If you have payroll and benefits experience and the ability to work efficiently and accurately, this job offers you some great opportunities. You will:

• Play an important role in helping ensure a positive experience for our employees. 
• Enjoy broad exposure as you interact with employees, management, and vendors.
• Showcase your potential to take on new responsibilities and advance in a fast-growing company.
• Become part of a collaborative team with an upbeat, mission-driven culture in an attractive environment.
• Earn a competitive salary ($75K to $85K, depending on experience) and comprehensive benefits.

Centered Health serves as a healing resource for all ages, battling mental health, substance abuse, and eating disorders. Our diverse network of behavioral health treatment centers ensures that clients receive individualized, comprehensive care in the most appropriate setting. We are passionate about our mission to deliver effective mental health services that exceed expectations and enable our clients to lead healthy, happy lives. We're located in the Los Angeles area and have five premier treatment facilities located in Malibu, Moorpark, Agoura Hills, the Hollywood Hills and Culver City.

To be a good fit for the Payroll & Benefits Specialist opportunity, you will have:

• A high school diploma or GED; an associate's or bachelor's degree is preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in administering payroll and/or benefits. Quick question for you - click here
• 1+ years of ADP experience managing payroll and benefits. Quick question for you - click here
• An understanding of state regulations regarding payroll and benefits.
• A general understanding of human resources functions relevant to payroll and benefits.
• Experience producing reports.
• A demonstrated ability to translate technical information into language that is accessible to employees.
• Computer savvy and familiarity with payroll/benefits platforms and Microsoft Office. 
• A strong detail orientation.

Research shows that women and individuals from underrepresented backgrounds often apply to jobs only if they meet 100% of the qualifications. We recognize that it is highly unlikely that an applicant meets 100% of the qualifications for a given role. Therefore, if much of this job description describes you, then you are highly encouraged to apply for this role.

You will process payroll and administer benefits programs for employees. This will include handling various day-to-day tasks, including helping onboard new employees, coordinating open enrollment and ensuring regulatory compliance for payroll. Quick question for you - click here

Regarding payroll, your responsibilities will include:

• Processing payroll transactions accurately and on time.
• Employing best practices and contributing to process improvements.
• Preparing reports as requested.
• Handling employee verification.
• Tracking and processing all deductions, garnishments, etc.
• And more.

Regarding benefits, your responsibilities will include:

• Educating new employees about benefits. Quick question for you - click here
• Acting as a liaison between employees and vendors to answer questions and resolve issues.
• Providing input on optimal use of technology across several platforms.
• Performing monthly reconciliations.
• Coordinating reporting requirements for benefits.
• And more.

Note: This description is intended to give you a general overview of the position and is not an exhaustive listing of duties and responsibilities.

Pictured: Centered Health facilities are designed as private oases, offering clients a safe, warm and welcoming space for healing. Each center has professional staff that is dedicated to supporting clients every step of the way.