WEP Clinical · 1 month ago
Payroll and Benefits Specialist
Morrisville, North Carolina, US
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
3+ years expWEP Clinical is a mission-driven organization dedicated to advancing clinical research and transforming lives. They are seeking a Payroll and Benefits Specialist responsible for ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing and administering employee benefits programs across a multi-state workforce.
BiotechnologyInformation TechnologyPharmaceutical
Responsibilities
Administer the full-cycle payroll process for employees and contractors in Paychex Flex, ensuring accuracy, timely processing, and compliance across multiple U.S. states
Maintain accurate payroll data including new hires, terminations, compensation changes, contractor hours, and benefits updates
Monitor and ensure multi-state payroll compliance, including tax setup, withholdings, state TIN registrations, and review of payroll tax filings
Process payroll adjustments such as deductions, reimbursements, bonuses, and leave-related pay, and reconcile payroll data with HR and Accounting
Respond to payroll inquiries with professionalism and confidentiality while staying current on evolving regulations and best practices
Manage the employee benefits lifecycle including enrollments, QLEs, terminations, and updates across benefits platforms
Reconcile benefits deductions, audit carrier invoices, administer HSA/401k contributions and leave-of-absence or disability programs, and prepare related reports
Support annual Open Enrollment, employee communications, and serve as a point of contact for benefits questions, escalating complex issues when required
Maintain benefits documentation and coordinate with brokers to ensure compliance with ACA, ERISA, and other regulatory requirements
Qualification
Required
Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
3-5 years of payroll administration experience, including multi-state payroll processing
Proficiency in Paychex Flex and experience with BambooHR OR similar HRIS/timekeeping systems
Solid understanding of federal and state payroll tax compliance, including managing state TIN registrations
Familiarity with both employee and 1099 contractor payroll processes
Experience administering employee benefits programs and supporting compliance (e.g., ACA, COBRA, ERISA)
Strong verbal and written communication skills, analytical and organizational skills, and attention to detail
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel, and ability to maintain confidentiality
Preferred
FPC (Fundamental Payroll Certification) or CPP (Certified Payroll Professional)
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance, FSA, HSA
Voluntary short-term and long-term disability insurance
Voluntary life insurance
401K safe harbor plan and company match
Paid vacation, holiday, and sick time
Paid maternity & paternity leave
Company
WEP Clinical
WEP Clinical is a specialist pharma services company that works with drug developers.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
TJC
2021-11-17Private Equity
Leadership Team
Robert Goodman
Chief Commercial Officer (CCO)
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