HR & Payroll Operations Specialist

$55,598 - $74,506/Yr

Homes For Good - Eugene, OR

Full-time - Entry Level

Eugene, OR

About the position

The HR & Payroll Operations Specialist at Homes for Good plays a crucial role in managing payroll and human resources functions. This position is responsible for processing bi-weekly payroll, overseeing benefits administration, and ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations. The specialist will also assist in various HR tasks, including onboarding, employee relations, and labor negotiations, contributing to the overall employee experience within the organization.

Responsibilities

• Process bi-weekly payroll for the entire Agency, ensuring compliance with Federal and State reporting requirements.
• Document, check, review, and verify payroll figures and records for accuracy.
• Review Agency policies and the Collective Bargaining Agreement to implement payroll-related policies and coordinate changes with Agency leaders.
• Provide information on Human Resources rules, collective bargaining agreements, and labor regulations to employees and departments.
• Manage payroll-related tasks including maintenance of employee records, pay action changes, and reconciling payroll before transmission.
• Prepare reports, statements, and summaries related to payroll transactions.
• Update the Agency benefit system for timely enrollment and termination based on personnel actions.
• Reconcile monthly benefit premium statements and prepare for approval and processing.
• Track and reconcile employee paid time off (PTO) balances.
• Process transactions related to the Agency's retirement plan, including payroll changes and loan administration.
• Assist the Human Resources Director in administering HR functions including reclassifications and employee relations.
• Participate in onboarding of new employees regarding timekeeping and benefits education.
• Respond to requests for verifications of employment and earnings.
• Support the HR Generalist in recruiting, onboarding, and leave administration.
• Communicate with employees to ensure understanding of their benefits and assist with inquiries.
• Plan and oversee annual open enrollment for benefits.
• Assist in preparing and presenting employee training and development programs.
• Act as a liaison for resolving HRIS, payroll, and benefits administration system user issues.

Requirements

• Three or more years of experience processing payroll and administering employee group benefits.
• A two-year Associate's degree or equivalent education.
• Knowledge of payroll processing systems, procedures, and controls.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel for data analysis and payroll calculations.

Nice-to-haves

• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) certification is highly preferred.
• Experience with financial record keeping and personnel rules.

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance