Payroll & Benefits Administrator
Payroll & Benefits Administrator
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$ 55000 - 62000
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Job Description
Position Summary
The Payroll & Benefits Administrator is an integral member of OTSLs Administration & Finance department responsible for processing the companys year-round and seasonal payroll maintaining payroll records and files and managing the administration of the companys benefits program.
Duties and Responsibilities
Essential Responsibilities:
Payroll & Benefits Administration
Process bi-weekly and multi-state seasonal weekly payrolls in a timely manner assuring accurate documentation pay rate benefit eligibility deductions garnishments assigned schedule budget codes leave accruals and any other payroll items; (OTSL currently utilizes Paychex for payroll processing.)
Maintain current and accurate payroll records for all employees including but not limited to new hires terminations salary changes and deductions. Onboard all new employees into the payroll system accurately and completely including position pay rate tax information deductions and withholdings.
Process all contracts ensuring accurate entry into the payroll system and tracking of payments.
Process and submit all union pay according to respective collective bargaining agreements including withholdings pension etc. Maintain clear and accurate records of all union related filings.
Collaborate with Human Resources regarding new employees to address any questions concerning compensation benefits effective dates etc. and to coordinate employee termination and other employment changes.
Complete all requests for employment verification payroll garnishment unemployment claims and all payroll related filings.
Act as primary liaison to payroll and benefits vendor(s) and providers.
Perform the role of 401(k) Plan Administrator and be responsible for all related duties.
Coordinate the administration and maintenance of the various employee benefit programs including managing open enrollment periods communicating all benefit information to the appropriate benefits provider and accurately coding all benefits related payments.
Serve as a primary contact for employee payroll and benefits-related questions providing internal customer service of the highest quality;
As required conduct research create reports and provide information to the Controller and Director of Administration & Finance about payroll information employee benefit programs and usage and other related areas.
Additional Accounting Duties
Assist with additional accounting duties as assigned including:
Prepare journal entries related analysis and data entry.
Process deposits and perform account reconciliations as assigned.
Assist with audit schedule preparation as requested.
Non-Essential Responsibilities
Attend organizational events as requested;
Attend staff meetings and department meetings;
Participate in special seasonal projects and other duties as required.
Required Skills Experience Qualifications
Associates degree in accounting or related field;
2 or more years of relevant experience; or a satisfactory combination of education experience and training which demonstrates knowledge skills and abilities to perform duties;
Strong payroll and benefits administration experience.
Experience with multi-state tax filings
Experience with third-party payroll management systems such as Paychex / Paychex Flex preferred.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience with at least one accounting package.
Experience working with union payroll preferred.
Ideal Candidate Profile
The ideal candidate will have:
A strong attention to detail and accuracy in processing payroll and administering benefits
Excellent organizational and time management skills to handle multiple payroll cycles and deadlines
Ability to manage multiple projects with overlapping deadlines;
An eye for problem solving and process-improvement;
Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
Desire to work as a team player.
Continuous learning mindset to stay updated with changes in payroll and Benefits management practices.
Compensation
This is a full-time non-exempt position.
$55000-$62000 annual salary
Robust benefits package including health insurance open PTO policy 401k match and more.
Opera Theatre has a flexible work policy which allows for some hybrid work and asynchronous schedule arrangements based on position and other factors.
Apply:
Applicants for the position are asked to submit a resume along with a cover letter that describes their interest in the position and outlines their relevant experience and qualifications.
Application Deadline: September 25 2025
While we encourage submissions by this date for full consideration the position will remain open until filled.
About Opera Theatre of Saint Louis
Opera Theatre of Saint Louis (OTSL) is a nationally recognized nonprofit organization known for innovative productions featuring outstanding young artists. The company offers a festival opera season each spring which attracts ticket buyers from zip codes throughout the metropolitan area as well as visitors from nearly 50 states and multiple countries. As of 2025 OTSL has presented 45 world premieres which may be the highest percentage of new work in the repertory of any American addition to the spring Festival Season OTSL operates year-round education and community programs serving nearly 17000 local children and adults.
Opera Theatre of Saint Louis has a year-round artistic and administrative staff of approximately 45 which grows to nearly 500 during the Festival Season. Several hundred volunteer members of the Opera Theatre Guild provide support for all aspects of Opera Theatres work and advocate for the company throughout the greater St. Louis community. The companys annual budget size is approximately $12 million; contributed revenue represents more than 50% of budget.
At Opera Theatre of Saint Louis we value equity diversity and mutual respect. We strongly encourage people of color LGBTQ individuals women people with disabilities and others who have been historically excluded to apply. Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative of our community. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
OTSL will not discriminate against employees or applicants on the basis of race color religion or belief; national social or ethnic origin; age; sex sexual orientation gender identity and/or expression; physical mental or sensory disability; family or parental status; genetic information or characteristics; protected veteran status; or any other protected class under federal state or local law. OTSL will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.
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Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
