Payroll & Benefits Specialist - Hybrid Role

Solmax; Jefferson (GA); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Solmax is seeking a Payroll and Benefits Coordinator to support accurate and timely payroll processing and administer employee benefits. You will serve as a primary contact for benefit inquiries, enrollment, deductions, and related HR processes, while ensuring compliance and confidentiality.

The role requires 2–5 years of payroll/benefits experience, familiarity with multi-state payroll, and proficiency with HRIS systems such as UKG, ADP, Kronos, Workday or Oracle.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of payroll and/or benefits administration experience.
• Experience processing multi-state payroll is preferred.
• Experience with HRIS and payroll systems (UKG/ADP/Kronos/Workday/Oracle) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Payroll Administration: backup for Payroll Analyst; process multi-state payroll on schedule; audit timekeeping and payroll changes; manage deductions and direct deposits; assist with year-end payroll activities.
• Benefits Administration: administer medical/dental/vision, life insurance, disability, HSA/FSA, and retirement plans; manage enrollments and COBRA; reconcile invoices and eligibility reports.
• HR and Compliance Support: maintain HRIS/payroll records; ensure wage and hour, tax, COBRA, HIPAA, ACA compliance; generate reports; support audits.

Skills

Payroll accuracy

Attention to detail

Confidentiality

Communication skills

Organization

Deadline-driven

Education

Associate degree in HR/Accounting/Business Admin

Tools

UKG

ADP

Kronos

Workday

Oracle

Job description

Solmax is seeking a Payroll and Benefits Coordinator to support accurate and timely payroll processing and administer employee benefits. You will serve as a primary contact for benefit inquiries, enrollment, deductions, and related HR processes, while ensuring compliance and confidentiality.

The role requires 2–5 years of payroll/benefits experience, familiarity with multi-state payroll, and proficiency with HRIS systems such as UKG, ADP, Kronos, Workday or Oracle.