Steel Dynamics - Fort Wayne, IN
posted 3 months ago
We are currently seeking a Payroll and Benefits Specialist for the Human Resources Department at the Corporate Office. The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting in the accounting and administration of the company's benefit programs and performing advanced payroll functions. This position includes frequent interaction with the divisional payroll departments regarding benefit and payroll issues. The position will report to the Manager of Payroll. In terms of payroll responsibilities, the specialist will process multi-state corporate payrolls, handle voluntary and involuntary deductions such as levies and garnishments, and maintain employee payroll records. They will also prepare accounting transactions, ensuring that the proper accounts are affected and that accruals are accurate. Acting as a liaison with divisional payroll clerks, the specialist will respond to technical questions and troubleshoot payroll processing issues while maintaining confidentiality of employee information. Additional duties may be required as needed. On the benefits side, the specialist will assist in the administration of various employee benefits programs, including profit sharing and retirement savings plans, health and dental plans, life and disability plans, family medical leave, cafeteria plans, and stock plans. They will administer company HIPAA privacy and security policies as appropriate and present employee benefit topics at meetings and company events. The specialist will also process new hire enrollments, terminations, and changes, perform E-Verify on corporate new hires, and act as divisional back-up. Other duties may also be required as necessary.