Payroll and Benefits Coordinator

Full-time

Solon, OH

About the position

We are seeking to fill a Payroll and Benefits Coordinator at Coleto Brands. This role will support the Payroll and Benefits Manager for the accurate preparation, processing, reconciliation, and documentation activities of biweekly, multi-state payroll for 450+ employees. Supporting the Payroll and Benefits Manager for the administration of group benefits programs (medical, dental, vision, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, voluntary supplemental plans, retirement plans, flexible spending accounts, health savings account, etc.). If you are dedicated to getting your job done on time and according to plan, we want you to apply!

Responsibilities

• Supports Manager to run payroll reports for recordkeeping purposes and reviews for accuracy.
• Enters, maintains, and processes information in the HRIS.
• Processes various payroll adjustments.
• Documents payroll adjustments, changes, and regular processes to maintain a clear record of processing, reconciliation, and adjustments.
• Processes wage garnishments, pay levies, and other involuntary court-ordered payments.
• Responds to and resolves employee inquiries regarding paychecks.
• Resolves payroll issues as needed.
• Partners with payroll service provider to ensure system is functioning properly and employee pay data is accurate.
• Serves as a contact to employees and dependents for benefit plan and claims inquiries.
• Works closely with benefit carriers to communicate enrollment changes and resolve claims and billing issues.
• Maintains HRIS and carrier systems with all enrollment changes, and ensures accurate recordkeeping.
• Communicates to employees about benefit deduction adjustments for payroll processing.
• Completes benefit enrollments, changes, and terminations for new hire onboarding, life events, employee termination, open enrollment, and COBRA-qualifying events.
• Reviews invoices and payroll deduction/benefit enrollment reporting for accuracy and reconciliation purposes.
• Handles administration of employee enrollment, eligibility verification, and interaction with insurance carriers.
• Monitors HRIS carrier feed reporting for accuracy.
• Provides benefits census data and reporting when requested.
• Partners with Employee Experience team on employee initiatives to foster a culture of engagement, growth, and development.
• Ad hoc projects.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience
• Works well independently and in a team environment
• Excellent communication skills
• Enjoys building relationships and interacting with employees
• Positive can-do attitude and eagerness to learn
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
• Knowledgeable of city, state, local, and federal legislation affecting payroll
• Strong MS skills with knowledge of Excel data manipulation (pivot tables, etc.) and PowerPoint

Nice-to-haves

• Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) or Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) certification for payroll administration
• Certified Employee Benefit Specialist (CEBS) or Certified Benefits Professional (CBP) certification a plus for benefits administration

Benefits

• Equal opportunity employer
• Commitment to reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities
• E-Verify employer