Pathways for Life
PayrollandBenefitsSpecialist
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“Payroll and Benefits Specialist at Pathways for Life. Calculate and process bi-weekly payrolls. Review manual changes with appropriate parties”
Industry & Context.
Carry personal auto liability insurance coverage
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
At least 18 years old, Minimum of high school education equivalent, General knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Previous experience with robust payroll software platforms, Valid drivers license
Nice to Have
Ability to work as a team member, Demonstrates good verbal and written communication, Demonstrates good organization skills, Ability to meet the staff as a positive, friendly and professional representative of the organization, Be obsessed with accuracy, Passion for providing great service to our employees, Carry personal auto liability insurance coverage
What You'll Do.
Calculate and process bi-weekly payrolls
Review manual changes with appropriate parties
Onboard new employees to Employee Navigator
Process employee terminations
Work with HR team on employee changes
Reconcile all benefit invoices
Correspond with benefits broker
Correspond with 401k plan administrator
Address employee issues or questions
Respond to employees regarding payroll questions
Respond to employees regarding benefits questions
Participate in projects to improve systems
Participate in initiatives to improve procedures
Lead open enrollment periods
Provide education during open enrollment
Support staff with open enrollment questions
Lead the annual ACA filing
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Work with HR team; Work closely with Accounting; Work closely with Finance team; Maintain working relationship with benefits broker; Maintain working relationship with 401k plan administrator
Full Job Description
TITLE OF POSITION: Payroll and Benefits Specialist REPORTS TO: Director of Human Resources; Corporate Controller DUTIES OF POSITION: The Payroll and Benefits Specialist is responsible for accurately calculating and processing payroll including benefits, taxes, PTO and sick leave, as well as deductions and reimbursements Work hours: Normal business hours Monday-Friday with flexibility on start and end times Compensation: $60k – $80k depending on experience. Company Overview: This position covers payroll and benefits for both Pathways For Life and Noble Hospice. At Pathways For Life, we create possibilities for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. We provide a wide range of supports including in-home care services, day programs, employment services, and residential solutions that empower individuals to live fulfilling and independent lives. At Noble Hospice we provide unmatched, compassionate care to Arizonans at end-of-life. Our unique care model ensures we provide more time, more attention and more support to our patients. POSITION RESPONSIBILITES: Accurately calculate and process bi-weekly payrolls for 4 entities on 2 payroll software platforms Reviews all manual changes with appropriate parties during each payroll processing period for accuracy Promptly onboard new employees to Employee Navigator and the payroll platforms; remove when a termination comes in Work with HR team on any employee changes or updates Work closely with the Accounting and Finance team on reconciliation of all benefit invoices Correspond and maintain a great working relationship with our benefits broker and 401k plan administrator to address any employee issues or questions that may arise. Respond to employees in a timely manner regarding questions around payroll or benefits that come in through email, calls, and messaging Participate in projects and initiatives to improve systems and procedures Help lead open enrollment periods to provide education and support to th
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