Benefits and Payroll Specialist
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Benefits and Payroll Specialist administering multi-state payroll and benefits for Muon Space, an LEO satellite constellation provider. Ensuring compliance, audits, accurate HRIS data, and employee support.
Responsibilities:
- Deliver flawless, timely multi-state payroll for all exempt and non-exempt employees
- Act as the primary point of contact for day-to-day payroll and benefits inquiries
- Translate complex policies into clear, supportive guidance across all levels of the organization
- Manage timely and accurate transmission of employee 401(k) deferrals to the plan provider in adherence to DOL and ERISA standards
- Oversee benefits operations, enrollments, and status updates
- Partner with People Ops leadership and benefits brokers to design and execute annual open enrollment
- Lead payroll registration, tax setup, and compliance renewals as the company expands into new states
- Conduct internal audits of payroll and benefits records and lead external compliance audits
- Maintain accurate employee profiles, compensation, and benefits data within the HRIS
- Ensure smooth cross-platform workflows and reliable employee self-service tools
Requirements:
- 3+ years of dedicated experience in multi-state payroll and benefits administration within a fast-paced, high-growth, or startup environment
- Exceptional written and oral communication skills, with an approachable, kind demeanor and a service-oriented mindset
- Proven track record managing multi-state payroll compliance, registering in new states, and keeping up with evolving labor and tax guidelines
- Direct hands-on experience leading or supporting internal data hygiene checks and external audits (401k, Workers' Compensation)
- Ability to manage sensitive compensation, financial, and benefits data with sound judgment, ultimate discretion, and deep respect for confidentiality
- Comfortable with Google Workspace, Slack, and HRIS/Payroll platforms (Rippling)
- Natural knack for leveraging automation to eliminate tedious manual work and improve systems
- Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities independently on critical deadlines
- Applicant must either be a U.S. person, eligible to access export-controlled information without required export authorization, or eligible and reasonably likely to obtain required export authorization
Benefits:
- Competitive equity grant
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401k retirement plan
- Short-term disability insurance
- Long-term disability insurance
- Life insurance
- Three weeks paid vacation for new employees
- 12 paid holidays
- Unlimited sick time
- Paid parental leave


















