Payroll and Benefits Specialist

Company Description

Working at Knobelsdorff

Along with building state-of-the-art projects, we build meaningful careers, lasting opportunities, and teams of dedicated individuals who truly own their work. As a leading turnkey specialty contractor specializing in Automation, Electric, Energy, and Power Services, our team tackles challenging, cutting-edge projects that provide opportunities to build new skills, confidence, and gain valuable hands-on experience in a variety of different industries. We tackle industrial electrical installations, advanced automation systems, and renewable energy solutions.

Since our founding as a family-owned company in 1988, we've grown while staying true to our core values. Starting your career with Knobelsdorff means joining a culture that values your contributions, moves quickly, takes calculated risks, and celebrates team members who step up and own their work.

If you're ready to join a team where your voice matters, your growth is supported, and your impact is celebrated, Knobelsdorff (KE) is the place for you.

Job Description

If you thrive in a collaborative environment, pride yourself on your precision, and want to be part of a company that values your work, we want to hear from you! The Payroll and Benefits Specialist will play a key role in ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing, with a particular focus on Prevailing Wage Reporting. You'll collaborate with a skilled payroll team and contribute to our ongoing commitment to operational excellence.

Qualifications

What You'll Do:

Payroll Responsibilities:

- Manage end-to-end payroll processing, including data entry, calculations, and verification.

- Perform regular audits to guarantee data accuracy.

- Oversee timekeeping systems and processes to ensure accurate recording of employee work hours.

- Collaborate with HR to address any payroll-related compliance issues.

- Collaborate with Finance for accurate financial reporting.

Benefits Responsibilities:

- Oversee day-to-day administration of employee benefit programs, including health, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, FSA/HSA, and retirement plans.

- Act as a liaison between employees, benefits broker and benefits vendors to resolve issues and support enrollment, claims, and eligibility.

- Oversee the management of the benefits renewal process and annual open enrollment in partnership with brokers and providers.

- Ensure compliance with COBRA, HIPAA, ACA, ERISA, and other applicable laws and regulations.

- Maintain accurate and confidential records related to employee benefits.

- Educate employees on benefit offerings and changes and develop communication tools to enhance employee understanding and engagement.

What You Bring:

- Experience with Prevailing Wage Reporting

- 1-3 years of payroll experience

- Exposure to Procore, Viewpoint Spectrum and Traqspera software is beneficial

- Experience with ADP payroll processes

- Working knowledge of Excel, Outlook, and Word applications

- Proven experience as a Payroll Coordinator or in a similar role

- Strong understanding of payroll processes, tax regulations, and compliance

Additional Information

Total Rewards Statement

As a full-time employee at Knobelsdorff, you'll have access to a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, wellbeing, and future.

- 100% employer-paid health and dental coverage for employees

- HSA contributions to support your medical expenses

- Company-paid life insurance and disability coverage

- 401(k) with competitive company match

- Profit sharing and performance-based incentives

- Paid weekly with competitive wages

- PTO, six paid holidays, and education reimbursement

- Exclusive employee discounts through Working Advantage

The salary range for this position is $60,000 - $75,000 per year, which reflects a good-faith estimate based on market data and internal equity.

We believe your work should be rewarded with more than just a paycheck. At KE, we invest in your total wellbeing.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be provided for individuals with disabilities.

Typical requirements may include:

- Must be able to sit, stand, kneel, stoop, walk, and sit for long periods of time

Accessibility: If you need accommodations as part of the employment process, please contact Knobelsdorff Human Resources via email at HR@KEway.com.

EEO Statement

Knobelsdorff is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, citizenship, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, or local law.

We believe in hiring the best person for the job, period. If you’ve got the skills, work ethic, and mindset to Own It, you’ll find a place here.

- Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.

- EEO is the Law poster English– Spanish

- EEO is the Law Supplement poster English– Spanish

- Pay Transparency Policy Statement English

Knobelsdorff is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status.

- Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.

- EEO is the Law poster English– Spanish

- EEO is the Law Supplement poster English– Spanish

- Pay Transparency Policy Statement English