Payroll & Benefits Specialist

The Stevens & Lee Companies; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

The Stevens & Lees Companies located in Reading, PA, seeks a Payroll & Benefits Clerk to assist the Payroll Manager with payroll processing, benefits administration, and related audits. This on-site role supports accurate payroll records and streamlined workflows within the Finance department.

Ideal candidates have payroll experience (3–5 years), strong Excel skills, and a college degree. Prior benefits and Ceridian/Dayforce experience are a plus but not required.

Qualifications

• Prior payroll experience (3-5 years)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• College degree in applicable field preferred
• Prior employee benefits experience preferred
• Prior Ceridian/Dayforce experience ideal but not required

Responsibilities

• Support payroll processing and payroll system administration
• Maintain accurate payroll records
• Assist with employee benefits-related tasks
• Contribute to internal and external audit support efforts
• Streamline existing workflows
• Serve as a resource for employee payroll-related inquiries
• Communicate with third-party payroll and benefits providers
• Collaborate with the Finance team on specialized projects and departmental priorities as needed

Skills

Quantitative skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Time management

Education

College degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Ceridian/Dayforce

Job description

The Stevens & Lees Companies located in Reading, PA, seeks a Payroll & Benefits Clerk to assist the Payroll Manager with payroll processing, benefits administration, and related audits. This on-site role supports accurate payroll records and streamlined workflows within the Finance department.

Ideal candidates have payroll experience (3–5 years), strong Excel skills, and a college degree. Prior benefits and Ceridian/Dayforce experience are a plus but not required.