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Dynamis, Inc. · 3 weeks ago

Human Resources Specialist (Benefits and Payroll)

Washington, DC

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Dynamis is seeking a HR Specialist in Benefits and Payroll to administer federal benefits programs and provide counseling on retirement, health coverage, life insurance, and leave programs, while coordinating payroll-related actions. The role involves advising employees on various benefits, managing payroll processes, ensuring compliance with regulations, and facilitating audits.

ConsultingGovernmentInformation Technology

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Advise employees on FEHB, FEGLI, FERS, TSP, and leave policies

Process benefits elections and payroll adjustments

Coordinate retirement packages

Resolve employee benefit inquiries

Ensure compliance with DHS and OPM benefits regulations

Administer employee benefits programs, including health, dental, vision, life, disability, FSA/HSA, retirement, and leave programs

Manage open enrollment, employee eligibility, and benefit plan changes throughout the year

Serve as the primary point of contact for benefits-related inquiries and issue resolution

Collaborate with insurance brokers and benefit vendors to ensure smooth operations and service delivery

Coordinate benefits education sessions and communications to enhance employee understanding and engagement

Stay abreast of industry trends and best practices in human resources management and make recommendations for continuous improvement

Audit and maintain accurate benefit use and accruals. Facilitate audits by providing records and documentation to auditors

Reconcile benefits invoices and payroll deductions monthly, including COBRA enrollments and terminations, 403b contributions, FSA accounts and others

Manage and process bi-weekly payroll for all employees, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with federal, state and local laws

Maintain payroll records, deductions (for benefits, retirement, garnishments), and tax withholdings in accordance with legal requirements

Reconcile payroll accounts and collaborate with Finance on reporting, audits, and budgeting

Administer wage adjustments, retroactive pay, and off-cycle payments as needed

Ensure compliance with FLSA, IRS regulations, and other applicable wage and hour laws

Liaison with payroll vendors to ensure payroll tax returns are filed timely and maintain accurate payroll tax records

Review and update payroll-related policies and procedures for clarity and compliance

Assist People & Culture with onboarding/entry of the open enrollment processes for new employee benefits and payroll

Ensure all payroll and benefits programs comply with applicable laws (ACA, ERISA, COBRA, HIPAA, FMLA, etc.)

Prepare and file required reports such as ACA filings, 403(b) or 401(k) contributions, and benefits audits

Qualification

Employee Benefits AdministrationPayroll ManagementCompliance with RegulationsExcel SkillsCertified Benefits ProfessionalAnalytical SkillsCommunication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsProblem-Solving Skills