Payroll Specialist

 

LHH Recruitment Solutions have partnered with a  company located in Plymouth Meeting, PA . We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Payroll & Benefits Specialist to join our team. This role is responsible for managing payroll operations and benefits administration across multiple entities, including unionized environments. The ideal candidate will bring a strong understanding of payroll compliance, benefits coordination, and a proactive approach to process improvement.

Job Title: Payroll & Benefits Specialist
Location: Plymouth Meeting, PA (Onsite 4 days/week)
Salary: $50,000 – $65,000
Job Type: Full-time 

Key Responsibilities:

• Process and issue semi-monthly payrolls for multiple companies, vessels, and union groups

• Manage payroll deductions including 401(k), union dues, and FSA contributions

• Coordinate with Accounts Payable to ensure timely payments to benefit providers and unions

• Maintain employee records related to supplemental benefits, vacation travel pay, and union advances

• Monitor eligibility and enroll new hires in medical and 401(k) plans per union agreements

• Administer monthly payments for medical, dental, short-term disability, and life insurance

• Respond to employment verifications and unemployment inquiries

• Process bonuses and complete annual pension reports

• Conduct annual non-discrimination testing

• Recommend and implement improvements to payroll and benefits procedures

• Support ad-hoc financial projects as needed

Qualifications:

• Minimum 5 years of experience managing complex payroll, including unionized environments

• At least 3 years of experience in benefits administration

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel

• Strong knowledge of U.S. payroll tax and regulatory compliance

• Experience with ADP Workforce Now preferred

• Maritime industry experience a plus

• Must be able to work onsite in Plymouth Meeting, PA four days per week

Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs.  Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria.

Pay Details: $50,000.00 to $65,000.00 per year

Search managed by: Cassandra Coakley

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

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