Sanhua International USA · 22 hours ago
Payroll and Benefits Specialist
Houston, TX
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelSanhua International USA is looking to add a Payroll & Benefits Specialist to their Houston team. The role involves the accurate processing of payroll and administration of employee benefits, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and addressing employee inquiries.
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Responsibilities
Process payroll for all employees, ensuring timely and accurate handling of new hires, terminations, transfers, exemptions, pay adjustments, and authorized deductions
Review and audit employee time submissions to ensure accuracy and completeness, reconciling payroll discrepancies as needed
Maintain and update payroll systems, including coding for deductions, garnishments, taxes, and other relevant payroll components, ensuring alignment with accounting needs
Respond to internal and external requests for payroll information, such as employment verifications, worker's compensation, and unemployment inquiries
Investigate and resolve employee payroll concerns in a timely and professional manner
Ensure payroll documentation and filing comply with company standards and relevant regulations
Administer health, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability (STD/LTD), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and voluntary benefit plans
Coordinate annual open enrollment processes, new hire enrollments, and qualified life event/benefit changes
Reconcile benefit provider invoices, ensuring accuracy and timely payment, and assist in resolving insurance claim issues
Administer the company’s 401(k) plan, including employee contributions, company match, compliance testing, and reporting
Manage all leave of absence requests, including personal, medical, Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA), worker’s compensation, STD, and LTD
Ensure timely and accurate COBRA administration for job changes and terminations
Address employee questions and concerns regarding benefits, providing clear and accurate information
Collaborate with insurance brokers and investment planners to design competitive, cost-effective benefits packages
Qualification
Required
Bachelors Degree in Business Administration, Accounting, or related field
Proven customer service orientation with the ability to work effectively as part of a team
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel (including VLOOKUP, pivot tables, and mail merge)
Excellent organizational and prioritization skills, with strong attention to detail
Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion at all times
Preferred
Experience administering multi-state payroll and benefits
Experience with ADP Workforce Now is preferred
Benefits
Health, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability (STD/LTD), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and voluntary benefit plans
401(k) plan
Company
Sanhua International USA
As the largest producer of Service Valves, Reversing Valves, Electronic Expansion Valves and Microchannel (HVACR) in the world, Sanhua has earned the trust of major HVACR brands globally.
Founded in 1984
10001+ employees
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