Direct Hire Opening - Nonprofit organization in the Wallingford area needs a Payroll & Benefits Specialist, $25.00 - $35.00 hourly,

UKG experience a MUST

Payroll Administration

• Process weekly/bi-weekly payroll for ~200 employees, ensuring accuracy and timely submission in UKG
• Audit timekeeping, resolve discrepancies, and manage reimbursements and wage allocations
• Ensure compliance with payroll taxes, including quarterly (941) and year-end (W-2/W-3) filings

Benefits Administration

• Administer employee benefits programs and manage PTO accruals and retirement contributions (401k/pension)
• Support Worker's Compensation audits and ensure compliance with pension reporting requirements

Systems & Reporting

• Maintain payroll and timekeeping systems (UKG), ensuring data accuracy, compliance, and confidentiality
• Generate reports, perform data analysis, and support financial audits

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.