Benefit & Payroll Specialist

$32,000 - $34,000/Yr

Unclassified - El Dorado, AR

Full-time

El Dorado, AR

About the position

The Benefit and Payroll Specialist at South Arkansas College is a vital role within the HR team, responsible for managing payroll processes, maintaining personnel records, and overseeing employee benefits. This position ensures compliance with state and federal laws while providing support during employee orientation and HR events. The role requires attention to detail and strong organizational skills to handle sensitive information and assist with various HR functions.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and process payroll(s) within the established timeframes to ensure accuracy and timely payment.
• Review timecards and other payroll related data for accuracy, resolve payroll discrepancies, and plan workflows for the various payrolls.
• Monitor and maintain leave on a continual basis to ensure compliance with policies and procedures.
• Assist in preparing payroll reports for state and federal agencies, assists departments with payroll related questions or problems, and compiles data concerning payroll production when requested.
• Reconcile retirement and other benefits in coordination with the Director.
• Prepare spreadsheets and databases to track employee-related information.
• Maintain current and former employee files in accordance with federal and state laws and regulations.
• Assist with orienting new employees by explaining policies and procedures, obtaining required employee information, and advising employees of benefits packages.
• Scan and index files through the imaging system.
• Assist with Human Resource events to include, but not limited to, new employee orientation, benefits fair, and employee recognition.
• Provides technical assistance concerning payroll, insurance, and other benefits, as needed.
• Participate in shared governance committees and other various activities related to Human Resources.
• Answer departmental phone calls.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Accounting, or related field.
• Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in office administration and/or payroll.
• Familiarity with payroll systems; Jenzabar experience preferred.

Nice-to-haves

• Master's degree in business administration, or related field.
• Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in office administration and/or payroll.
• Jenzabar and Higher Education experience a plus.
• Familiarity with state and federal payroll and tax rules and regulations.
• Extensive education or significant experience may be considered in lieu of specific qualifications.

Benefits

• Excellent benefit package.