Payroll and Benefits Specialist (Temporary)

Hypertec Group • Plainfield, IN

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About The Position

Hypertec is seeking a Payroll and Benefits Specialist to join our Human Resources team. This role is responsible for preparing and processing bi-weekly payroll, managing year-end tax forms, coordinating with various departments to ensure accurate and timely payroll, processing garnishments, coordinating benefit premium payments, assisting with time off policies, administering group medical and retirement benefits, and providing customer service to employees regarding payroll and benefits. The role also involves providing guidance on payroll and timekeeping systems and assisting with special projects.

Requirements

• 3 to 5 years' experience with full-cycle payroll processing for USA employees.
• Proficient computer skills with Word, Outlook, and Excel (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables).
• Personal integrity when working with confidential information.
• Strong attention to detail and adaptability, with ability to process large volumes of data.
• Superior problem solving, multitasking, and organizational skills.
• Strong interpersonal & communication skills in English (verbal and written).

Nice To Haves

• Experience with UKG payroll system, preferred.
• Certification from the PayrollOrg (formerly the American Payroll Association) or ongoing is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and process bi-weekly payroll for 100+ hourly and salaried employees in USA using UKG; manage off-cycles as needed.
• Manage year-end processing of tax forms (W-2s and 1095-Cs) and government declarations.
• Coordinate efforts between Payroll, HR, Finance and other departments to ensure employees are paid accurately, on time, and in accordance with government legislation.
• Review and validate timecard entries for hourly employees.
• Analyze custom reporting to review significant variances for accuracy.
• Process and monitor garnishment orders and other special payments.
• Coordinate benefit premium payments for employees on leave of absence.
• Assist in managing various time off policies.
• Coordinate and administer group medical benefits and retirement (401k) benefits, including enrollments, terminations, and monthly invoice reconciliations.
• Coordinate various elements of the annual benefits renewal and Open Enrollment cycle.
• Assist in annual Workers Compensation renewal and audit.
• Provide excellent customer service to employees by responding to general inquiries regarding payroll and benefits.
• Provide guidance and training to employees on payroll and timekeeping systems.
• Special projects as needed.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefit plan offerings, allowing our employees to tailor their benefits to fit their unique health needs and preferences. Including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and EAP.
• 401K with employer contribution.
• Health Savings Account (HSA).
• Paid Floater Days.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed