Payroll and Benefits Coordinator

GPAC - White Plains, MD

Full-time

White Plains, MD

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

The Payroll and Benefits Coordinator will be responsible for managing payroll processing and benefits administration for a well-respected construction company. This role involves ensuring accurate and timely payroll for approximately 70 employees, handling various payroll-related tasks, and overseeing the administration of health insurance and 401k plans.

Responsibilities

• Process weekly payroll for approximately 70 employees.
• Compile hours from field personnel for payroll processing.
• Process Certified Payroll for applicable construction jobs.
• Make timely federal and state payroll tax deposits.
• Process and pay weekly garnishments.
• Prepare documents needed for insurance audits.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and year-end payroll tax returns including federal, state, and unemployment returns.
• Conduct general ledger account reconciliations.
• Prepare weekly payroll reports.
• Scan and file all payroll reports.
• Report new hires online.
• Administer company health insurance plans including enrollment, change requests, COBRA requests, payroll deductions, and monthly billing.
• Administer the company 401k plan including employee education and enrollment.
• Prepare year-end census information for 401k testing.
• Coordinate with TPA on employee distribution requests.

Requirements

• 5+ years of related work experience (preferred).
• Associate's Degree in Accounting (preferred).
• Experience in construction including certified payroll (preferred).
• Familiarity with payroll laws, taxes, and pay procedures.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• High-level organization skills with attention to detail and deadlines.
• Ability to think logically and solve problems.
• Maintain integrity and professionalism at all times.
• Handle confidential information with tact and discretion.
• Flexibility to work overtime/weekends as needed.