Payroll & Benefits Specialist

Role Overview

• Responds to team member payroll and benefits questions through the HR ticketing system
• Prepare reports for upper management and the finance department
• Collect timesheet data and payroll information
• Enter data into administrative databases and software programs
• Calculate wages, benefits, tax deductions, commissions, etc.
• Assist with benefit program administration
• Maintain accurate records of payroll documentation and transactions
• Assists the payroll team in processing monthly payroll reconciliation
• Participates in HR team meetings
• Assists the payroll coordinator in auditing benefit enrollment reports for accuracy
• Use HRIS (human resources information system) to track payroll changes and benefit deductions and make corrections where necessary
• Actively collaborate with other members of the Payroll and Benefits team to ensure the accuracy of the payroll and benefits function
• Work closely with the Payroll and Benefits team and the Finance team to ensure that our payment processes comply with company and state policies and regulations
• Nurtures a strong service culture that ensures delivery of quick, repeatable, and quality-driven payroll and benefit responses to team members
• Travel within the designated service area
• Performs other duties as assigned

Requirements

• A high school diploma or GED is required
• A bachelors degree in a human resources or related field is preferred
• SHRM-CP is preferred
• 2-3 years of experience working in a payroll department is required
• Advanced knowledge of payroll laws, tax withholding, and gross-up calculations is required
• Experience interpreting and applying payroll and benefit policies is required
• Experience with payroll software and databases is required
• Advanced skills in email, MS Office, and related business and communication tools are required
• Able to perform duties with a high level of accuracy and detail is required
• Able to multitask and work under pressure to meet deadlines is required
• Able to work independently and within a team is required
• Advanced interpersonal skills with the ability to manage sensitive and confidential situations with tact, professionalism, and diplomacy are required
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written is required
• Excellent organizational skills are required
• A valid driver's license is required
• Ability to manage deadlines within a fast-paced, high-volume environment is required
• The ability to operate in an Internet-based, automated office environment is required
• The ability to maintain a high-speed internet connection is required.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Short-term Disability
• Long-term Disability
• 401K w/ Employer Match
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) provides support and resources to help you and your family with a range of issues.