Payroll & Benefits Specialist

Payroll & Benefits Specialist – ICBD

Downtown Fort Lauderdale, FL HQ – In-Office

About ICBD

ICBD is a robust single-family office focused on private investment and business development, supporting exceptional companies in healthcare, technology, and beyond. We own and operate a growing portfolio of high-performance businesses united by a shared commitment to people, operational excellence, and long-term value creation. But we’re not just building businesses—we’re building a legacy of leadership, innovation, and purpose.

Joining ICBD means you'll be part of the team behind some of the fastest-growing companies in healthcare, technology, and business services. We are proudly self-funded, committed to sustainable growth, and led by visionary thought leaders—including our CEO and Founder, the 2024 Ernst & Young U.S. Entrepreneur Of The Year® National Overall Award winner.

Our most visible success is ABA Centers, a revolutionary leader in autism care and diagnostics, ranked #5 on the 2024 Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing private companies in the U.S.

The ICBD portfolio includes these dynamic organizations united by strategic vision, operational expertise, and unwavering commitment to excellence:

• ABA Centers – The leading provider of autism care in the U.S., with 13 regional brands and 70+ operating areas.
• GateHouse Treatment – A comprehensive network of substance use disorder programs that address the full spectrum of recovery needs from medical treatment to supportive housing and respite services.
• Marquis MD – A concierge medicine concept redefining healthcare by prioritizing convenience, connection, and care powered by advanced technology.
• Exact Billing Solutions – Innovative revenue cycle management and advanced billing support systems for healthcare providers.
• Curative AI – A next-generation platform using AI to disrupt and transform the healthcare system by providing new solutions for revenue cycle management, scheduling, medical documentation, clinical and diagnostic support, and more.
• The Christopher M. Barnett Family Foundation – The philanthropic heart of ICBD, advancing programs that address autism care, food insecurity, homelessness, women’s empowerment, and underserved children.

Recognition & Awards

At ICBD, our commitment to operational excellence, ethical leadership, and transformative care has earned us recognition across industries. Our portfolio companies and leadership team have been honored with multiple awards, including:

• Inc. 5000 – 5th Fastest-Growing Private Company in America (2024).
• Financial Times – #1 on "The Americas' Fastest Growing Companies."
• EY Entrepreneur Of The Year® U.S. Overall.
• South Florida Business Journal’s Top 100 Companies.
• Florida Trend Magazine's 500 Most Influential Business Leaders.
• Inc. Best in Business, Health Services.

About the Role

Key Responsibilities

• Enter and review the weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly payroll time data, employee maintenance, tax information, direct deposit, new hire, and terminated employee processing.
• Review and import hours from the time and attendance system, enter tax and direct deposit information, and administer regulatory requirements, such as garnishments, tax levies, support orders, and other adjustments to pay as necessary.
• Implement and maintain payroll best practices to improve efficiency and consult with the human resources team to improve payroll and HRIS processes.
• Audit payroll data entry and employee status changes to ensure accuracy before payroll execution.
• Manage benefits, including orientation, timely enrollment/termination, and auditing/approving monthly invoices.
• Coordinate with HR on the timely and accurate updating of employee masterfile changes.
• Coordinate with managers to ensure timely and accurate reporting of hours to be paid via UKG.
• Manage interfaces between UKG and benefit providers.
• Prepare and issue manual checks as required.
• Prepare required monthly, quarterly and annual reports using UKG Reporting.
• Fulfill all governmental regulatory mandates and ensure filings are performed.
• Plan and administer the annual open enrollment period. This includes preparing (or revising) and distributing materials, conducting meetings to communicate changes to employees, arranging for on-site representation by providers, and processing changes within deadlines.
• Plan, conduct, and report audit results to ensure that all enrollments are accurate and that dependent information is correct for each employee.
• Address benefit inquiries to ensure timely and accurate resolutions.
• Resolve discrepancies with carriers and payroll.
• Coordinate with third-party administrator to manage disability claims according to the plan.
• Administer COBRA enrollments/changes and manage unemployment claims.
• Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll issues or concerns.

Requirements

• 2+ years' experience with UKG or similar software.
• 2+ years in payroll.
• Experience calculating compensation for both salaried and hourly is a plus.
• Must maintain a clean driving/background/drug screening record.
• Strong understanding of federal and state laws as they relate to both income tax withholding and labor regulations.
• Proficiency in Excel.

Benefits

• 21 paid days off (15 days of PTO, which increases with tenure, plus 6 holidays).
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options.
• Medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance.
• Generous 401(k) with up to 6% employer match.

At ICBD, we believe leadership, innovation, and purpose go hand in hand. Be part of a team where your work drives lasting impact and your career reaches new heights.

ICBD participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-Verify program.