Payroll & Benefits Specialist

NRI Staffing; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

NRI Staffing is seeking a Payroll & Benefits Specialist in the District of Columbia to manage payroll and benefits systems, stay current on laws, and optimize programs. You will support audits, open enrollment, and reporting while coordinating with accounting and staff.

The role requires 3+ years in human resources, payroll, or benefits, and a BS/BA in a related field. SHRM certification is a plus, with an emphasis on discretion and accuracy.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of legislation, policies, and regulations for employee benefits.
• High degree of professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality.
• Outstanding organizational and time management skills.
• Meticulous attention to detail.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Deadline-driven performance.

Responsibilities

• Maintain knowledge of payroll and benefits software and websites used.
• Maintain knowledge of relevant laws and policies and procedures
• Recommend development and revision of employee benefit programs after evaluating costs, regulatory requirements, and competitiveness.
• Prepare for benefit audits, including 401k, and consult with auditors
• Collaborate with internal staff, temps, and accounting on payroll and benefits questions
• Prepare and submit reports required or requested
• Process annual open enrollment
• Prepare annual forms and filings for controller review and submission
• Pay and file payroll taxes, workers compensation, deductions, garnishments, etc.
• Send Annual Notices as required for payroll and benefits
• All other duties as assigned

Skills

Payroll & benefits regulations

Discretion & confidentiality

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Deadline-driven

Education

BS/BA in Accounting, Business Admin, HR, or related field

SHRM certification (plus)

Job description

Payroll & Benefits Specialist - Job Description

• Maintain knowledge of all payroll and benefits software and websites used.
• Maintain knowledge of relevant laws and policies and procedures
• Recommend development and revision of employee benefit programs by examining, evaluating, and optimizing employee understanding, acceptance, and interests, costs, regulatory requirements, and competitive advantage.
• Prepare for any benefit audits, including 401k, and consult with the auditors
• Collaborate with internal staff, temps, and accounting on changes to or questions about payroll & benefits
• Prepare and submit reports required or requested
• Process annual open enrollment
• Prepare annual forms and filings for the controller to review and submit
• Pay and file payroll taxes, workers comp, deductions, garnishments, etc.
• Send Annual Notices as required for payroll and benefits
• All other duties as assigned

Requirements Essential Skills

• Solid knowledge of relevant legislation, policies, and regulations for employee benefits
• High degree of professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality
• Outstanding organizational and time management skills
• Meticulous and vigilant attention to details
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Analytical and critical thinking skills
• Deadline-driven

Requirements

• BS/BA in Accounting, Business Administration, Human Resources, or a related field
• Professional certification (e.g., SHRM) is a plus
• 3+ years working experience in Human Resources, payroll, or benefits