HR Payroll and Benefits Specialist

Normal Working Hours/Days: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. (Monday - Friday)

Direct Supervisor: Human Resource Manager

JOB SUMMARY:

The HR Benefits/Payroll Specialist position works closely with both Human Resources and Accounting to ensure payroll functions of the organization and benefits administration are processed accurately, and in compliance with government regulations. They work closely with employees regarding pay and benefits enrollment questions, maintain employee database, and files, and ensure compliance with required benefit notices.

PRIMARY JOB FUNCTIONS:

Benefits

• Ensures the accuracy of all benefits enrollments into Paycom and provides vendors with accurate eligibility information.
• Performs quality checks of benefits-related data.
• Enrolls employees with carriers and process life status changes.
• Responds to benefits inquiries from managers and employees on plan provisions, benefits enrollments, status changes and other general inquiries.
• Manages open enrollment process.
• Organizes annual wellness check and tracks participation.
• Serve as contact for plan vendors and third-party administrators.
• Document and maintain administrative procedures for assigned benefits processes.
• Ensure compliance with applicable government regulations.

Payroll

• Supports Payroll Accountant with processing semi-monthly and hourly and salary payrolls and assisting managers, employees, and senior leaders as appropriate.
• Assists with maintaining employee information (deductions, taxes, garnishments, direct deposits, and support orders), reviewing earnings, processing payroll/financial reports.
• Corresponds with and for employees regarding payroll, W-2’s, information requests and/or letters for employees or outside agencies and maintaining the Paycom payroll card program.
• First line contact for all employees regarding benefits, payroll deductions, OT, pay, etc.
• Assists with the onboarding process for new employees.
• Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Associate degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Human Resources, or related field (bachelor’s degree preferred) three to five years of related benefits or employee benefits administration experience. or equivalent combination of education and experience.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

General knowledge of employee benefits and applicable laws.

Excellent customer service skills.

Ability to work with minimal supervision.

Willing to assist team members when needed.

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Proficient computer skills (Word, Excel) and proficiency in HRM systems.

Ability to Maintain a high level of security and confidentiality of sensitive information.

Ability to act with integrity and professionalism.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Associate degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Human Resources, or related field (bachelors degree preferred) three to five years of related benefits or employee benefits administration experience. or equivalent combination of education and experience.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

General knowledge of employee benefits and applicable laws.

Excellent customer service skills.

Ability to work with minimal supervision.

Willing to assist team members when needed.

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Proficient computer skills (Word, Excel) and proficiency in HRM systems.

Ability to Maintain a high level of security and confidentiality of sensitive information.

Ability to act with integrity and professionalism.