Payroll & Benefits Specialist (47676)

Payroll & Benefits Specialist (47676) Arlington, VA 22203 Apply Overview Salary Range $75,000.00 - $85,000.00 Salary Position Type Full Time Education Level 4 Year Degree Category Finance Apply Description About Capitol Bridge Health Services Capitol Bridge Health Services (CBHS) offers contact center solutions, services, staffing, and operational support within the health care industry. We are an SBA-certified woman-owned and HUBZone small business. CBHS is an employee-first company that has successfully placed thousands of people in meaningful and fulfilling positions, and we are driven to help build careers for our employees. We firmly believe that our teams drive the success of the company. With success in mind as the ultimate goal, we strive to create and provide an environment that offers challenging, stimulating, and financially rewarding opportunities. Job Description: Payroll & Benefits Specialist Location: Arlington, VA (100% On-Site Role) Position Type: Full-Time Salary : $75,000 - $85,000 Role Summary We are seeking a detail-oriented Payroll & Benefits Specialist to join our team in a hybrid capacity at our Arlington, VA office. This role is an excellent opportunity for a professional who possesses a high level of analytical rigor and a bachelor’s degree. You will serve as the technical bridge between payroll processing and benefits administration, ensuring data integrity across systems such as Unanet and Paycom while maintaining a seamless financial experience for our employees. Key Responsibilities Payroll Operations & Systems Backup Processing: Serve as the primary backup for full-cycle payroll processing to ensure consistent and timely employee compensation. Unanet System Management: Facilitate seasonal new hire onboarding by setting up new users, assigning them to the correct projects, and configuring their accrual plans for benefits such as sick paid leave and paid time off. Financial Adjustments: Accurately enter and update garnishments, process PTO payouts, and maintain Vacation Buy tracking. Labor Compliance: Assist with time sheet corrections and manage reassignment updates within Unanet, including specialized limited-service roles. Benefits Administration & Reconciliation Paycom Maintenance: Manage and update all employee benefit elections and data within the Paycom platform. Financial Auditing: Perform monthly benefits reconciliations, including HSA and FSA reconciliations for Non-SCA (Service Contract Act) employees. Vendor Coordination: Identify and resolve benefits variances by communicating directly with insurance vendors. 401k Integrity: Conduct regular audits to ensure 401k contribution percentages are correct and verify that new earnings codes calculate accurately within the system. Compliance Reporting: Prepare and manage Health & Welfare (H&W) and Leave of Absence (LOA) reporting. Qualifications & Requirements Education: Bachelor’s Degree required , preferably in Finance, Accounting, Human Resources, or a related business field. Excel Knowledge: Strong proficiency is required to handle complex reconciliations and data auditing. Attention to Detail: A high degree of accuracy is essential for managing payroll and benefit deductions. Technical Aptitude: Ability to quickly master specialized software. Prior experience with Unanet and Paycom is a significant preference but not required for a candidate with strong technical skills. Location: Must be able to commute to our Arlington VA office. Hybrid Work Schedule This position features a hybrid work arrangement, offering a balance of in-office collaboration in Arlington and the flexibility of remote work. Specific schedule expectations (e.g., 3 days in-office, 2 days remote) will be discussed during the interview process. Reasonable Accommodation If you require alternative methods of application or screening, please contact us directly. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Other duties may be assigned. EEO Statement Capitol Bridge Health Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions at CBHS are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Texting Notice We communicate with applicants via text in addition to email and phone. If you apply for this position, we may text you regarding your application or other relevant updates. You may opt out at any time.