Payroll and Benefits Specialist
Payroll and Benefits Specialist Location: Sarasota, FL Schedule: Full‑time, standard business hours Salary: $70,000 – $75,000 Why This Payroll and Benefits Specialist Opportunity Stands Out Work for a 2025 Top Workplace with a strong people-first culture Strong benefits package including 401(k) match, paid insurance, wellness programs and more A positive and professional culture that has demonstrated stability and longevity for over 50 years On-site role offering collaboration, connection, and influence within the HR team Opportunity to lead open enrollment and benefits initiatives end-to-end High-visibility role partnering closely with the CHRO and senior leadership Broad ownership across payroll, benefits, HRIS, and compliance—not a narrow processing role Stable, well-established organization with long-term career security Key Responsibilities for the Payroll and Benefits Specialist Process and audit bi-weekly payroll for 300 employees, including sales commission and bonuses with full ownership of accuracy and compliance Payroll and Benefits Specialist will maintain HRIS data integrity, reporting, and payroll/benefit configurations Administer employee benefits programs, including enrollments, deductions, and vendor coordination Prepare compliance filings and support audits (ACA, 401(k), EEO-1, unemployment, workers’ comp) Generate payroll, benefits, and headcount reports for HR, Accounting, and leadership The Payroll and Benefits Specialist will serve as primary point of contact for payroll, benefits, HRIS, and leave-related inquiries Qualifications for the Payroll and Benefits Specialist 3–5 years of experience in payroll, HRIS, benefits, or a related analytical HR/finance role Hands-on experience with payroll processing and HRIS systems (UKG preferred) Exceptionally analytical, detail-oriented and structured Payroll and Benefits Specialist Experience supporting audits, compliance reporting, or regulatory filings
