Payroll & Benefits Coordinator

American Phoenix Inc • Eau Claire, WI

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About The Position

American Phoenix, Inc. is seeking a Payroll and Benefits Coordinator to join its Human Resources team. The role supports the Human Resources Manager with payroll, benefits, time and attendance, and conflict mitigation. The coordinator investigates and resolves payroll issues and ensures compliance with company and regulatory standards. The position is full-time and offers a competitive base salary and benefits package. The ideal candidate has a degree in Human Resources or a related field, enjoys a fast-paced environment, pays close attention to detail, and wants to grow professionally with the company.

Requirements

• Associate degree or higher in a related field.
• At least 1 year of payroll and/or benefits administration experience, or equivalent related experience.
• Ability to work independently and exercise good judgment.
• Attention to detail and ability to multitask.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality when handling employee information and sensitive matters.
• Ability to communicate professionally with coworkers; plan, prioritize, and organize work effectively; remain patient; work effectively under pressure and deadlines; analyze problems and propose reasonable solutions; make and carry out logical decisions; and follow up with feedback where appropriate.
• Ability to use required office equipment proficiently and accurately enter data using a PC for word processing, spreadsheets, email, internet, and database activities.
• Ability to perform basic math, including operations with fractions, decimals, and percentages.
• Must successfully pass a background check.

Nice To Haves

• Paylocity experience.
• At least 1 year of experience in payroll, HRIS administration, benefits administration, accounting, and/or human resources, preferably in a multi-state, multi-location manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of major payroll, benefits, and employment laws, such as Title VII, FLSA, and OSHA.
• A degree in Human Resources or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Process payroll.
• Administer garnishments.
• Manage time and attendance.
• Resolve conflicts related to payroll and benefits.
• Record FMLA leaves in coordination with HR tracking.
• Maintain records.
• Oversee benefit administration.
• Oversee the open enrollment process.
• Oversee the 401(k) plan.
• Assist with audits.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Immediate PTO accrual
• 2 annual personal days
• 9 paid holidays
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Company-paid long- and short-term disability
• Company-paid life insurance
• Competitive base salary and benefits package

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree