Payroll Specialist/HR Assistant

Primary Responsibilities (Including but not limited to)

• Responsible for the overall process of the weekly payroll and maintaining the employee database.
• Responsible for the administration and daily coordination of employee benefits programs (including 401(k).
• Process payroll for employees, including reviewing, verifying, and importing hours from the time and attendance system, entering tax and direct deposit information, administering regulatory requirements, e.g., garnishments, tax levies, support orders, and other adjustments pay as necessary.
• Implement and maintain payroll best practices to improve efficiency and processes.
• Evaluate and implement payroll ADP systems upgrades and changes.
• Prepare weekly and quarterly tax reports and submit them to the Accounting team.
• Respond to all unemployment claims promptly.
• Administer the time and attendance policy and paid leave policy for all employees.
• Assists in the administration of annual open enrollment period, including preparation (or revision) and distribution of materials, conducting meetings to communicate changes to employees, and processing changes within deadlines.
• Maintains complete electronic employee personnel files, records, and other documentation for employees, including processing new employees, forms for employment status changes and maintaining timely and accurate files.
• Prepares statistical summaries and reports from the ADP involving payroll information, performance management, demographic data, and other employee data, requiring knowledge of the various Human Resources disciplines.
• Assists to maintain data integrity in systems by running queries and analyzing data and reviewing source documents for accuracy and completion of data input.
• Generates files/reports such as the EEO Q Reports, annual non-discrimination testing for benefits plans, annual reports, as well as other special reports as requested.
• Administer all employee benefit programs, including enrollments and terminations
• Perform other related duties as required and assigned Qualifications and Characteristics Required The individual must possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities and be able to explain and demonstrate that he or she can perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Associate's or bachelor's degree in Business, HR, or Accounting.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience administering payroll required.
• Strong knowledge of tax and wage laws.
• Strong computer literacy including Microsoft Office applications.
• Exceptional multitasking and organizational skills.
• Must have a high level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations.
• Must have strong knowledge of various computer software applications, including payroll, benefits, time, and attendance.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to edit and proofread.
• Excellent time management, organizational, and follow-through skills. Physical/Mental Requirements
• Must be able to lift/push/pull up to 30 lbs.
• Mental demands include learning, thinking, concentration and the ability to work under pressure, particularly during busy times or for special events.
• Physically able to work seated in front of a computer for long hours at a time

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$21.00 - $23.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance

Education:

Bachelor's (Preferred) Ability to

Relocate:

Orlando, FL 32819: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person