Payroll & Benefits Coordinator

$58,656 - $66,500/Yr

Blackhawk Community Credit Union - Janesville, WI

Full-time - Mid Level

Janesville, WI

Credit Intermediation and Related Activities

About the position

The Payroll & Benefits Coordinator plays a crucial role in the Human Resources department, responsible for the accurate and timely processing of payroll and the management of employee benefits programs. This position requires a strong background in payroll administration, excellent organizational skills, and a thorough understanding of benefits management to ensure compliance with relevant laws and company policies.

Responsibilities

• Process payroll on a bi-weekly basis, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies and relevant laws.
• Calculate and input employee hours, bonuses, and other payroll-related data into the system.
• Review timesheets and attendance records for accuracy and completeness.
• Address payroll-related inquiries from employees and managers, providing timely and accurate responses.
• Maintain payroll records and employee information in accordance with confidentiality and data protection policies.
• Prepare payroll reports for management review and audit purposes.
• Administer employee benefits programs, including health insurance, retirement plans, and flexible spending accounts.
• Identify opportunities for new employee benefit solutions.
• Coordinate open enrollment periods and assist employees with benefit plan options and changes.
• Process benefit enrollments, changes, and terminations accurately and promptly.
• Collaborate with benefit providers and insurance brokers to resolve issues and ensure smooth administration of benefits.
• Manage the company PTO program, process compensation changes, direct deposits, vacation and holiday pay, enter new hires, and other adjustments.
• Recognize opportunities and implement efficiencies in payroll and benefit processes.
• Stay updated on federal, state, and local regulations governing payroll and benefits to ensure compliance.
• Collaborate with the HR Generalist to plan and execute employee events and initiatives.
• Follow processes and procedures established to ensure compliance with the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA).
• Complete required annual BSA training to understand responsibilities that apply to BSA.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or associate degree in a related field or equivalent level of knowledge, skills, and abilities typically acquired through work experience.
• Two to five years' experience in a related field.
• Ability to attain and maintain appropriate HR certification (aPHR, PHR).
• Strong analytical and organizational skills.
• Attention to detail and a solutions-based mindset.
• Strong interpersonal skills, maturity, and good judgment.
• Well-developed skills in verbal and written communication.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in payroll administration.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.

Benefits

• Paid holidays
• Retirement plan