Payroll & Benefits Specialist

HEART OF TEXAS GOODWILL INDUSTRIES•Waco, TX

22h•$17 - $19•Onsite

About The Position

The Payroll & Benefits Specialist is responsible for processing employee payroll under the supervision of the HR Director, providing information to new and current employees, providers, and administrators, coordinating employee benefits, and resolving benefit, retirement, reporting, and reconciliation issues.

Requirements

All individuals must pass a drug screen.
A criminal background check is required.
Must have a valid driver's license and pass a motor vehicle report.
Must be willing to use a personal vehicle to travel between retail, donation, and other Goodwill-owned properties as needed.
Must be willing to accept instructions and carry them out with minimal supervision.
Must be able to work and cooperate with others.
High school diploma or GED required at minimum.
At least one year of administrative and payroll experience strongly preferred.
Experience with payroll software systems strongly preferred; Paycom experience a plus.
High school diploma or GED required; degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field preferred
Minimum one year of payroll and/or benefits administration experience strongly preferred
Knowledge of standard payroll policies, procedures, and regulations strongly preferred
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including intermediate Excel skills
Strong data entry and word processing skills
Experience with payroll software systems; Paycom experience preferred
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Strong organizational and time management skills
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality in handling sensitive employee and financial data
Ability to identify discrepancies and implement corrective procedures

Nice To Haves

Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepare and oversee the weekly payroll process, including reviewing all data in the timekeeping software and coordinating with managers to resolve discrepancies
Review payroll for accuracy prior to processing
Record payroll changes such as pay rate updates, status changes, exemptions, insurance coverage, and other benefits and deductions to maintain accurate master payroll records
Prepare periodic reports of earnings, hours worked, and overtime
Prepare, file, and ensure timely payment of 403(b) reports after each pay period
Prepare and file the Annual Unclaimed Property report to the State of Texas; confirm and issue tax forms on a timely basis
Administer employee benefit programs in compliance with carrier contracts, including enrolling new employees, explaining benefit options, mediating eligibility and payment issues, and facilitating open enrollment
Distribute benefit-related documents including open enrollment packets, new/change forms, COBRA, FMLA, and retirement forms
Maintain a wide variety of benefit records including provider contracts, claim files, and employee records to ensure an up-to-date reference and audit trail
Reconcile enrollment forms and billings to employee records for COBRA, disability, retirement, health, and FMLA to ensure accurate eligibility and payment information
Process documentation for requests from outside agencies and parties, including court-ordered adjustments, employment verifications, and subpoenas of payroll records
Resolve discrepancies in payroll information and documentation with benefit providers and internal stakeholders to ensure accuracy of records and employee payments