Payroll and Benefits Administrator

Benefits Administration

• · Administer Sutton's employee benefit programs, including: o Medical Insurance o Dental Insurance o Life Insurance o 401(k) o SIMPLE IRA o Paid Time Off (PTO) o Sick Time o Paid Family Leave
• · Process employee benefit enrollments, changes, qualifying life events, and terminations accurately and within established deadlines.
• · Coordinate and administer the annual open enrollment process, including employee communications and required documentation.
• · Respond to employee questions regarding benefit eligibility, enrollment, coverage, and deductions.
• · Maintain accurate and confidential benefits records and documentation.
• · Coordinate with insurance carriers, benefit providers, and internal personnel to resolve enrollment, billing, and coverage issues.
• · Process and coordinate Workers' Compensation and Disability claims and maintain appropriate documentation.
• · Ensure benefits administration practices are consistent with company policies and applicable requirements.
• Accounts Payable Check Processing
• · Print and process accounts payable checks for all properties managed by Sutton.
• · Ensure checks are processed accurately and in accordance with established accounting procedures and schedules.
• · Maintain appropriate records and documentation related to check processing.
• · Coordinate with internal personnel as necessary to resolve discrepancies or processing issues.
• Required Skills & Qualifications
• · Previous experience in payroll administration, benefits administration, accounting, or a related field.
• · Working knowledge of payroll processing and payroll software; experience with Payentry is preferred.
• · Basic understanding of accounting principles and journal entries.
• · Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and the ability to work with spreadsheets and numerical data.
• · Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• · Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to meet recurring payroll and benefits deadlines.
• · Ability to identify, research, and resolve discrepancies and errors.
• · Ability to handle confidential employee and financial information with discretion and professionalism.
• · Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• · Ability to provide accurate, timely, and professional responses to employee and management inquiries.
• · Familiarity with federal and state payroll forms, including W-4 and W-9 forms, and an understanding of how applicable elections affect payroll processing.
• · Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively with Property Managers, employees, accounting personnel, benefit providers, and other internal stakeholders.

Benefits

• Pay Rate Range: $30.00 - $40.00 Depending on Experience
• Schedule: 5 Days a Week / 35 Hours Per Week

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, military or veteran status, domestic violence victim status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

We are committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination and harassment, and we encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds.