Payroll & Benefits Specialist Jobs

• Work with the Accounting Department on various reports for budgeting, insurance, and other information as needed.
• Update and maintain databases for payroll, time and attendance, and benefits administration.
• Administer employee benefit programs that include: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long-term disability insurance, flexible spending, and COBRA. Assist employees in resolving benefits issues with carriers.
• Process bi-weekly payroll for hourly and salary employees. Reconcile payroll prior to transmission.
• Process accurate and timely court orders, 401(k) deposits, tax information, and year end reporting.
• Implement and manage open enrollment in the payroll system on an annual basis.
• Manage and maintain compliance documentation relating to payroll, benefits, 401(k), FMLA, workers’ compensation, etc. Prepare and assist with audits by agency and corporate appointed auditors.
• Process workers’ compensation events. Work with the Managed Care Organization (MCO), Third Party Administrator (TPA), and legal on claims and proper procedures for and return to work.
• Perform other duties as requested by manager.
• Determine eligibility and distribute Employee Service Awards.
• Serve as the Plan Administrator for the 401(k) and frozen Pension plans. This includes: assisting plan participants with questions; processing new hires, retirement pension applications, Qualified Domestic Relations Orders, and loans; distributing participant communications and required notices; preparing, submitting, and filling yearly reports for calculation of 5500 forms.
• Coordinate short and long-term disability claims and FMLA documentation. Manage all administrative aspects of leave. This includes: tracking hours used/taken, claim approval/denial, return to work procedure, and payroll adjustments.

Requirements

• Possess a high emotional intelligence and logical thought process
• 3+ years of Human Resources experience with a focus on payroll and benefit administration
• Must have excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Has a working knowledge of HRIS systems (UKG experience a plus)
• Ability to take initiative and work independently with minimal supervision
• Must have a professional and positive attitude
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality on sensitive issues
• Excellent organizational skills
• Bachelor’s degree preferred: Human Resources Management, Accounting, Business Management or related field

Benefits
The benefits at Shin-Etsu Silicones include: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long term disability insurance, 401(k) with company match, 10-paid holidays, vacation and personal time off, gym membership reimbursement, competitive salary.
In addition to the benefits listed above, Shin-Etsu also offers: Job stability and security, excellent growth opportunities, a safe and clean work environment, a great reputation in the industry as a leading silicone manufacturer, an exceptional culture.