POSITION PURPOSE:

Grand Living is quickly becoming an iconic brand in hospitality, recognized for developing, marketing, and operating a national portfolio of upscale, luxury and resort-like senior living communities. Our focus is to maximize the potential of every life we touch by living our mission of creating an elegant community where our residents are surrounded by the highest standards of quality of service, environment, and care. If you are a person with strong leadership skills and have a deep compassion for and a desire to serve seniors and who thrives in a senior living environment, then we would like to hear from you.

The Payroll and Benefits Specialist will assist in managing the day-to-day operations of payroll processing and employee benefits administration. This role will involve ensuring accurate and timely payroll, administering benefits programs, and addressing team member questions and concerns related to compensation and benefits.

 

RESPONSIBILITIES

Overall, the Payroll and Benefit Specialist’s responsibilities will be focused on the following:

Payroll Administration:

Assist with processing payroll on a bi-weekly/semi-monthly basis, ensuring all team members are paid correctly and on time. Maintain accurate records of hours worked, overtime, deductions, and bonuses. Prepare payroll reports and reconcile discrepancies. Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local tax regulations, including filing and remitting payroll taxes. Assist with payroll inquiries and resolve employee payroll issues in a timely manner.

Benefits Administration:

Assist with administering team member benefits programs, including health insurance, retirement plans, life insurance, supplemental, and other offerings. Ensure proper enrollment and eligibility of team members for benefit programs. Assist team members with benefits selection and provide necessary guidance on benefits options. Coordinate with benefit vendors and resolve any issues with claims, coverage, or billing.

Compliance & Reporting:

Stay up to date with current payroll and benefits laws and regulations, ensuring compliance with FLSA, FMLA, ERISA, ACA, and other relevant legislation. Ensure timely and accurate filing of all payroll-related documents, including W-2s, 1095-Cs, and other required filings. Assist in audits of payroll and benefits programs and ensure proper documentation is maintained for compliance purposes.

Employee Communication:

Assist with managing the Payroll inbox and ensure timely responses on all matters. Function as a point of contact for team members regarding payroll and benefits questions. Provide support to team members during benefit enrollment, life events, and changes in payroll information. Educate team members on benefits offerings, including healthcare, retirement planning, and wellness programs.

Record Keeping and Data Integrity:

Maintain accurate payroll and benefits records in HRIS (UKG) and other systems. Ensure the confidentiality and security of all payroll and benefits-related information.

 

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (highly preferred). One (1) or more years of experience in human resources; preferably in a payroll and benefits administration capacity. Knowledge of payroll software and/or HRIS systems. Familiarity with payroll and benefits-related tax regulations. Strong attention to detail and critical thinking skills. Excellent organizational and communication skills. Ability to maintain confidentiality and manage sensitive information. Certification such as CPP (Certified Payroll Professional) or CEBS (Certified Employee Benefits Specialist) is a plus but not required. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint). Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines. Customer service-oriented with a solution-focused approach. 

 

BENEFITS

We offer competitive compensation and a full benefits package for full-time employees including 1) a generous Paid Time Off (PTO) program offering 120 hours of PTO in the first year, increasing to 160 hours in the second year, and continuing to build with length of service; 2) affordable insurance options for medical, dental, vision and more; 3) a 401(k) with a 4% company match on a 5% contribution (100% vesting at 12 months of service), 4) automatic life insurance and AD&D coverage for all team members with a robust employee assistance program (EAP). 

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

At Grand Living, our motto is "Your Life. Uniquely Embraced." We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating an inclusive and supportive environment for all, where our differences aren't just accepted, but celebrated.