Benefits/ Payroll Coordinator- Temp

Notre Dame Health Care Center - Worcester, MA

Part-time

Remote - Worcester, MA

Nursing and Residential Care Facilities

About the position

The Benefits/Payroll Coordinator is a temporary, part-time role focused on administering employee benefits programs and processing payroll for over 300 employees at Notre Dame Health Care. This position requires a detail-oriented and proactive individual who will work closely with the HR and A/P departments to ensure accurate management of employee benefits and compensation in compliance with company policies and legal regulations.

Responsibilities

• Administer employee benefits programs, including health, dental, vision, life insurance, and retirement plans.
• Assist employees with benefits-related inquiries, claims, and enrollment.
• Ensure timely communication of benefits offerings, changes, and updates.
• Coordinate open enrollment processes and assist with plan selection.
• Process payroll for employees in a timely and accurate manner.
• Process employee status changes and respond to payroll inquiries from employees.
• Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local laws related to payroll and benefits administration.
• Prepare and submit reports related to payroll and benefits, and reconcile monthly benefit bills.
• Support the completion of audits, including internal audits or audits from regulatory agencies.
• File all employee documents within personnel files.
• Provide exceptional customer service to employees regarding payroll, benefits, and HR-related questions.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent required; associate degree or bachelor's degree preferred.
• 2+ years of experience in benefits administration, payroll processing, or related HR functions.
• Knowledge of benefits programs, payroll systems, and compliance regulations.
• Familiarity with HRIS and payroll software (e.g., Paylocity, ADP).
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive employee information.
• Effective communicator with strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Benefits

• Dental insurance