Payroll & Benefits Administrator
Location
Tampa, Florida, United States
Work type
Onsite
Employment
Full Time
Experience
3-5 years
Compensation
Compensation not disclosed
Posted
5h ago
Summary and responsibilities
Role overview
Summary
The Payroll & Benefits Administrator is responsible for the accurate, timely, compliant, and confidential administration of ZooTampa’s bi-weekly payroll and employee benefits programs. This role involves managing payroll and HRIS records, overseeing payroll tax and compliance reporting, and serving as the primary resource for employee inquiries.
Payroll & Benefits Administrator
Position Summary
ZooTampa is seeking a detail-oriented Payroll & Benefits Administrator to ensure the accurate, timely, and confidential administration of bi-weekly payroll and employee benefits. This role is responsible for payroll processing, HRIS maintenance, benefits administration, compliance reporting, and providing outstanding support to employees on payroll and benefits-related matters.
Key Responsibilities
Payroll Administration
Process accurate and timely bi-weekly payroll for all employees.
Maintain payroll and employee records within HRIS and payroll systems.
Administer timekeeping systems and audit employee timecards.
Manage PTO and wellness leave balances.
Process payroll deductions, garnishments, and authorized withholdings.
Prepare payroll tax filings and year-end documents (W-2, W-3, 1095) through Paycor.
Ensure compliance with payroll laws, policies, and recordkeeping requirements.
Benefits Administration
Administer health, retirement, and voluntary benefit programs.
Coordinate new enrollments, qualifying life events, COBRA, and Open Enrollment.
Maintain benefits records and payroll deductions.
Reconcile benefit invoices and coordinate payments with Finance.
Serve as the primary contact for employees and benefit vendors.
Generate reports, support audits, and recommend process improvements.
Ensure compliance with applicable benefits laws and regulations.
Compliance & Reporting
Prepare and submit EEO-1 and other required workforce reports.
Respond to unemployment claims, employment verifications, and regulatory requests.
Support payroll, tax, and benefits audits.
Maintain confidential employee records in accordance with privacy and retention requirements.
Identify opportunities to improve payroll, benefits, and HRIS processes.
Human Resources Support
Prepare employee ID badges and recognition items.
Process payroll-related recognition entries.
Provide administrative support to the HR team.
Respond to employee payroll and benefits inquiries.
Participate in HR projects and perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education & Experience
High school diploma or GED required; Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.
3–5 years of payroll, benefits, or HR experience.
Experience with HRIS, payroll, and electronic timekeeping systems; Paycor experience preferred.
Experience with payroll tax filings, year-end reporting, and government compliance reporting preferred.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge of payroll administration, payroll taxes, wage and hour laws, and employee benefits.
Familiarity with FLSA, FMLA, ADA, ACA, COBRA, HIPAA, ERISA, Section 125, and EEO reporting requirements.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail.
Excellent communication, customer service, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, maintain confidentiality, and exercise sound judgment.
Demonstrated integrity, accountability, and commitment to accuracy.
Physical Requirements
Ability to sit for extended periods while performing computer-based work.
Ability to operate standard office equipment.
Effective communication in person, by phone, and in writing.
Availability to work occasional evenings, weekends, or special events as needed.
Updated 5h ago
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Experience
3-5 years
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Employment
Full Time
Contract duration
Permanent
Hiring type
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Compensation
Compensation not disclosed
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Company
ZooTampa at Lowry Park
Team size
Growing team
Location
Tampa, Florida, United States
ZooTampa at Lowry Park is one of the most popular zoos in the southeastern U.S., with over 1.2 million visitors annually. We have grown to what now encompasses 56 acres of naturalistic animal exhibits in a lush, tropical garden setting. The Zoo, accredited by Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA), offers popular educational programming, fun recreational amenities, up-close animal encounters and engaging seasonal events for which it has won awards as one of the country’s most family-friendly zoos. Our mission is to rescue, rehabilitate and care for animals; create exceptional personalized experiences that connect people with wildlife and each other in fun, immersive ways. Our vision is that everyone we touch is motivated to join us in taking action to protect and preserve wildlife.
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Payroll & Benefits Administrator
Tampa, Florida, United States • Full Time