Payroll & Benefits Specialist

Description We are looking for a Payroll & Benefits Specialist to join a Management Consultancy team in Clearwater, Florida on a Contract basis. This role will provide hands-on support to Human Resources during a leave coverage period, working closely with HR leadership in a fast-moving, detail-oriented setting. The assignment is expected to run for approximately one month, with the possibility of extension based on business needs.

Responsibilities:
• Manage end-to-end weekly payroll processing for multiple locations, ensuring wages, bonuses, retroactive payments, and other earnings adjustments are calculated correctly and submitted on time.
• Update and maintain employee payroll and benefits records, keeping information accurate and aligned with current HR data.
• Review benefit invoices and enrollment details to reconcile deductions, confirm eligible employee participation, and identify any inconsistencies.
• Coordinate with external providers and internal stakeh...