Job Description
Payroll & Benefits Specialist
Location : Location
US-OH-Avon
Requisition ID
2024-8638
Category
Human Resources Administration
Segment
Kaman Aerospace
Shift
Shift 1
# of Openings
1
Posted Date
2 hours ago(12/20/2024 3:19 PM)
Overview
Year after year, Cleveland Wheel and Brake delivers technical breakthroughs and innovative solutions for our customers. As technology advances and industry shifts, AWB will always be a place where people can come together and make a difference. Invested in our future together.
The Payroll and Benefits Specialist is a member of the HR organization reporting to the Director of HR and is responsible for the management and oversight of all benefit programs and payroll administration for CWB.
SCOPE/SUPERVISION AND INTERACTION:
____ Has Direct Reports X Does Not Have Direct Reports
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
PAYROLL RESPONSIBILITES:
* Responsible for timely, accurate, and compliant payroll processing. Includes multiple pay structures and expense reimbursement items.
* Maintain payroll records and ensure compliance with all relevant laws and regulations.
* Respond to employee inquiries related to payroll in a timely and professional manner.
* Process and maintain employee Time & Attendance data.
* Act as the primary contact for all payroll related needs.
* Be the lead administrator of Paylocity Payroll administration and related tools; update databases with new and changing information; ensure accuracy and integrity of information.
BENEFITS RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Manage employee benefits programs, including health insurance, retirement plans, and leave policies, among others.
* Respond to employee inquiries related to benefits in a timely and professional manner.
* Administer all employee benefit programs such as medical, dental, vision, disability, and retirement programs.
* Provide knowledgeable benefit presentations for all new hires during the onboarding process.
* Assist individuals through enrollment and determine eligibility.
* Assist employees regarding benefits, claim issues and plan changes.
* Respond to benefits inquiries on plan provisions, benefits enrollments, and status changes.
* Enroll employees with carriers and process life status changes.
* Ensure the accuracy of all benefit enrollments and reporting to vendors.
* Act as the primary contact for all benefit related needs.
* Be the lead administrator of Paylocity Benefit administration and related tools; update databases with new and changing information; ensure accuracy and integrity of information.
OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Ensure data accuracy in HR system.
* Process employee data for new hires, changes, additional earnings, etc.
* Assist with the administration of HR programs and policies.
* Assist employees in learning and navigating online portals.
* Workers' comp administration and safety awareness.
Qualifications
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
* Bachelor's degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, Accounting, or a related field
* 5+ years Payroll and Benefits experience in a manufacturing environment
* Paylocity experience preferred
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:
* Demonstrate thorough abilities and/or a proven record of success in understanding individual tax compliance and management.
* Solid understanding of benefit management processes and systems (Paylocity or other benefit software), and their interdependencies.
* Excellent skills with problem-solving, organization, follow through, with unparalleled attention to detail.
* Embody integrity, trustworthiness, reliability, and sound judgment, with proven ability to practice a high-level of discretion in handling people information.
* Is tech-savvy and acclimates easily to new and various technology.
* Approach all projects with a figure-it-out mentality and can-do attitude.
* Strong verbal and written communication skills.
