Payroll and Benefit Admin. - 6 month Contract
Dallas, Texas • Contract • October 28, 2026 • 91338
Payroll & Benefits Administrator
Dallas, Texas | Full-Time | Human Resources
Position Overview
Our client, an established organization serving technical and industrial markets, is seeking an experienced Payroll & Benefits Administrator to oversee accurate payroll processing and support comprehensive employee benefits programs. This hands-on position is a key resource for Workday Payroll and Benefits, ensuring dependable employee service, strong controls, accurate reporting and compliance with applicable requirements.What You Will Do
- Process scheduled and off-cycle payroll in Workday, ensuring accurate earnings, taxes, deductions and timekeeping information.
- Manage payroll changes for new hires, separations, compensation, leave, garnishments and other employee events.
- Complete payroll audits, reconciliations, reporting and year-end W-2 support.
- Administer health, dental, vision, life, disability, retirement and other employee benefit plans.
- Manage enrollments, qualifying life events, benefits inquiries, carrier coordination and vendor invoices.
- Coordinate and support annual open enrollment and employee benefits communications.
- Maintain Workday Payroll and Benefits data and processes; contribute to testing, troubleshooting, reporting and system improvements.
- Help ensure compliance with applicable payroll, tax and employee-benefits regulations, including ERISA, ACA, COBRA and HIPAA.
- Partner with HR, Finance, employees and third-party providers to resolve issues and improve processes.
What You Bring
- Minimum 5 years of combined payroll and benefits administration experience.
- Minimum 3 years of experience with Workday Payroll.
- Strong knowledge of payroll processing, taxes, reconciliations and reporting.
- Experience administering health and welfare plans, retirement benefits and leave-related programs.
- Working knowledge of Workday HCM and Benefits and applicable payroll/benefits compliance requirements.
- Strong Excel, analytical, organizational and problem-solving skills.
- Clear communication, discretion in handling confidential information, and consistent attention to detail.
- Experience supporting multi-state payroll is preferred.
- A bachelor's degree in HR, Business, Accounting, Finance or a related field is preferred; equivalent experience will be considered.
Why This Opportunity
This role offers the opportunity to support critical payroll and benefits operations, work closely with cross-functional teams and contribute to improvements in the employee experience and HR systems.How to Apply
Please apply with an up-to-date resume highlighting your Workday Payroll experience, payroll scope and hands-on benefits administration responsibilities. Qualified applicants will be contacted regarding next steps.Our client is committed to fair and equitable employment practices. Employment decisions are based on role requirements and relevant qualifications.