Payroll and Benefits Specialist

Frida

. Manage payroll processing through HRIS and ensure accurate, timely payment .

Posted 9/25/2026full-timeMiami • Florida • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in payroll processing, employee benefits administration, and HR compliance, with a strong focus on data accuracy and operational efficiency. Proficient in managing HRIS systems and collaborating with various stakeholders to support employee lifecycle processes.

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Payroll Processing ManagementEmployee Benefits AdministrationHRIS ExperienceFederal and State Employment Law KnowledgeAnalytical and Problem-Solving Skills

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Hard Skills

Payroll ProcessingEmployee Benefits Administration401(k) Program ManagementLeave Program AdministrationData ReconciliationHR ComplianceFull Cycle Payroll ManagementHR AuditsOperational Process ImprovementProject Management

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailCommunication SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsAccountabilityCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

HRISTriNetMicrosoft ExcelAsanaAI Tools

Industry Keywords

Human ResourcesPayroll RequirementsEmployment LawsCompliance ReportingEmployee Lifecycle Processes

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage payroll processing through HRIS and ensure accurate, timely payment
Process new hires, terminations, compensation changes, bonuses, deductions, reimbursements, and payroll adjustments
Review payroll data and reports and resolve discrepancies before processing
Coordinate year-end payroll activities, tax documentation, garnishments, reporting, and compliance requirements
Administer medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other employee benefits
Support benefit enrollment, qualifying life events, terminations, employee questions, annual renewal, and Open Enrollment
Liaise with HRIS, benefits broker, benefit carriers, employees, 401(k) providers, and external partners
Administer the 401(k) plan and reconcile contributions between HRIS and the 401(k) system
Administer FMLA, parental, disability, personal, and applicable state leave programs
Maintain leave records and track dates, documentation, and return-to-work timelines
Coordinate leave activity across TriNet, payroll, benefits, and carriers
Conduct recurring payroll and HR audits across employee data, compensation, PTO, benefits, employment status, and HR records
Maintain employee records, HR systems, and process documentation across TriNet, Vestwell, benefit carriers, and internal records
Support onboarding, offboarding, employee changes, handbook and policy updates, compliance reporting, employment verifications, unemployment claims, workers’ compensation, and audits
Improve, streamline, or automate recurring HR operational processes
Report to and work closely with the Senior Director of HR

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Psychology, or related field preferred
4+ years of Human Resources operations experience, including management of payroll, benefits, and HR operations processes
Working knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws, payroll requirements, and HR compliance
Experience administering employee benefits, 401(k) programs, leave programs, and employee lifecycle processes
Experience managing full cycle payroll processing
Experience working within HRIS, payroll, benefits, and vendor platforms; TriNet experience strongly preferred
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including identifying discrepancies, reconciling data, and resolving employee or system issues
Strong project management and presentation skills; experience using tools such as Asana
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong attention to detail and discretion with confidential employee information
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and AI tools, including ChatGPT and Claude
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with changing requirements and priorities
Ability to work independently, take accountability, and collaborate effectively