Payroll and Benefits Administrator (Consultant)
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Job Location:
Kansas City, KS - USA
Yearly Salary:
$ 60 - 70
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Payroll and Benefits Consultant
519 Southwest Blvd Kansas City MO 64108 USA
Full-time
e2E helps startups small businesses and nonprofits successfully grow to the next level by providing them with the strategic finance human resources and/or tax expertise they need to succeed; freeing them up to focus on the growth and profitability of their business.
To learn more about e2E visit our website at .
Summary Job Description:
The Payroll & Benefits Consultant is a client-facing HR and payroll expert responsible for managing optimizing and troubleshooting payroll processes and benefits programs across multiple clients. This role delivers accurate timely and compliant payroll while advising on best practices leading client onboarding and ensuring benefits administration aligns with client needs and regulatory requirements. The Consultant serves as a trusted advisor proactively identifying process improvements monitoring regulatory changes and providing tailored solutions to enhance both compliance and employee experience.
Responsibilities
Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned clients managing all payroll and benefits-related inquiries and service requests.
Process and review multi-state payrolls accurately and on schedule ensuring compliance with wage/hour laws tax regulations and internal controls.
Administer benefits programs including health dental vision retirement leave management (FMLA ADA PTO) and wellness initiatives.
Monitor and interpret changes in employment tax and benefits regulations; advise clients on necessary updates or process changes.
Perform payroll and benefits audits to identify discrepancies ensure accuracy and recommend corrective actions.
Maintain up-to-date documentation for payroll and benefits processes SOPs and client-specific workflows.
Collaborate with HR and accounting teams to ensure accurate payroll-related reporting reconciliations and general ledger entries.
Support open enrollment activities including system configuration employee communication and carrier coordination.
Prepare and distribute year-end payroll documents such as W-2s and ACA reporting ensuring compliance with filing deadlines.
Troubleshoot payroll system issues liaising with vendors and technical support as needed.
Ensure proper recordkeeping for all payroll benefits and compliance documentation in accordance with legal and company standards.
Partner with clients on process improvement initiatives to enhance accuracy efficiency and employee experience.
Core Competencies:
Payroll & Benefits Expertise: Deep understanding of multi-state payroll processing benefits administration and regulatory compliance.
Client Advisory Skills: Ability to provide strategic practical and proactive solutions for clients HR/payroll challenges.
Compliance & Risk Management: Skilled in identifying and mitigating payroll and benefits-related risks.
Process Optimization: Capable of improving workflows and implementing best practices.
Technical Proficiency: Adept at leveraging payroll/HRIS systems and related technologies.
Communication & Relationship Building: Builds trust with clients employees and internal teams through clear and professional communication.
Problem-Solving: Investigates and resolves payroll and benefits discrepancies effectively.
Project Management: Manages multiple clients deadlines and deliverables with accuracy and efficiency.
Skills Needed:
Proven multi-state payroll processing and benefits administration experience.
Strong knowledge of federal state and local wage/hour laws payroll taxation and compliance requirements.
Proficiency in payroll/HRIS platforms and Microsoft Office Suite.
Experience with client onboarding compliance audits and documentation standards.
Excellent analytical skills with the ability to identify trends and recommend solutions.
Strong written and verbal communication skills for client interaction and training delivery.
High attention to detail accuracy and data integrity management.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced consulting environment.
Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) SHRM-CP PHR or similar credential preferred.
Minimum 46 years of payroll and benefits administration experience preferably in a consulting or multi-client environment.
Benefits
Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
Comprehensive benefits package including healthcare and retirement plans.
Professional development opportunities and ongoing training.
Collaborative and innovative work environment.
Opportunity to work with diverse and exciting clients.
Company culture that values creativity initiative and growth.
Additional Information: All offers contingent on successful completion of background screen.
Required Experience:
Contract
Key Skills
- Sales Experience
- Microsoft Office
- Customer Service
- Communication skills
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft Word
- Business Management
- Benefits Administration
- Microsoft Excel
- Insurance Sales
- Customer relationship management
- Human Resources
About Company
Payroll and Benefits Consultant 519 Southwest Blvd, Kansas City, MO 64108, USA Full-time e2E helps startups, small businesses, and nonprofits successfully grow to the next level by providing them with the strategic finance, human resources, and/or tax expertise they need to succeed; f ... View more
