26.05.08 Payroll & Benefits Specialist at Pathways for… · Arizona

Summary: Pathways For Life is dedicated to creating possibilities for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. They are seeking a Payroll and Benefits Specialist responsible for calculating and processing payroll, managing employee benefits, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Responsibilities: - 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 the staff with questions they may have - Helps lead the annual ACA filing for all entities - Ability to maintain compliance with HIPAA requirements Required Qualifications: - At least 18 years old - Ability to work as a team member, establish and maintain effective working relationships - Demonstrates good verbal and written communication, and organization skills - Ability to meet the staff as a positive, friendly and professional representative of the organization - Be obsessed with accuracy and passion for providing great service to our employees - Minimum of high school education equivalent - General knowledge of Microsoft Excel - Previous experience with robust payroll software platforms - Valid drivers license and carry personal auto liability insurance coverage Required Skills: Payroll processing, Benefits administration, Employee Navigator, Microsoft Excel, HIPAA compliance