Payroll & Benefits Coordinator

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Costa Rica.

📋 Description

• Assist in the bi-weekly payroll processing of the company, ensuring precision in recorded hours, deductions, and tax withholdings.

• Review and validate timesheet submissions, engaging with employees and managers to address any discrepancies.

• Perform data entry for new hires, terminations, salary modifications, and direct deposit updates within the HRIS/payroll system.

• Support the administration of daily employee benefits programs, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and life insurance.

• Aid in the onboarding process for new hires into benefits systems and assist in coordinating the annual Open Enrollment period.

• Address day-to-day employee inquiries regarding benefits coverage, claims, and system navigation with a customer-service approach.

• Assist in the management of various leave programs (FMLA, short-term/long-term disability, parental leave, and PTO tracking).

• Maintain precise and confidential employee records, ensuring data integrity within our HRIS in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.

• Help with routine compliance tasks, audits, and reporting as directed by the Senior Manager.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).

• 0–2 years of experience, preferably with exposure to HR, payroll, or accounting.

• Outstanding organizational skills with a strong emphasis on accuracy.

• A general understanding of payroll practices and employee benefits concepts.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office & Google Suite applications (especially Excel/Sheets).

• Familiarity with HRIS/Payroll systems (e.g., ADP, Workday, Paylocity, BambooHR) is a significant advantage.

• Ability to manage highly sensitive and confidential employee information with utmost integrity.

• Strong, empathetic written and verbal communication skills.

🏝️ Benefits

• Comprehensive Medical Plans - we’ve got you covered!

• Take-What-You-Need Time Off.

• LSA (Lifestyle Spending Account) with Compt.

• Volunteer Time Off.

• Birthday Time Off.

• Generous parental leave benefits for both birthing and non-birthing parents.

• Access to Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs).

• Remote work environment.