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Payroll Specialist

Benevis

Atlanta, GA · Posted October 12, 2026

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About the job

Overview

Atlanta Hybrid: 3 days in the office and 2 days remote per week

Work for a company that is truly making the world a happier place, one smile at a time! At Benevis, we create over a million smiles a year in the communities we serve and believe that every person deserves access to quality, affordable dental care. This mission drives everything we do. With over 2,000 employees in offices across the country from clinical to support staff - we are united in our mission to create happy, healthy smiles through providing high quality dental care in a fun, compassionate environment. Are you ready to join us in creating our next million smiles? We have JUST the opportunity for you.

The Payroll Specialist is responsible of preparing and processing all payroll activities for corporate and clinical team members and ensuring the timely and accurate payment of employee wages.

Responsibilities

Process bi-weekly payroll s including off-cycles for 2000 + employees.

Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll laws and regulations, including tax obligations and labor laws.

Investigate and correct payroll discrepancies and errors, coordinate with HRIS/ Payroll System as appropriate

Generate payroll and management reports as requested

Asist with Year-end payroll activities including W2 and 1099 processing and audits.

Work cross-functionally with other departments including accounting, finance, and operations

Help determine and communicate policies that support the organization’s needs

Review and signoff on time sheets, resolve discrepancies with field leaders as needed.

Assists with Audits of documents received and files documents into appropriate employee electronic files

Respond to employee and agency inquiries regarding payroll matters

Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Education/Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, or Business Administration is preferred.

Minimum 3-5 years of payroll processing for both hourly and salaried employees.

Required or Specialized Skills:

Researches and responds to inquiries from team members, managers, and outside agencies and resolves issues that arise

Ability to maintain high level of confidentiality and highly sensitive personal information.

Strong attention to detail and ability to produce accurate, quality work.

Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including use of formulas, pivot tables, and data analysis for payroll reporting and reconciliation

Preferred Skills:

Experience with ADP systems preferred (ADP Lyric and Workforce Manager are the HRIS/ Payroll system in place)

We Offer:

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K with match, flexible spending accounts, paid time off, company holidays and much more!

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements

Work is performed in a professional office, clinical, or support environment, depending on the role and business needs. Team members may be required to work extended or alternate hours during peak periods or to support operational requirements. Scheduled hours and work location may vary based on business needs.

Equal Employment Opportunity Benevis, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in employment on the basis of any characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, compensation, training, and separation.

Reasonable Accommodation Benevis, Inc. provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and for sincerely held religious beliefs. If you need accommodation to apply, interview, or perform the essential functions of this position, you may contact the Human Resources Department.

Process bi-weekly payroll s including off-cycles for 2000 + employees.

Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll laws and regulations, including tax obligations and labor laws.

Investigate and correct payroll discrepancies and errors, coordinate with HRIS/ Payroll System as appropriate

Generate payroll and management reports as requested

Asist with Year-end payroll activities including W2 and 1099 processing and audits.

Work cross-functionally with other departments including accounting, finance, and operations

Help determine and communicate policies that support the organization’s needs

Review and signoff on time sheets, resolve discrepancies with field leaders as needed.

Assists with Audits of documents received and files documents into appropriate employee electronic files

Respond to employee and agency inquiries regarding payroll matters

Performs other duties as assigned

Education/Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, or Business Administration is preferred.

Minimum 3-5 years of payroll processing for both hourly and salaried employees.

Required or Specialized Skills:

Researches and responds to inquiries from team members, managers, and outside agencies and resolves issues that arise

Ability to maintain high level of confidentiality and highly sensitive personal information.

Strong attention to detail and ability to produce accurate, quality work.

Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including use of formulas, pivot tables, and data analysis for payroll reporting and reconciliation

Preferred Skills:

Experience with ADP systems preferred (ADP Lyric and Workforce Manager are the HRIS/ Payroll system in place)

We Offer:

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K with match, flexible spending accounts, paid time off, company holidays and much more!

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements

Work is performed in a professional office, clinical, or support environment, depending on the role and business needs. Team members may be required to work extended or alternate hours during peak periods or to support operational requirements. Scheduled hours and work location may vary based on business needs.

Equal Employment Opportunity Benevis, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in employment on the basis of any characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, compensation, training, and separation.

Reasonable Accommodation Benevis, Inc. provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and for sincerely held religious beliefs. If you need accommodation to apply, interview, or perform the essential functions of this position, you may contact the Human Resources Department.