HR Specialist - DUN

Roechling Automotive•Duncan, SC

16d•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision performs human resources administrative work of considerable difficulty. Administers and maintains payroll records, processing, timekeeping functions and performance reviews for all RA AM-N facilities. Collects and analyzes data and prepares reports for year end and as needed Manages 401(k), Tax credits, unemployment and worker’s compensation reporting, compliance and audits. Tracks and reports trends in turnover, absenteeism, overtime and other HR metrics. Ensures compliance with rules and regulations for payroll administration, reporting, 401(k), state and federal tax credits, and compliance agencies. Trains supervisors, managers, and employees in employee timekeeping, payroll functions and performance reviews. Utilizes knowledge of principles, practices and standards of payroll management, analytical abilities to perform all functions mentioned. Obtains, verifies, and evaluates general and statistical information. Works with broker to research employee benefits plans and vendors to identify those that present the best value. Coordinates the team that designs, recommends and implements new benefits programs. Examine possible plan designs and benefits cost changes. Serve as primary contact for plan vendors and third-party administrators. Coordinate transfer of data to external contacts for services, premiums and plan administration. Evaluate and revise internal processes to reduce costs and increase efficiency. Ensure compliance with applicable government regulations. Coordinate daily, monthly, quarterly and annual benefits processing. Handle enrollments, leave of absence, COBRA, terminations, changes, beneficiaries, disability, accident and death claims, rollovers, distributions, and hardship loans. Oversee maintenance of employee benefits files, maintain group benefits database and update employee payroll records. Orders benefit supplies which include 401k books, benefit books and employee handbooks. Gather employee data and oversee the processing of monthly invoices. Allocate group health and dental claims monthly and reviews quarterly. Audit the accuracy and performance of functions performed by broker and TPA. Analyze current benefits, evaluating the use, services, coverage, effectiveness, cost, plan experience and competitive trends in benefits programs, and identify the company's stance. Prepare, collect and organize data and reports for actuarial assessments. Review both short- and long-range cost estimates/projections and relevant statistical analyses regarding modifications in benefits programs and implementation of new programs. Forecast trends and assist with future benefits designs. Develop specific recommendations for review by management. Monitor administrative costs of benefits programs and recommend cost containment strategies, including alternative methods for administration and funding. Prepare budgetary recommendations and assist in the monitoring, verifying and reconciling of budgeted funds. Provide customer service support to internal and external customers. Develop communication tools to enhance understanding of the company's benefits package. Design and distribute materials for benefits orientations, open enrollment and summary plan descriptions. Provide training and support to all employees. Coordinate, monitor and distribute health and wellness initiatives and programs to include random drug screens. Provides assistance and participates in special projects as needed.

Requirements

Knowledge of principles, practices and standards of payroll and benefits administration
Must possess research and analytical skills
State and federal labor laws and regulations, specifically related to payroll and benefits administration, payroll and benefits tax, and government agency reporting requirements
Excellent knowledge of MS Office software, specifically Excel as utilized in human resource data collection, analysis and reporting preferred
High School Diploma or Equivalent
5+ years experience in payroll and benefits administration preferred

Nice To Haves

Team player with well- developed interpersonal skills, with proven ability to support a positive team environment

Responsibilities

Performs human resources administrative work
Administers and maintains payroll records, processing, timekeeping functions and performance reviews
Collects and analyzes data and prepares reports
Manages 401(k), Tax credits, unemployment and worker’s compensation reporting, compliance and audits
Tracks and reports trends in turnover, absenteeism, overtime and other HR metrics
Ensures compliance with rules and regulations for payroll administration, reporting, 401(k), state and federal tax credits, and compliance agencies
Trains supervisors, managers, and employees in employee timekeeping, payroll functions and performance reviews
Obtains, verifies, and evaluates general and statistical information
Works with broker to research employee benefits plans and vendors
Coordinates the team that designs, recommends and implements new benefits programs
Serves as primary contact for plan vendors and third-party administrators
Coordinates transfer of data to external contacts for services, premiums and plan administration
Evaluates and revises internal processes to reduce costs and increase efficiency
Ensures compliance with applicable government regulations
Coordinates daily, monthly, quarterly and annual benefits processing
Handles enrollments, leave of absence, COBRA, terminations, changes, beneficiaries, disability, accident and death claims, rollovers, distributions, and hardship loans
Oversees maintenance of employee benefits files, maintains group benefits database and update employee payroll records
Orders benefit supplies which include 401k books, benefit books and employee handbooks
Gathers employee data and oversee the processing of monthly invoices
Allocates group health and dental claims monthly and reviews quarterly
Audits the accuracy and performance of functions performed by broker and TPA
Analyzes current benefits, evaluating the use, services, coverage, effectiveness, cost, plan experience and competitive trends in benefits programs, and identify the company's stance
Prepares, collects and organize data and reports for actuarial assessments
Reviews both short- and long-range cost estimates/projections and relevant statistical analyses regarding modifications in benefits programs and implementation of new programs
Forecasts trends and assist with future benefits designs
Monitors administrative costs of benefits programs and recommend cost containment strategies, including alternative methods for administration and funding
Prepares budgetary recommendations and assist in the monitoring, verifying and reconciling of budgeted funds
Provides customer service support to internal and external customers
Develops communication tools to enhance understanding of the company's benefits package
Designs and distribute materials for benefits orientations, open enrollment and summary plan descriptions
Provides training and support to all employees
Coordinates, monitors and distribute health and wellness initiatives and programs to include random drug screens
Provides assistance and participates in special projects as needed