Payroll & Benefits Specialist

CFS; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

CFS is seeking a Payroll & Benefits Specialist in Tampa, FL to own critical payroll and benefits processes and provide accurate, timely support to employees and a cross-functional team.

You’ll partner with HR, Accounting, and leadership to maintain records, ensure compliance, and drive process improvements, with a competitive compensation package and clear career growth in a well-established organization.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of payroll and benefits administration experience.
• Experience with payroll systems and benefits platforms.
• Strong attention to detail and confidentiality.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to analyze issues and manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Process payroll accurately and on schedule in compliance with policies and regulations.
• Perform payroll audits, reconciliations, and reporting to maintain accuracy.
• Administer employee benefits programs (enrollments, status changes, terminations, open enrollment).
• Serve as the primary point of contact for payroll and benefits questions.
• Collaborate with HR and Accounting to maintain records and support process improvements.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Problem solving

Tools

Payroll software

Benefits platforms

Job description

Compensation: $60,000–$70,000
Location: Tampa, FL | Onsite

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

This Payroll & Benefits Specialist opportunity offers the chance to join a well-established organization with a strong reputation in the Tampa market. The company values employee experience, operational excellence, and long-term growth, creating an environment where your expertise will make a direct impact.

As a Payroll & Benefits Specialist, you'll serve as a key resource for employees, HR, Accounting, and leadership. The Payroll & Benefits Specialist will own critical payroll and benefits processes while helping ensure employees receive accurate pay, timely support, and a positive overall experience.

This opportunity is ideal for a Payroll & Benefits Specialist who enjoys balancing technical payroll responsibilities with employee-facing support and wants a role with visibility, ownership, and long-term career potential.

Key Responsibilities Of The Payroll & Benefits Specialist

• Process payroll accurately and on schedule while ensuring compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements as the Payroll & Benefits Specialist
• Perform payroll audits, reconciliations, and reporting activities to maintain accuracy and data integrity as the Payroll & Benefits Specialist
• Administer employee benefits programs, including enrollments, status changes, terminations, and annual open enrollment activities as the Payroll & Benefits Specialist
• Serve as the primary point of contact for employee payroll and benefits questions as the Payroll & Benefits Specialist
• Partner with HR and Accounting teams to maintain employee records, ensure compliance, and support process improvement initiatives as the Payroll & Benefits Specialist

Qualifications For The Payroll & Benefits Specialist

• 2–4 years of payroll and benefits administration experience
• Experience working with payroll systems, benefits platforms, and employee data management
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and commitment to confidentiality
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Ability to analyze issues, solve problems, and manage multiple priorities effectively

What You'll Gain As The Payroll & Benefits Specialist

• Opportunity to join a stable and respected organization
• Ownership of payroll and benefits administration functions
• Close collaboration with HR, Accounting, and leadership teams
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package