Business Unit: Corporate

Schedule: May vary but typical office hours M-F

Travel: Minimal

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Description: The Payroll and Benefits Administrator is responsible for managing the payroll processes and administering employee benefit programs.  This role ensures compliance with federal and state regulations, ensures timely and accurate processing of payroll and benefits, and provides exceptional support to employees regarding payroll and benefits inquiries.

Key Essential Responsibility Areas for this position:

Requirements – Employees will need to be able to perform the following:

Payroll Management:

• Manages the processing of weekly payroll for all employees in all states/locations, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Audits payroll processing to verify hours, deductions, and payroll-related data.
• Ensures all payroll data is accurate in payroll system and is accurate in ERP system for financial reporting purposes.
• Maintains and updates payroll records, including employee status changes, tax information, etc.
• Ensures compliance with federal, state, and all other applicable payroll laws and regulation.

Benefits Administration:

• Administers employee benefits programs, including health insurance, retirement plans, and other perks.
• Assist employees with benefits enrollment, changes, and questions.
• Collaborates with insurance brokers to select the right benefit mix for employees and manages benefits offerings.
• Ensures an effective transfer of benefit data to benefit vendors.
• Collaborate with HR and Finance teams to ensure alignment on payroll and benefits.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records in the HRIS.

Record-keeping and Reporting:

• Prepare and submit required reports to government agencies.
• Assist in annual benefits enrollment process and open enrollment activities.
• Assumes responsibility for special programs or assignments as needed.
• Ensures accurate payroll reports are evaluated, audited, and distributed for management review.

Other Duties as Assigned:

• Assumes responsibility for special programs or assignments as needed.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Proven experience in payroll processing and benefits administration (5+ years preferred).
• Strong knowledge of payroll and benefits regulations and compliance.
• Proficient in payroll software and HRIS systems.
• Excellent organizational skills and demonstrated ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Outstanding interpersonal and communications skills – both verbal and written.

Educational Development and Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business, or related field or equivalent experience.

Physical, Mental, and Visual Effort:

• Continuous speaking, hearing, and visual effort
• Requires standing, walking, and lifting frequently.
• Continuous mental and visual concentration requiring attention to detail and accuracy.

Working Conditions

• Typical office environment