Compensation & Benefits Specialist - Remote

Overview

The Compensation & Benefits Specialist is responsible for supporting payroll coordination, salary and wage adjustments, and employee benefits administration for Enterprise Management Solutions and the companies it contractually services. The role ensures that employee data in HRIS is accurate and that compensation actions are processed in alignment with internal procedures and state/federal wage laws.

In Short

• Assist in the preparation and review of payroll data for accuracy.
• Maintain compensation records in HRIS/payroll system.
• Track and enter deductions and earnings.
• Process benefits enrollments and changes.
• Educate employees about benefits offerings.
• Respond to payroll and benefit inquiries.
• Monitor compliance with wage laws.
• Reconcile benefits invoices.
• Maintain digital files of compensation actions.
• Support reporting requirements for audits.

Requirements

• Understanding of compensation policies and benefits administration.
• Proficiency with payroll and HRIS systems (e.g., Paycom, ADP).
• Excellent attention to detail and follow-through.
• Strong Excel and reporting abilities.
• Professional communication and customer service skills.
• Minimum 2 years of payroll and/or benefits experience.
• Ability to pass background and reference checks.
• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field preferred.
• Experience in healthcare or nonprofit settings preferred.
• Working knowledge of FLSA, ACA, and HIPAA requirements.

Benefits

• Ineligible for benefits package.