Description:
Position Summary: The Payroll and Human Resource Specialist is responsible for all activities related to payroll, benefits and HRIS administration.
This includes developing, implementing, and monitoring the success of processes and policies related to these areas.
Works closely with the Director of HR in managing all safety, benefit, unemployment, and workers’ compensation administrative processes, and participate in all employee HR related activities.
Responsibilities
Responsible for maintaining accurate HRIS data through developing and implementing processes and workflows related to onboarding, terminations, timecard entry, and employee updates, such as changes to pay rates, tax statuses, required and voluntary payroll deductions, and direct deposits.
Support timekeeping efforts, including tracking missing timesheets, administering PTO, and holiday reporting.
Prepare and process multi-state bi-weekly payroll to produce accurate payments and administer regulatory requirements such as garnishments, tax levies, etc.
Ensure timely and correct process of all employment taxes.
Participate in recruitment and onboarding activities to attract and engage candidates and new employees.
Receive, respond, process, and maintain all employee related correspondence including requests for verification of employment, unemployment, garnishment, etc.
Maintains the integrity and confidentiality of human resource files and records including maintaining security roles in the HRIS system.
Assist with all compliance activities including but not limited to internal and external audits, making necessary corrections, submitting annual required compliance reports, keeping up to date knowledge of new employment and payroll regulations that may apply.
Assists with planning and execution of special events such as benefits enrollment, organization-wide meetings, employee recognition events, and holiday parties.
Benefit administration which includes reviewing and approving invoices, ensuring timely enrollment of employees, Open Enrollment activities, 401k enrollment, COBRA and PTO Program management.
Assist employees regarding payroll, benefits, and general HR inquiries.
Contribute to ad-hoc projects and provide general administrative support as needed.
May perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
Education & Experience
Bachelor degree in Human Resources, business field, or equivalent experience.
Knowledge and understanding of federal, multi-state and local employment tax regulations.
At least 5 years’ related experience; Human Resource, Payroll and/or HRIS experience (Paylocity a plus).
Ability to comprehend, interpret, and apply the appropriate sections of applicable laws, guidelines, regulations, ordinances, and policies.
Experience working under moderate supervision.
Strong interpersonal communication skills.
Strong math skills.
Strong critical thinking, analytical and problem-solving skills.
Strong organizational skills and orientation to detail.
Willingness to learn and accommodate changes in all processes.
Proficiency in Excel and Microsoft Suite.
Working knowledge of Paylocity or similar HRIS a plus.
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