Benefits & Payroll Specialist - Job ID 174295

DCM Inc•Hagerstown, MD

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Our Benefits & Payroll Specialist will be responsible for managing and coordinating all activities related to employee benefits and payroll processes. This individual will ensure accurate and timely processing of payroll, manage employee benefits, assist with budgeting, perform monthly reconciliation of benefits, and maintaining and updating the HRIS system. The Benefits & Payroll Specialist will play a crucial role in maintaining compliance with relevant laws and regulations and providing excellent support to employees regarding their benefits and payroll inquiries.

Requirements

All employees need to be at least 21 years of age.
Pass a Federal and State criminal history background check.
An Associate's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Accounting, or a related field (Bachelor's Degree Preferred).
A minimum of three (3) years of experience in payroll and benefits administration.
A minimum of three (3) years of experience in maintaining and updating payroll software and HRIS systems.
Strong knowledge of payroll and benefits laws and regulations.
Technology savvy, with extensive experience in MS Office, particularly Excel.

Nice To Haves

Good understanding and experience with HR tools such as ATS and HRIS.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
A working knowledge of employment law and legislation.
Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
Ability to foster collaboration, be a team player, though also independent and self-motivated.
Coachable and can take full ownership of personal development, regularly soliciting feedback from teammates including those supervising, colleagues, and supervisor/s.
Ability to work at a fast pace in a high production environment!
Comply with all HR policies including confidentiality and non-disclosure.
Strong work ethic, integrity and desire to be accountable, transparent and proactive.

Responsibilities

Process and administer the company's payroll, ensuring accurate and timely payment to employees.
Monitor employee timekeeping and attendance, communicate attendance violations with site managers.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll laws and regulations.
Prepare and distribute payroll reports to management as required.
Handle employee inquiries regarding payroll and benefits discrepancies.
Administer employee benefits programs, including health insurance, dental, vision, disability, retirement plans, and other benefits.
Assist employees with benefits enrollment, changes, and claims.
Support the open enrollment process with site Human Resources Business Partners.
Verify and reconcile benefits data to ensure accuracy.
Coordinate with benefit providers and resolve any issues or discrepancies.
Maintain up-to-date records of employee benefits and ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
Maintain the HRIS web based collaborative platform and HR SharePoint site.
Assist in the preparation and monitoring of the HR Department budget.
Provide support in financial planning and analysis related to payroll and benefits expenses.
Generate and analyze reports on payroll and benefits costs to support management decision-making.
Maintain accurate and confidential employee records, including payroll, benefits, and tax information.
Educate and communicate company personnel policies and procedures to newly hired and current employees.
Complete ad hoc projects as needed, assigned by the Human Resources Director.
All other duties as necessary.