Payroll & Benefits Administrator

Payroll & Benefits Administrator

Company Summary

LCPtracker Inc. is a cloud-based software (SaaS) provider specializing in labor compliance for public works construction projects. LCPtracker has offices in New Braunfels TX Orange CA and Fenton MI and helps government agencies and prime contractors meet Davis-Bacon/prevailing wage compliance requirements on projects backed by federal state and/or local funding. Thousands of clients and over 100000 contractors use LCPtracker for their certified payroll and construction site compliance needs. LCPtracker has been recognized year after year since 2017 as one of the Best Places to Work in Orange County by the Orange County Register.

Position Summary

LCPtracker is seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Payroll & Benefits Administrator to join our Human Resources team. This role is responsible for ensuring the accurate and timely processing of payroll and supporting the administration of employee benefits programs. The Payroll & Benefits Administrator serves as a key resource for employees regarding payroll benefits and related compliance matters while maintaining the highest level of confidentiality and accuracy.

This position works closely with Human Resources Finance and Accounting to ensure payroll and benefits processes are administered efficiently and in compliance with applicable federal state and local regulations. While payroll and benefits administration are the primary responsibilities additional HR-related duties may be assigned as business needs require including onboarding recruiting support HR coordination and special projects.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Payroll Administration

• Process bi-weekly payroll for hourly and salaried employees.

• Review validate and audit payroll data including hours worked earnings deductions taxes and benefit contributions.

• Research and resolve payroll discrepancies timekeeping issues and employee payroll inquiries.

• Ensure payroll records are accurate and maintained in accordance with company policies and legal requirements.

• Prepare payroll reports reconciliations and related documentation.

• Support year-end payroll activities including W-2 preparation and auditing.

Benefits Administration

• Administer employee benefit programs including medical dental vision life insurance disability plans and retirement benefits.

• Process benefit enrollments terminations and qualifying life event changes.

• Maintain employee benefit records and ensure data accuracy within HRIS systems.

• Serve as the primary point of contact for employee benefit questions and issue resolution.

• Coordinate with benefits brokers and vendors regarding eligibility billing and plan administration.

Compliance and Reporting

• Ensure compliance with federal state and local payroll and benefits regulations.

• Conduct payroll and benefits audits to maintain data integrity and compliance.

• Assist with reporting requirements and documentation related to payroll benefits and HR compliance initiatives.

• Maintain confidentiality of employee payroll compensation benefits and personnel information.

HR Support

• Assist with HR projects and process improvement initiatives from planning through implementation.

• Support onboarding and offboarding processes as needed.

• Provide administrative support for HR programs recruiting activities and employee communications.

Other Duties: Pleasenotethis job description is not designed to cover orcontaina comprehensive list of activities duties or responsibilities that arerequired ofthe employee for this job. Duties responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Core Competencies

• Confidentiality and Integrity: Maintains strict confidentiality of sensitive employee payroll and benefit information while adhering to company policies and professional standards.

• Communication: Communicates clearly and professionally with employees managers vendors and external partners. Demonstrates excellent customer service and responsiveness.

• Time Management: Effectively prioritizes workload and meets deadlines in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities.

• Technical Proficiency: Demonstrates strong proficiency in HRIS payroll software Microsoft Office applications and benefits administration systems.

• Initiative and Accountability: Proactively identifies opportunities for improvement takes ownership of responsibilities and follows through on commitments.

• Problem Solving: Analyzes issues identifies root causes and implements effective solutions while exercising sound judgment.

• Quality and Accuracy: Maintains a high level of accuracy and attention to detail while ensuring compliance and data integrity.

Work Environment

This position performs its duties from theNew Braunfels TX office. The role operates in a professional office environment and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers phones mobile devices and related technology.

Physical Requirements

While performing the functions of this job the employee is regularly required to sit; frequently required to talk and hear use hands and fingers to type scroll and use computer equipment. The employee is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer and multiple screens; extensive reading; visual inspection of text/data in both print and electronic forms.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

This is afull-time non-exemptposition. Days and hours worked are dependent on business needs and workload. General availability during regular business hours Monday through Friday is expected. Based on the candidate and /or position a hybrid work arrangement may be considered; howevera minimum of three (3) or more days per week in the office is requiredto support executive collaboration leadership presence and cross-functional engagement. Some flexibility is allowed. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.

Travel

There is no major travel requirement for this position. However infrequent travel may be necessary to visit remote office(s) attend conferences/industry events etc. Attendance at our corporate Staff Retreat is required. This event is a 2-3-day retreat. Attendance at our annual User Conference as assigned.

Salary Range

This is an hourly paid position. The hourly rate is between $29.00 - $33.00 per hour. Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors including market location job-related knowledge skills and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.

Benefits

Along with competitive pay as a full-time LCPtracker employee you are eligible for the following benefits:

• Paid Time Off

• 10 Paid Holidays

• Phantom Stock

• 401k Plan with up to 4% company match

• Medical Benefits (Health Vision and Dental)

• Life Insurance (company paid)

• Long-Term Disability and Short-Term Disability (company paid)

• Employee discounts andperksprogram

LCPtracker participates in the E-Verify Program. E-Verify is an internet-based system operated by the Department of Homeland Security and the Social Security Administration. It allows employers to confirm an individuals employment eligibility to work in the United States. View the attached notices available in English and Spanish for important information regarding the E-Verify program. E-Verify Notice (PDF); Right to Work Notice (PDF)

LCPtracker Inc. is an equal opportunity employer of all qualified individuals including minorities women veterans and individuals with disabilities and regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity. LCPtracker Inc. will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all federal state and local ordinances.

LCPtracker is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified keeping with our commitment LCPtracker will take steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process to perform the essential functions of the position and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment please contact the LCPtracker Human Resources Department at

Education and Experience

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of three (3) years of payroll administration experience.

• Minimum of three (3) years of HR payroll benefits or related administrative experience.

• Experience processing payroll for 200 employees.

• Working knowledge of payroll taxes wage and hour laws and benefits administration.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Excel.

• Strong organizational analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent interpersonal communication and customer service skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate degree in Accounting Finance Human Resources Business Administration or a related field.

• Experience with Paycom or a similar HRIS/payroll system.

• California Payroll Experience

• Experience supporting multi-state payroll operations.