PAYROLL / BENEFITS SPECIALIST Full-Time

at  LIFE Pittsburgh

KNOWLEDGE /SKILLS / ABILITIES

• Proven experience with administering the payroll process in a 200+ employee environment.
• Working knowledge of all Federal and State laws affecting payroll and benefits, demonstrates knowledge of how the laws interact with the payroll/benefit processes.
• Experience with Microsoft Office, HRIS Databases and Payroll processing software (Paylocity)
• Excellent communication skills with all levels of staff, ability to maintain patience and professionalism at all times.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize in a high paced work environment.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• HS Diploma or equivalent (BA in related field preferred)
• Minimum of 1-3 years relevant experience with Payroll and Benefit Administration.
  The position description is intended to describe the essential functions of the position and the general duties and responsibilities associated with the position. It is not intended to be comprehensive in nature. In addition, jobs evolve overtime and; therefore, the description may not reflect the precise nature of the position at a given point in time. Staff may be asked to perform essential and non-essential functions at any time with or without notice

• Demonstrates and reflects a commitment to the mission and core values of LIFE Pittsburgh to support the elderly in maintaining their dignity and independence in the community.
• Responsible for all aspects of the maintenance, preparation and processing of a bi-weekly payroll schedule to include daily information updates in the HRIS system, monitoring of the Time & Labor system, and verification of accuracy prior to processing.
• Ensures timely and accurate transmission and payment of local quarterly and year end tax requirements, garnishments and 401(k) elections
• Provides superior customer service to manager and employees with inquires, interpretation and explanation of payroll policies/procedures, payment and deductions and resolves all related issues in a timely manner.
• Continually evaluates and analyzes existing payroll policies, procedures and systems and recommends changes to enhance the quality and efficiency of the department.
• Coordinates and administers enrollment with all LIFE Pittsburgh employee benefits, supports and educates on benefit details/levels of coverage and any applicable cost.
• Provides a high level of customer service to managers and employees with inquiries, interpretation and explanation of all benefit related questions, concerns and issues. Will proactively assist with resolving claim/denial issues with the applicable insurance carriers.
• Responsible for analyzing invoices for accuracy, preparing for payment, maintaining statistics and census data and identifies trends to issues that need to be addressed.
• Oversee, coordinate and monitor all LOA’s to ensure that proper paperwork is completed, documentation from employees and physicians are in compliance and RTW procedures are followed.
• Will perform additional essential and nonessential functions as assigned by supervisor at any time with our without notice.