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Natus Sensory

Payroll and Benefits Specialist

Natus Sensory, Schaumburg, Illinois, us, 60159

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Natus Sensory Natus Sensory, Inc. is seeking a

Payroll & Benefits Specialist

(US & Canada - Remote) to manage benefits and payroll compliance for our US and Canada employees. This role primarily involves benefit enrollment, payroll processing, compliance with labor laws for both countries, and serving as the first point of contact for benefit and payroll-related inquiries.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Benefits Management: Oversee benefit enrollment for US and Canada employees; submit benefit invoices for payment to Accounts Payable; partner with our benefits broker to plan the annual open enrollment; track and administer all FMLA and additional leave requests via our third-party benefits provider; enter new hires into our Retirement Plan benefits provider; coordinate and execute new hire benefits orientation; prepare and submit RRSP/401K contribution files; prepare records of employment; provide support with 401(k) audit and Form 5500 filings; organize annual wellness events for employees.

Payroll Management: Process payroll bi-weekly for US and Canada employees; coordinate payroll processing with HR and Finance for cash flow planning and special payment cycles (bonuses, severance); utilize Dayforce Reporting Tool for ad hoc and routine reports; assist in preparation and distribution of annual employee reports (W-2, T4, T2200, RL-1, etc.); manage setup and maintenance of state and provincial tax accounts; ensure compliance with federal and provincial payroll regulations (CRA, CPP, EI, and others); verify and update employee information before payroll processing; handle unemployment claims; coordinate with external vendors for payroll data exchange and stay updated on international payroll regulations; ensure confidentiality and audit support; address payroll-related inquiries; assist employees in understanding paychecks and deductions; resolve payroll discrepancies; serve as the first point of contact for payroll questions.

Compliance and Policy Implementation: Ensure compliance with US and Canada labor laws; assist in HR policy and procedure development for benefits and payroll; conduct regular audits; support the HR Manager as needed.

Travel Required: Minimal travel.

Must-Have Requirements

Experience with US & Canadian payroll required; strong understanding of payroll regulations and procedures for both countries.

5-7 years of experience in payroll and benefits (minimum 3-4 years as stated in some bullets).

Proficiency in payroll and benefits management and administration; knowledge of 401(k) plan administration; knowledge of ACA employer mandate requirements; open enrollment experience; payroll and benefits auditing.

Knowledge of benefits administration (Medical, Dental, Vision, Ancillary, health & wellness initiatives) and Self-Funded health plans.

Preferred Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Accounting, Business, or related field preferred.

Experience with HSA/FSA plans; advanced MS Excel and data analytics; proficiency with Microsoft Office.

Strong customer service skills for internal employees and external vendors.

Other Duties Please note that this job description is not designed to cover a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities. Duties may change at any time without notice.

Pay Transparency Details The actual base pay offered will vary depending on factors including knowledge/skills, experience, business needs, location, and internal equity.

What We Offer

Medical Plans

Wellness Program

Dental & Vision Benefits

EAP Services

Legal Services

401(k)

4 weeks of PTO

2 Floating Holidays

7 Company Holidays

HSAs (Employer HSA contribution available, depending on plan)

Dependent Care FSA

Disability Benefits, Life Insurance Benefits

Tution reimbursement and more

Equal Employment Opportunity Natus is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The Company’s policy is not to discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, military status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable laws. Natus also prohibits harassment and complies with all applicable laws regarding unemployment status in hiring decisions.

Seniority level Mid-Senior level

Employment type Full-time

Job function Human Resources

Industries Medical Equipment Manufacturing

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