Payroll and Benefits Specialist

Knobelsdorff Enterprises

Payroll and Benefits Specialist

Goodhue, MN
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Job Description

    This role supports the Finance and HR teams by managing the accurate and timely processing of payroll and employee benefits. You’ll be responsible for executing key payroll operations, overseeing compliance requirements (including Prevailing Wage Reporting), and providing support for benefit administration. Success in this role means delivering accurate, on-time payroll and ensuring a seamless benefits experience for employees—all while upholding KE’s commitment to Safety, People, Passion, and Performance. If you're someone who takes pride in doing things the right way and thrives in a fast-moving environment, this position is built for you.

    What You’ll Do

    You’ll be part of a team that gets things done, works with purpose, and takes pride in the results. Your day-to-day responsibilities may include:

    • Manage end-to-end payroll processing, including data entry, calculations, and verification
    • Ensure payroll compliance with federal, state, and local regulations and company policies
    • Support Prevailing Wage Reporting and related documentation
    • Oversee timekeeping systems; investigate and resolve discrepancies
    • Perform audits to guarantee payroll data accuracy
    • Collaborate with HR to resolve payroll-related compliance issues
    • Respond to employee payroll inquiries with professionalism and accuracy
    • Maintain organized, confidential payroll and benefits documentation
    • Administer employee benefits programs (health, dental, vision, life, disability, FSA/HSA, 401k, etc.)
    • Support open enrollment and benefit renewals in collaboration with brokers and vendors
    • Ensure benefits compliance with COBRA, HIPAA, ACA, ERISA, and other laws
    • Educate employees about benefit offerings and help improve benefit communications
  • Qualifications

    Qualifications

    What You Bring

    You’re someone who shows up ready to work hard, learn fast, and contribute to a team that takes pride in doing things right. Successful candidates typically bring:

    • 2–3 years of payroll experience, including exposure to ADP systems
    • Experience with Prevailing Wage Reporting
    • Working knowledge of Excel, Outlook, and Word
    • Experience with Procore, Viewpoint Spectrum, and Traqspera software (preferred but not required)
    • Ability to work independently and collaboratively across departments
    • Strong attention to detail, organization, and communication skills
    • Understanding of payroll tax laws and regulatory compliance
    • Prior experience with benefits administration is strongly preferred

    Additional Information

    Pay Range

    We believe in paying for the value you bring to the team, and we aim to be competitive in every market we hire in.

    Pay Range: $60,000 – $75,000 per year plus discretionary incentive opportunities

    Total Rewards Statement

    As a full-time employee at Knobelsdorff, you'll have access to a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, wellbeing, and future.

    • 100% employer-paid health and dental coverage for employees
    • HSA contributions to support your medical expenses
    • Company-paid life insurance and disability coverage
    • 401(k) with competitive company match
    • Profit sharing and performance-based incentives
    • Paid weekly with competitive wages
    • PTO, six paid holidays, and education reimbursement
    • Exclusive employee discounts through Working Advantage

    We believe your work should be rewarded with more than just a paycheck. At KE, we invest in your total wellbeing.

    Physical Requirements

    The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be provided for individuals with disabilities.

    Typical requirements may include:

    • Ability to sit, stand, walk, kneel, or stoop for extended periods
    • Use of hands and fingers to operate computer systems or file documentation
    • Lifting or carrying materials up to 25 pounds

    Accessibility: If you need accommodations as part of the employment process, please contact Knobelsdorff Human Resources at 651-923-4970 or via email [at HR@KEway.com](mailto:at HR@KEway.com).

    Equal Opportunity Employer

    Knobelsdorff is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, citizenship, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, or local law.

    We believe in hiring the best person for the job, period. If you’ve got the skills, work ethic, and mindset to Own It, you’ll find a place here. If you need accommodation during the hiring process, let us know and we’ll work with you.

    Knobelsdorff is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status.

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  • Compensation
    $60,000-$60,000 per year