Position Summary
Comfort Systems USA is seeking an experienced Payroll & Benefits Specialist to support payroll operations and benefits administration for a large, field-based workforce. This role goes beyond coordination—you’ll take ownership of payroll accuracy, benefits execution, and compliance across a multi-state organization.

This is a key role for someone who thrives in a detail-driven environment, understands the complexities of payroll and benefits, and can operate confidently in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Process weekly and/or biweekly payroll, ensuring accuracy across wages, deductions, and tax filings
• Manage multi-state payroll compliance, including federal, state, and local regulations
• Administer employee benefits programs including enrollments, life events, terminations, and vendor coordination
• Reconcile payroll, benefits, and general ledger data in partnership with accounting
• Serve as a subject matter resource for payroll and benefits-related questions
• Support open enrollment planning, execution, and employee communication
• Maintain and audit payroll and benefits records to ensure data integrity and compliance
• Assist with internal and external audits, reporting, and system updates
• Identify opportunities to improve processes and increase efficiency

Required Qualifications

• 3–6+ years of payroll and benefits administration experience
• Strong knowledge of payroll laws, tax regulations, and compliance requirements
• Experience processing multi-state payroll
• Hands-on experience with payroll/HRIS systems (ADP, Workday, UKG, or similar)
• Advanced attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or CEBS certification
• Experience supporting construction, mechanical, or field-based workforces
• Strong understanding of benefits vendors, 401(k) administration, and reporting

Why This Role Matters
At Comfort Systems USA, the workforce spans jobsites, service teams, and operations across multiple locations. This role ensures those employees are paid accurately and supported with reliable benefits—creating consistency, compliance, and trust across the organization.