Benefits Administrator

• Preparing management reports as they relate to payroll and benefits.
• Processing bi-weekly payroll records including both exempt and non-exempt employees and preparing related journal entries to record transactions in the general ledger.
• Ensuring payroll expenses are recorded accurately and Payroll costs and benefits are charged to appropriate properties.
• Managing imports and interfaces from Checkpoint HR, a web based payroll system.
• Processing new hire paperwork, including benefits setup, direct deposit, tax information, voluntary and statutory deductions [ie: garnishments.] and retroactive payments when required, including strong experience with online 3rd party benefit providers.
• Processing terminations in a timely manner as to mitigate overpayment and compliance with applicable state laws.
• Processing all new hires including handling new hire orientations.
• Assisting in facilitating the annual merit process. Assisting employees with payroll and benefits related questions.
• Ensuring 401K contribution deposits and employer match is accurate and timely. Assisting with migration to an automated time and attendance system in 2007.
• Coordinating with Checkpoint HR tax filing service to ensure accurate and timely tax filings and withholding deposits.
• Reconciling assigned balance sheet accounts monthly, resolving all discrepancies, errors or other items in a timely fashion using judgment and initiative.
• Maintaining documentation required by stated internal controls, including monthly journal entry binder, account reconciliation binder, etc. Managing Worker's Comp Claims.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

Required Skills

• Strong data integrity skills.
• Strong problem resolution and analysis skills.
• Strong organizational skills and detail-oriented.
• Must have initiative and be able to use good judgment skills.
• Excellent attention to detail, communication and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated initiative to take the lead to implement changes and processes.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing with employees and the general public; maintain confidentiality in daily operations.
• Recommends changes in method or procedures to improve the efficiency of the payroll function.
• Serves as a liaison with benefit vendors to resolve employee benefit and data.

Required Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent. A.S. preferred.
• Experience with payroll journal entries and cost allocations a must!
• 3-5 years multi-state payroll processing experience, Checkpoint HR system preferred.
• Solid understanding of wage and hour laws, payroll tax, and federal/state regulations.
• Experience with general benefit administration and online enrollments/terms/changes.
• Skilled with Excel, Word and other PC software programs. Bilingual a plus.