We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Administrator to join our team in Concord, North Carolina. In this role, you will be responsible for managing multi-state payroll for approximately 1,000 employees, ensuring compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations. Additionally, you will oversee benefits and retirement plan administration while delivering exceptional service to employees.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process full-cycle, multi-state payroll on a biweekly schedule, ensuring accuracy and compliance with relevant laws.<br>• Maintain accurate payroll records, including earnings, deductions, and tax data, while resolving discrepancies promptly.<br>• Administer payroll tax processes, such as withholding, reporting, and remittance, and manage year-end filings including W-2s.<br>• Ensure compliance with complex state regulations, including California wage and hour laws, and support internal and external audits.<br>• Oversee employee benefits programs, including health, dental, vision, life insurance, and leave programs, processing changes as needed.<br>• Administer the company's 401(k) plan, managing enrollments, contributions, loans, and distributions to ensure compliance.<br>• Reconcile payroll and benefits data, including general ledger entries and invoices, identifying and correcting discrepancies.<br>• Generate detailed payroll and benefits reports to support management and finance teams in decision-making.<br>• Coordinate annual nondiscrimination testing and audits for retirement plans in partnership with plan providers.<br>• Handle payroll-related inquiries from employees, providing timely and accurate resolutions.