Payroll & Benefits Specialist — Discreet, Impactful HR Ops

Centurion Selection, LLC; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Centurion Selection, LLC is seeking a Payroll and Benefits Coordinator to support the Payroll and Benefits Manager and HR team. You will review timesheets, manage benefits enrollment, handle confidential payroll data, and assist with new hires and open enrollment.

The role requires discretion, strong Excel skills, and the ability to communicate clearly with staff and vendors. Ideal candidates hold a bachelor’s degree or HR/payroll certification with 2–5 years of related experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or HR/payroll certification plus 2–5 years of equivalent experience.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Review timesheets for missing punches, meal penalties, short time, overtime.
• Maintain timesheets for employees on leave and track deduction arrears.
• Monitor garnishments and withholding orders.
• Assist with new hire setups in Unicorn and maintain records.
• Assist with health benefits enrollment and benefits portals.

Skills

Communication

Discretion/Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor’s degree or HR/Payroll certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Data entry into databases

Job description

Centurion Selection, LLC is seeking a Payroll and Benefits Coordinator to support the Payroll and Benefits Manager and HR team. You will review timesheets, manage benefits enrollment, handle confidential payroll data, and assist with new hires and open enrollment.

The role requires discretion, strong Excel skills, and the ability to communicate clearly with staff and vendors. Ideal candidates hold a bachelor’s degree or HR/payroll certification with 2–5 years of related experience.