Payroll & Benefits Specialist in New Britain, CT at Accounting Now

Job Description

SNI has partnered with a reputable music company in Hartford County looking for a Payroll & Benefits Specialist to join their growing team. 

Responsibilities:

Payroll:

• Process biweekly, multi-state US payroll.

• Review and validate timesheet changes with managers.

• Collaborate with HR on employee changes and resolve schedule issues.

• Process wage garnishments and complete documentation.

• Ensure accuracy and integrity of payroll, analyze variances.

• Support new state payroll tax setup.

• Validate vacation and personal time balances.

• Produce and analyze Excel reports.

• Assist with year-end preparation (W2, 1095-C) and compliance reporting.

• Conduct regular payroll audits.

• Process Canadian payroll as needed.

Benefits:

• Administer benefits and retirement programs (medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, 401(k)).

• Verify and process qualifying event changes and COBRA administration.

• Reconcile monthly group insurance invoices.

• Provide support during annual Open Enrollment.

Requirements:

• 3-5 years proven experience as payroll specialist, with a good understanding of year-end reporting.

• Proven experience managing the Company's benefits offering; including enrollment of new employees, open enrollment, reconciliation of invoices, etc.

• Experience working with employees in multiple states (Connecticut, California, New York, is a plus)

• Experience with HRIS (Ceridian Dayforce is a plus)

• Experience with wage attachments and garnishments

Benefits include:

• Group Insurance Benefits: Health & Dental, Vision, Life, Critical Illness, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability.

• Wellness Incentive Program, and an Employee Assistance Program.

• 401K matching program.

• Work-life balance is key: Flextime, summer hours, paid vacation, personal time off, and a paid day off dedicated to Diversity and Inclusion.