Job Description - Payroll & Benefits Administrator
Job Title: Payroll & Benefits Administrator
Department: Accounting/Finance
Classification: Permanent, Full-time
Location: Lititz, PA
TO APPLY: Please download our application and return your completed form via one of two methods listed below.
- Email to: hr@esbenshades.com
- Print and return to the courtesy counter at our Lititz Store
Description: The Payroll and Benefits Administrator will work within our accounting department to gather payroll information needed to process and finalize paychecks (24 hours a week). They will use the Paylocity system to maintain employee data and keep up with any changes that need to be made. They will reconcile employee time records for each bi-weekly pay period and verify work hours are correct. They will be responsible to accurately calculate and enter payroll data such as reimbursements, deductions, bonuses and other payable hours. If any payroll issues or discrepancies occur, the Payroll and Benefits Administrator will investigate and take the necessary steps to resolve them. They will work with employees to answer questions regarding their checks or other payroll related matters. After closing payroll, they will prepare payroll and financial reports on a biweekly basis. The Payroll and Benefits Administrator will also manage benefit enrollments and updates for health, dental, vision, life, and 401K/Roth IRA (16 hours weekly).
Responsibilities:
- Maintain accurate employee records using the Paylocity System including address changes, direct deposits, etc.
- Update payroll records and benefits resulting from employee changes such as address changes, job title, deductions and reimbursements, direct deposits, etc. according to company policies and procedures
- Audit timekeeping records prior to running payroll
- Process bi-weekly payroll for employees in a timely and accurate manner, for multiple locations
- Resolve payroll discrepancies
- Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll matters
- Prepare financial reports including summaries of earnings, deductions, paid time off, 401k benefits, hours worked, etc.
- Help with other accounting office work as needed
- Process insurance enrollments and cancelations in a timely manner (Health, Dental, Vision, Life, 401K/Roth IRA)
- Partner with Human Resources to ensure employees are notified of eligibility for benefits and receive enrollment packets
- Monitor benefits administration systems (Paylocity, Fulton Financial, etc.) to ensure enrollments are accurate
- Partner with HR, our insurance broker, and HRA administrator to ensure accuracy and updates
Skills and Qualifications:
- Strong computer skills such as Microsoft Office (particularly Excel), typing, system and software knowledge
- Accurate data entry skills with great attention to detail
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
- Being an effective team player
- Sound decision-making skills
- Ability to multitask and meet specific deadlines
- Ability to work independently in a time-sensitive environment
- Confidentiality and respect for the privacy of employee records
Education:
- Any combination of education or experience that has prepared you to be a successful payroll clerk
- Associates degree in Business Administration, Accounting, or Finance preferred
- GED or High School Diploma and at least two years of experience in payroll related work