Payroll and Benefits Specialist

ABOUT REMOVERY 

Join us in our journey of normalizing tattoo removal around the world! Removery is an innovative, collaborative laser tattoo removal company. We take pride in our mission to make a real difference in people’s lives by supporting them as they embrace change through their tattoo removal journey. Our vision is to remain professional, genuine, and approachable while providing clinically proven, safe, and effective treatments that achieve results! Our teams feel privileged to play a role in empowering our clients to be victors. As such, Removery team members live by the values of Trust, Passion, Purpose, Focus and Effectiveness. Studio teams are highly trained and passionate about what they do. We strive to make it easy for those with unwanted tattoos to remove them - in the most accessible locations, with the best technology, in safe and comfortable environments and with studio teams who will support them throughout their journey.  We want to help our clients feel confident and good in their skin again!  

Removery was formed in 2019 through a merger of the four leading tattoo removal brands in North America. The underlying businesses have operated a combination of 20+ years and have performed more than 800,000 treatments, enabling us to offer clients an unrivaled treatment experience. Based in Austin, TX, Removery is the only scaled, pure play provider of laser tattoo removal services in the world. We use best in class technology utilizing the innovative PicoWay® laser equipment to remove tattoos safely and effectively. The foundation is in place to build a network of 400+ locations across the US, Canada, and Australia over the next 5 years. 

Position Overview: 

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Payroll and Benefits Specialist to join our People and Culture team at our headquarters office in Austin, Texas. The ideal candidate will be responsible for the accurate and timely processing of payroll, daily administration of employee benefits programs, and ensuring compliance with all applicable regulations. This role requires a strong understanding of payroll and benefits administration, excellent organizational skills, and a commitment to providing exceptional service to our employees. 

• Process bi-weekly payroll, ensuring accuracy and compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. 
• Collect, verify, and input employee time and attendance data. 
• Calculate and process payroll deductions, including taxes, garnishments, and voluntary deductions. 
• Prepare and distribute payroll reports, including summaries, tax filings, and other necessary documentation. 
• Resolve payroll discrepancies and address employee inquiries in a timely and professional manner. 
• Maintain accurate payroll records and ensure data integrity. 
• Process off-cycle payments as needed. 

• Administer employee benefits programs, including health insurance, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), and other voluntary benefits. 
• Manage enrollment, changes, and terminations of employee benefits in HRIS.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for employee benefits inquiries. 
• Coordinate and assist with employee benefits orientations and presentations. 
• Monitor file feed error reports, audit benefits invoices and reconcile discrepancies. 
• Ensure compliance with ERISA, COBRA, HIPAA, and other applicable benefits regulations. 
• Manage annual open enrollment processes. 
• Maintain accurate benefit records. 

• Stay up to date on federal, state, and local payroll and benefits regulations. 
• Open state and local payroll tax accounts and update existing accounts in ADP as necessary, monitoring agency notices and error reports.
• Prepare required documents for distribution by ADP (e.g., W-2, 1095, T-4). 
• Conduct internal audits to ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements. 
• Assist with external audits and provide necessary documentation. 
• Prepare and submit required reports to government agencies and insurance carriers. 

• Assist with onboarding and offboarding procedures related to payroll and benefits. 
• Responsible for employee file data accuracy in ADP related to payroll and benefits
• Assist with HR projects and initiatives as needed. 
• Maintain confidentiality of employee information. 
• Contribute to process improvements and efficiency initiatives. 

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS 

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Communications, Finance, Human Resources, or a related field from an accredited college or university (or equivalent professional experience) 
• At least one year of professional experience supporting the payroll function (at least three years of professional experience supporting payroll and employee benefits strongly preferred) 
• Excellent communication and organizational skills 
• Excellent interpersonal skills as this role will require you to work closely with others across different departments 
• Resourceful, a problem solver, self-motivated  

You will be part of a supportive and close-knit team and given the opportunity to perform purposeful work. Removery is proud to offer a competitive salary, based upon experience, in tandem with a competitive benefits package including: 

• Comprehensive voluntary Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage - Removery picks up most of the cost!
• $50,000 in Life Insurance, at no cost to you, with the option to purchase more for yourself and your dependents
• Additional optional coverages such as Short and Long-term disability, Flexible Savings Accounts, etc.  
• 3 weeks of paid time off for new employees (accrued and pro-rated for partial year), tenured employees earn more
• Eight (8) company-paid holidays for new employees, tenured employees earn additional floating holidays
• Full time employees receive 8 hours of paid volunteer time per year 
• 401(K) Retirement plan with generous company match 
• Referral Bonus Program 
• Employee Assistance Program – benefits to help you manage work-life balance 
• Collaborative work environment with an amazing culture, committed to diversity and inclusion  
• Ongoing training and opportunities for advancement with a growing global company

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, religion, creed, sex, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, political affiliation, or any other non-job-related factors. We value diversity and are committed to building a team that values an inclusive culture that represents a global perspective of experiences, skills, backgrounds, and expertise.