Job title: Payroll & Benefits Specialist (Part-Time)
Reporting to: US. People (HR) Director
Location: Lakeland, USA
The Opportunity
We are seeking a Payroll & Benefits Specialist (Part-Time) who will be responsible for the accurate and timely administration of payroll, benefits, and employee data, ensuring a seamless and compliant employee experience. This role is a key operational partner within the HR team, supporting payroll and benefits execution while maintaining data integrity and assisting with audit and compliance processes.
This is a part-time, hourly position focused on consistency, accuracy, and compliance in support of the employee lifecycle. Experience with Paylocity or similar HRIS/payroll systems is strongly preferred.
Schedule: Part-time (20–25 hours per week on average, with flexibility during payroll cycles)
What it’s like to work here
We’ve been making the world taste better since 1886 and sell over 3,000 products in more than 90 countries, but we’re only just getting started. We’re on an exciting journey and have ambitious plans to become the indispensable partner of choice for the world’s leading flavour and fragrance houses, beverage and consumer brands.
On joining Treatt, you’ll become one of over 300 international experts, working together to collectively surprise and delight our customers. Nothing is more important to us than the happiness of our people as without them, we’d never succeed.
We think Treatt’s a great place to work, but don’t just take our word for it:
“Everyone wants your feedback and opinion; it feels like a place of study where nurturing and encouragement are the standard. It is very clear the hard work that goes into providing excellence for customers, but it is also very apparent that managers have the same goals for helping us all to progress.” – Anita, Innovation Scientist
“Joining my close and supportive team was the most enjoyable way to gain more skills and increase my knowledge.” – Ashley, Distillation Control Team Leader
“Treatt creates an environment to help you be the best you can, with no two days the same and opportunities always available to help you learn and develop. The people and the culture create a fantastic company to be part of.” – Rebecca, Commercial Coordinator
What you’ll be doing
Payroll Administration
- Process payroll in coordination with internal teams and external vendors, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery
- Review payroll data including timekeeping, deductions, garnishments, taxes, and adjustments
- Research and resolve payroll discrepancies based on established processes, escalating complex issues as needed
- Maintain payroll records in accordance with company policies and legal requirements
- Support payroll-related audits by preparing required documentation and reports
- Follow established processes to maintain compliance with wage and hour laws and payroll best practices
Benefits Administration
- Support administration of employee benefits programs including enrollments, changes, and terminations
- Maintain benefits records and ensure accurate payroll deductions
- Support open enrollment, including system updates, employee communication, and vendor coordination
- Assist employees with benefit inquiries and coordinate with vendors for issue resolution
- Coordinate 401(k) plan processing, including contributions, reporting, and vendor communication
- Process and support administration of COBRA in coordination with vendors or third-party administrators
- Support benefits invoicing review and vendor coordination
Compliance, Audits & Reporting
- Prepare and maintain documentation for payroll, benefits, and compliance audits
- Support financial and internal audits related to payroll, benefits, and 401(k) processes
- Track and maintain compliance-related documentation and required employee notices
- Support unemployment claims administration and documentation
- Maintain required reporting related to employee data, benefits, and compliance based on established requirements
Employee Data & HR Systems Support
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee personnel files in accordance with company policies and recordkeeping requirements
- Ensure proper documentation is filed and retained for employee lifecycle events (hire, change, leave, termination)
- Enter and update employee data in HRIS systems in a timely and accurate manner
- Generate standard and ad hoc reports based on defined requirements
- Ensure data accuracy and completeness across HR and payroll systems
Leave Support (Administrative)
- Track leave of absence documentation and coordinate with third-party administrators
- Maintain records related to leave status and required documentation
General HR & Administrative Support
- Assist with onboarding administrative tasks including data entry and system setup
- Support benefits orientation logistics and employee communications
- Coordinate distribution of required employee notices and documentation
- Provide administrative support to HR processes and projects as needed
What we’re looking for
- 2–4 years of payroll, benefits, or HR administrative experience
- Hands-on experience processing payroll and administering benefits through an HRIS platform
- Experience with Paylocity strongly preferred; candidates who have independently processed payroll in Paylocity will be highly valued
- Experience with HRIS systems such as Paylocity, ADP, UKG, or similar platforms
- Working knowledge of payroll regulations, benefits administration, COBRA, and compliance requirements
- Experience supporting audits, reporting, and regulatory documentation
- High attention to detail and accuracy
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Ability to manage recurring deadlines and cyclical processes (payroll, open enrollment, audits)
- Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion
- Clear and professional communication skills
- Strong data entry, reporting, and documentation skills
- Ability to navigate and troubleshoot HRIS systems, with a preference for Paylocity experience
- Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field, or equivalent experience
Payroll or benefits certification preferred
What we’ll do for you
We offer an excellent package which includes a competitive salary, hybrid WFH schedule, and part-time vacation benefits.
With the encouragement and development you need, we help you become your ultimate you. Beyond building a successful career, we also support the wishes and ambitions of our staff outside of the office in achieving a healthy work/life balance. The wellbeing of our staff is paramount to us, and we actively promote and support this through a variety of wellbeing initiatives.
There are also opportunities to be actively involved in community and charity projects and to take part in numerous subsidized social events.
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Polite Notice
We politely request that we are not contacted by any recruitment agencies. We have a preferred supplier list and high volumes of speculative calls from agencies negatively impact the efficiency of our business. Please help us maintain the highest levels of customer service by respecting our wishes.