Morris · 1 day ago
Payroll & Benefits Specialist
Windsor, 06095, US
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
5+ years expMorris Group, Inc. is one of the largest machine tool distribution networks in North America, dedicated to helping manufacturers maintain a competitive advantage. The Payroll & Benefits Specialist will provide administrative support related to payroll, benefits, and leaves of absence, while ensuring accurate processing of multi-state payroll and effective communication with employees and managers.
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Responsibilities
Process multi-state, semi-monthly payroll-start to finish:
Prepare and maintain payroll records; audits employee time files; identify errors, inconsistencies, and omissions in areas of work responsibility
Ensures the accuracy of payroll data transferred from the Kronos HRIS system to the payroll system
Ensures that employee benefit deduction amounts are accurately reflected in the payroll system both for open enrollment and on an ongoing basis
Ensures that employee 401K deferrals and loan deductions are reviewed for accuracy and accurately recorded in payroll
Assists with state registrations for withholding and SUI tax accounts, as required
Compute wage and overtime payments, special pays, benefit contributions; prepare data for entry in payroll system by resolving discrepancies; process checks; coordinate direct deposit function; electronically transmit file and investigates and resolve discrepancies
Process all long-term absences, determine eligibility for various leave programs including Family and Medical Leave (FMLA) and temporary disability leave. Provide employees with required notices in a timely manner
Counsel with employees and supervisors concerning leave benefits and provide employees with accurate information on deductions from pay relating to absences, medical certification requirements, return-to-work dates, etc
Work collaboratively with the HR Team and Finance department to process and coordinate all employee leaves of absences, including those relating to workers’ compensation claims
Assist in workers compensation administration
Perform employee data verifications inclusive of new hires/terminations as necessary
Assists in year-end payroll processing (W2 Balancing, ACA entry etc.)
Maintain employee confidence and protect operations by keeping human resource information confidential
Perform related duties as required
Qualification
Required
Associate degree or equivalent experience
Supervisory experience
5 to 7 years Payroll Experience; Benefit a plus
Outstanding customer service skills and the ability to anticipate employee and management needs
Highly adaptable with outstanding attention to detail and follow through
Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise utmost discretion
Excellent problem solving/judgement skills
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work independently and under pressure
Ability to handle and prioritize multiple tasks to meet all deadlines
Preferred
Experience processing multi-state payroll preferred
Experience working with a multi-faceted HRIS platform- Kronos preferred
Knowledge of safety policies and related reporting a plus
Benefits
Market competitive comprehensive health benefits including a zero premium medical plan offering, vision, dental, and company paid life insurance
Paid Time Off, starting with 23 paid days off in your first year.
10 Company Paid Holidays
401(k) retirement plan with company contribution
Tuition reimbursement
Employee appreciation events and perks
Employee Assistance Program
Company
Morris
Morris is a premier provider of CNC machinery, automation solutions, and unmatched service and support.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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