ideas while still having guidance when you need it.
• Flexibility is built into the culture - offering a hybrid schedule and realistic expectations around workload.
• Strong benefits package including:
• 401(k) with company match
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage
• Bonus potential - long-term career growth
• The Payroll & Benefits Specialist will have the opportunity to drive process improvements, streamline systems, and create efficiencies - your input will truly matter.

Key Responsibilities

• Process all new hire paperwork
• Administer employee benefits programs including health, retirement, and leave management
• Serve as the primary point of contact for employee payroll and benefits questions
• Enter payroll deductions for any benefits, child support, and wage garnishments

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in benefits administration
• Strong knowledge of payroll systems and benefits processes