Payroll & Benefits Assistant Full-Time Remote | US Central Time Hours

We are hiring a full-time remote Payroll & Benefits Assistant to support a large retail merchandising company based in the United States.

This role is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, organized, trustworthy, and comfortable working with confidential employee and payroll information. You will support payroll records, employee data updates, benefits administration tasks, payroll-related reports, and communication between HR, operations, and payroll partners.

This is a long-term remote position working US Central Time Zone hours.

Position Details

**Job Title:** Payroll & Benefits Assistant
**Work Setup:** Fully Remote
**Schedule:** Full-Time, US Central Time Zone
**Location:** Philippines-based remote applicants preferred
**Start Date:** Next Week

About the Role

The Payroll & Benefits Assistant will help ensure employee payroll information is accurate, complete, and updated on time. This position requires strong attention to detail, confidentiality, and the ability to follow established processes carefully.

You will work with web-based systems, employee records, payroll data, HR requests, and benefits-related information. You will also communicate with internal teams and payroll/PEO partners to help resolve discrepancies and keep processes moving efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

Payroll Support

* Maintain and update employee payroll records in company web-based systems
* Review employee status changes, transfers, address changes, and other employee information updates
* Verify employee records and identify discrepancies that need correction
* Confirm that pay rates are accurate and properly approved when changes are requested
* Coordinate with HR, operations management, and payroll/PEO representatives to ensure accurate payroll information
* Assist with employee withholding updates and payroll-related employee data
* Process approved MIA terminations as directed by Human Resources
* Review non-bill entries and check for duplicate or incorrect information
* Monitor live check lists and payment receipt communications
* Help file payroll reports, documents, and other required records
* Serve as a backup for payroll processing when needed

Benefits & Administrative Support

* Assist with administrative tasks related to employee benefits programs, including health, dental, vision, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, 401(k), and retirement plans
* Help maintain accurate benefits-related employee information
* Support communication between employees, HR, operations, and benefits/payroll partners
* Assist with daily mail distribution to the appropriate payroll or PEO contact
* Maintain organized files, reports, and employee documentation
* Support overflow paperwork and additional payroll, HR, or administrative projects as assigned

Required Qualifications

* Previous experience in payroll, HR administration, benefits administration, accounting support, or employee data management
* Strong attention to detail and accuracy
* Ability to work with confidential information professionally
* Comfortable using web-based systems, spreadsheets, and data entry tools
* Strong written English communication skills
* Reliable internet connection and a quiet remote work environment
* Ability to work US Central Time Zone hours
* Highly organized and able to follow processes consistently
* Comfortable asking questions when information is unclear or incomplete

Preferred Qualifications

* Experience supporting a US-based company
* Experience with payroll systems, HRIS platforms, or PEO processes
* Experience handling employee records, payroll updates, or benefits-related documentation
* Proficiency with Google Workspace, Microsoft Excel, or similar tools
* Experience in retail, staffing, merchandising, field operations, or distributed workforce environments

What We Are Looking For

We are looking for someone who is dependable, accurate, discreet, and process-driven. This role requires someone who can handle repetitive details without losing focus, protect confidential information, and communicate clearly with tea ---------- mbers.

The right candidate will be comfortable working behind the scenes to help payroll and HR processes run correctly and on time.

How to Apply

Please send the following:

1. Your updated resume
2. A short message describing your payroll, HR, benefits, or employee data experience
3. Your expected monthly salary
4. Confirmation that you can work full-time US Central Time Zone hours
5. The word **PAYROLL** in the first line of your application so we know you read the full post
6. A video introduction is a major PLUS!

Applications that do not include the requested information may not be reviewed.