Payroll and benefits specialist job description

East Bay Community Action Program (EBCAP) is seeking a full-time Payroll & Benefits Specialist for our agency to provide payroll and benefits services for the agency including, but not limited to payroll processing, benefits administration (wellness, paid time off, legislative benefits, etc.), COBRA, legislation and policy interpretation, and Human Resource Information Systems (HRIS) management.

Due to the critical nature of this position, EBCAP is offering a two-step sign-on bonus totaling $2,000 for external candidates.

The successful candidate will be responsible for processing full spectrum payroll which includes preparing, documenting, processing, and distributing payroll on a bi-weekly basis for 500+ employees (with an increase in the summer for youth employees). The candidate will prepare and ensure accuracy and completeness of all data entered into the HR Database/Payroll system and enroll newly eligible employees and those enrolling during Open Enrollment into various benefit plans. The candidate will also be responsible for creating, analyzing, and running reports/downloads from the HR database/Payroll system as requested; continually refining criteria, to support data requests for grant applications, licensing and accreditation requirements, management requests, finance department needs, etc. This position is also a key participator in standard financial reviews and audits that encompass payroll and benefits data.

This position requires a minimum of an associate's Degree in Human Resources or a related business field preferred. Three (3) to five (5) years of progressive experience as a Payroll/Benefits Coordinator/Administrator Current experience utilizing Paylocity is preferred, but experience with similar platforms is acceptable. Must maintain a high degree of confidentiality, be capable of balancing a wide variety of complex tasks, and have sound computer skills.

For Full-Time Employees Working 30 - 40 hours per week, EBCAP provides a comprehensive compensation and benefits package that includes heavily subsidized medical and dental insurance plans (BCBSRI), supplemental vision insurance, voluntary medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts, up to 3% company matching 403(b) retirement plan, employer-paid life insurance & long term disability, generous paid time off that includes vacation/holidays/personal days/sick time, mileage reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, opportunities for center-paid training/CEUs, employee assistance program, and so much more!
Thank you for your interest in employment opportunities at East Bay Community Action Program.

EBCAP is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to providing a diverse work environment.

Our client in San Antonio, Texas is looking to hire a payroll benefits specialist on a temporary basis. This assignment is projected to last from 6 to 9 months. This company has a work hard, play hard attitude and values their employees.

Responsibilities of the Payroll Benefits Specialist

• Review, prepare and input weekly and bi-weekly payroll data
• Produce accurate and timely payrolls, for multiple states
• Prepare weekly, monthly, quarterly, and year-end reports
• Process employee garnishments, benefit deductions, and expense reports
• Resolve employee questions and issues by accurately interpreting and communicating benefit policies and procedures
• Assist with upcoming migration projects
• Assist with other duties as assigned

Qualifications of the Payroll Benefits Specialist

• Proficient in Excel (Pivot Tables and VLOOK UPS)
• Experience with Workday, ADP, or Paycore, HRIS
• 2+ years of payroll experience
• Multistate experience is a huge PLUS
• Bachelor's degree preferred

Company DescriptionCFS is a leading, employee-owned staffing firm—the largest one founded by CPA firms. With more than two decades of experience helping companies locate, attract and hire exceptional accounting, finance & IT professionals, CFS has unique resources to better understand hiring needs, attract higher-caliber candidates and assess candidate potential. Established in 1994, CFS today operates 30+ offices across 21 states and the Caribbean. Serving most major U.S. markets and beyond, CFS connects companies with candidates, from entry-level to executive level, temporary to direct hire and project support to interim management.

CFS was named to Forbes’ list of “Best Professional Recruiting Firms” three years in a row and also cited by LinkedIn as one of the “Most Socially Engaged Staffing Agencies” two years in a row!

University City Housing Co. (UCH) is a Philadelphia-based firm with interests in real estate, telecommunications, finance, education, and public policy.
UCH is actively seeking a Payroll/Benefits Specialist to join our fast-paced organization in our Bryn Mawr, PA office. The Payroll/Benefits Specialist will support the HR Department with all facets of HR administration and management.
What You Will Be Doing:
The primary responsibility of this position is to administer the activities relating to the company payroll, benefits and HRIS processing including developing, implementing and monitoring. You will act as a liaison for employees with questions relating to their payroll and benefits.
Location: Bryn Mawr, PA (on-site)
Payroll & Benefits Specialist Duties include but are not limited to:
• Responsible for the lifecycle of the bi-weekly, multi-state payroll process for approximately 250 employees
• Enters, maintains, and processes information in the HRIS system; information may include employees’ hourly rates, salaries, commissions, bonuses or other compensation, time worked, paid leave and holidays, deductions and withholding, address changes, terminations, and other information
• Ensures proper processing of payroll deductions for taxes, benefits, garnishments, and other deductions
• Prepares and maintains accurate records and reports of payroll transactions
• Requests the processing of physical or replacement checks, or direct deposits, due to payroll errors or final discharge
• Administers various employee benefits programs, such as group health, flexible spending accounts, dental and vision, disability, life insurance, 401(k), and other benefits offered
• Provides new hires with all benefits enrollment information and explains benefits self-enrollment system through Paylocity
• Maintains employee benefits through Paylocity and ensures benefits changes are processed appropriately in HRIS system for payroll deduction
• Serves as primary contact for employees with health, dental, life and other related benefit claims
• Verifies the calculation of the monthly premium statements for all group insurance policies and maintains statistical data relative to premiums, claims and costs. Resolve administrative problems with the carrier representatives
• Oversees maintenance of benefits maintenance files through HRIS system; communicate any changes to plan structures as needed
• Administers COBRA
• Responsible for reviewing ACA dashboard on a monthly basis to ensure year-end reporting and filing is accurate
• Completes periodic audits throughout the calendar year to ensure that year-end tax forms are accurate prior to filing
• Reviews and responds to unemployment claims with appropriate documentation. Reviews monthly unemployment statements
• Responds to 401(k) inquiries from managers and employees relating to enrollments, plan changes and contribution amounts
• Assists HR Director in obtaining statistics and information in renewal process of any health, life and retirement plans that benefit the company
• Administers open enrollment process
• Produces payroll reports as requested
• Performs other duties as assigned
Payroll & Benefits Specialist Qualifications Required:
• Bachelors degree required
• MS Outlook, Word, and Excel experience
• Minimum 3 years payroll, benefits and HRIS experience (Paylocity experience a plus!)
• Knowledge of FLSA, FMLA, ACA, State and Federal Wage-Hour Laws
• PHR or SHRM-CP preferred
• Trust worthy and has a high level of confidentiality
Our Comprehensive Benefits Package Includes:
• Opportunities for professional and personal development and career growth
• Competitive Salary
• Comprehensive Health Insurance - Medical, Dental, Vision
• Medical & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Retirement plan – 401(k)
• Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, personal, holidays)
• Voluntary Supplemental Benefits - Long-term and Short-term Disability, Life Insurance and GAP Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Annual Awards & Recognition
• Company Paid Certifications & Licensing
• Employee Referral Program
• Apartment Discount Available
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