Payroll Insurance and Employee Benefits Specialist (52603)

WESTCARE INC•Henderson, NV

6d•$46,000 - $46,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Payroll, Insurance and Benefits Specialist provides essential administrative and operational support to the Payroll and Insurance Department. This position assists with the preparation and review of semi-monthly payroll, organizes and maintains employee benefits and insurance records, and helps facilitate communication between employees, insurance providers, and internal departments. The Specialist supports the management of the property and casualty (P&C) insurance documentation, distributes payroll and benefits correspondence, and aids in onboarding and offboarding processes related to payroll and benefits. Working closely with the department Manager and Vice President, this role contributes to day-to-day efficiency and ensures accurate recordkeeping and timely service delivery.

Requirements

Strong Microsoft “Excel” experience necessary
Ability to work collaboratively with others in a manner that is pleasant and professional
Ability to work well in at team environment
Ability to exercise good judgment and discretion
Ability to operate a computer and complete documents in Microsoft Word program formats or the ability to learn
Ability to respond as needed to crisis situations in an efficient manner
Ability to complete work tasks within scheduled work hours
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Willing to seek out new work projects and contribute ideas and efforts to the constant improvement of WestCare services
High School Diploma or equivalent is required.

Nice To Haves

Prior payroll or benefits experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist in preparing, reviewing, and verifying semi-monthly payroll for accuracy and completeness
Help resolve employee payroll and benefits inquiries and escalate complex issues as needed
Assist with reporting and auditing within the payroll and benefits departments
Assist with routine payroll, insurance and benefit duties between payrolls
Answering employee inquiries regarding Payroll and Benefits
Scanning and retention of Insurance, Payroll & Benefit related documents
Track and update employee benefit status changes in HRIS/payroll systems
Review, process, and upload garnishment documents to HRIS system
Assist other WestCare staff as needed in a collaborative manner to promote cooperation and portray a professional image to the community
Monitor and track employees on leave for possible benefit repayment plans
Assist with open enrollment processes, including communications and scheduling
Track incidents and claims, and coordinate basic communications with department management
Work closely with Human Resources, Accounting and Operations on all Insurance, Payroll and Benefits related items and inquiries
Assist with the administration, communication, and compliance of the company’s insurance, payroll, benefits, defined benefit, and health & welfare plans.
Embrace and embody the mission, vision, guiding principles, clinical vision, and goals of WestCare Foundation
Support in the collection, scanning, saving and updating of spread sheets and documents within the department