Payroll & Benefits Specialist

Echodyne offers the world’s first compact solid-state true beam-steering radar for a wide range of industries and applications. Our high-performance radars work in all weather and are designed for autonomous vehicles, uncrewed aircraft & drones, and security of borders, critical infrastructure, and smart cities. The company combines the patented technology of metamaterials with powerful software to create a radar sensor with unprecedented performance at commercial price points. Echodyne offers its radars to companies working in Automotive, Transportation, Critical Infrastructure Protection, Border Security, Smart Cities, Uncrewed Aircraft Systems (UAS), and Airspace Management including Urban Air Mobility (UTM).
Echodyne is seeking a Payroll & Benefits Specialist to join our fast-growing team.
We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Payroll & Benefits Specialist to join our HR team. This role will own the full payroll process for U.S. employees as well as global employees in our EOR (Employer of Record), ensure accurate benefits administration, and support key HR compliance activities.
The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, has end-to-end payroll experience, and pays meticulous attention to detail. Experience with Rippling is a strong plus.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Payroll Administration
Own full-cycle payroll processing for U.S. employees and global employees through an Employer of Record (EOR)
Process biweekly or semi-monthly payroll, including new hires, terminations, promotions, compensation changes, bonuses, commissions, and retroactive adjustments
Review and audit payroll data for accuracy, including hours worked, PTO, leave pay, deductions, and earnings
Process off-cycle payrolls as needed
Maintain payroll system data and ensure compliance with company policies and federal, state, and local wage-and-hour laws
Reconcile payroll reports and support preparation of payroll journal entries for Finance
Support year-end payroll activities, including W-2 distribution, audits, and reconciliations
Coordinate payroll tax filings and compliance through internal systems or external providers
Benefits Administration & Reconciliation
Administer employee benefit programs including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, FSA, HSA, commuter, and other offerings
Ensure benefit enrollments, eligibility, and terminations are accurately reflected in HRIS and payroll systems
Maintain accurate benefit deductions in payroll
Reconcile monthly benefits invoices against payroll deductions and carrier billing; research and resolve discrepancies
Support annual open enrollment activities, including audits, system updates, and employee support
Serve as a point of contact for employee questions related to benefits, payroll deductions, and enrollment issues
Leave Management
Administer employee leave programs including FMLA, state leave programs, company leaves, and disability
Track eligibility, documentation, pay coordination, and return-to-work requirements
Ensure leave-related pay and benefits deductions are processed accurately through payroll
Compliance & Reporting
Ensure compliance with applicable regulations including wage and hour laws, ERISA, ACA, COBRA, HIPAA, FMLA, and state-specific requirements
Maintain required documentation and support internal and external audits
Prepare and distribute payroll, benefits, and compliance-related reports
Collaborate with HR and Finance on payroll, benefits, and compliance matters
Assist with process improvements, documentation, and system enhancements to improve accuracy and employee experience
Support additional HR administrative and compliance tasks as needed
REQUIRED SKILLS / EXPERIENCE
3–5 years or more of experience in payroll and/or benefits administration
Experience processing payroll for multi-state U.S. employees
Strong understanding of payroll compliance, wage and hour laws, and benefits administration
High attention to detail and ability to maintain confidentiality
Excellent communication and customer service skills
Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities
Proficiency in Excel (including data audits, pivot tables, and lookups)
DESIRED SKILLS / EXPERIENCE
(Looking for one or more as a complement to the core skills)
HRIS administration experience
Experience administering employee leave programs (FMLA, WA PFML, etc.)
Experience processing global payroll or working with EOR providers
Experience with Rippling strongly preferred
Echodyne’s technology is export controlled by the U.S. Government and we must evaluate an applicant’s eligibility to handle export-controlled information or obtain required Government authorizations. Therefore, we will ask you as part of the application process to identify whether you are a U.S. Citizen or green card holder, or have asylum/refugee status in the U.S.
WHAT WE OFFER
The pay range for this position is $59,946 - $90,228 annually.
This is an exempt position.
If your skills generally align but not perfectly, please apply anyway. There may be another role that’s a great fit for you!
We offer competitive compensation and benefits to our full-time, US-based employees, including:
RSU (Restricted Stock Units)
Generous Benefits:
Fully-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance premiums for you
Choice of PPO or HDHP/HSA
Virtual Care – 98Point6
Employee Assistance Program
Mental Health coverage through Springhealth & Talkspace (Premera)
Travel Assistance Insurance
Company Paid Life Insurance
Company Paid Short & Long Term Disability
Flexible PTO (exempt) / 15 days per year (non-exempt)
401(k) match
Pet Insurance
Prepaid Legal Program
Commuter Benefits
Paid Company Holidays
All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected by law.