Everstand · 11 hours ago
Payroll & Benefits Specialist
Baltimore, MD
Full-time
Onsite
Mid LevelEverstand is an independent, not-for-profit organization that serves over 1,000 children annually across 12 locations. The Payroll & Benefits Specialist will support finance operations, manage payroll and healthcare benefits, and collaborate with the health insurance broker to ensure efficient operations.
EducationFamilyHealth CareHospitalNon ProfitResidential
Responsibilities
Approaches concerns, challenges, and opportunities with empathy, attention to detail, active listening, and curiosity
Consistently models EVERSTAND’s core values: Safety, Empathy, Relationships, and Impact
Honor differences, acknowledge uniqueness, and amplify all voices
Collaborate with developing training and group experiences that strengthen Everstand’s commitment to staff wellness and belonging
Models the use of welcoming and respectful language
Consistently uses inclusive language in communication and documentation
Accurately process payroll to ensure all employees are compensated on time and in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations
Collaborate with HR and finance to identify and resolve payroll discrepancies
Payroll Data Analysis: Analyze Payroll data and provide insights that drive operational improvement
Proper recording of Payroll Journal Entries in SAGE (Proper GL, Cost centers, and grants)
Administer and coordinate employee healthcare plans, including medical, dental, vision, and flexible spending accounts (FSA), ensuring accurate enrollment and addressing any benefit-related inquiries
Analysis of Healthcare plans & Reporting
Maintain strict compliance with Affordable Care Act (ACA) Requirements, including ensuring accurate and timely annual reporting through ADP
Work closely with Everstand's health insurance broker (PSA), addressing inquiries regarding benefit plans, eligibility, enrollment, and policies
Evaluate and implement recommendations or changes to health insurance plans that best meet the organization’s needs
Follow HIPAA, State Regulations and organizational policies regarding data handling and communication
Maintain Strict confidentiality in handling sensitive information
Ensure Timely, confidential, and professional communication with team members and supervisors
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
Previous experience in payroll management, benefits administration, and financial reporting
Proficient in managing retirement plans 403(b), health insurance policies, and bonus tracking
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
Strong communication skills for effectively working with team members and external partners
Experience using modern payroll and financial software systems
Experience with ADP & Sage is a plus
Benefits
Accrue vacation at the rate of three weeks per year, plus two floating holidays to use, plus 10 paid holidays when Everstand is closed. That is over 30 days of time off per calendar year!
Paid sick and bereavement leave
Retirement plan with up to 3% match
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Additional voluntary and employer-sponsored benefits
Company
Everstand
Everstand is more than a name, it’s our commitment.
Founded in 1874
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase