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Minnesota State Job Bank Payroll & Benefits Specialist in Stillwater, Minnesota
Position Summary The Payroll & Benefits Specialist is responsible for the coordination and administration of company payroll and benefits processes, procedures, systems and compliance. Under the direction of the Chief Financial & Administrative Services Officer, this position critically reviews and analyzes payroll, benefits and tax procedures to ensure accurate and timely delivery of all related services to company employees. Direct Reports None Payroll & Benefits Specialist Essential Functions Operates as the subject matter expert in benefits and payroll; is accountable for the oversight and performance of internal processes and outside vendors related to the company payroll and benefits program. Actively works with the department Director to develop and implement payroll processes and systems, trains and facilitates management and employee understanding of payroll procedures Works with 3rd party payroll company to ensure accurate and timely payroll and benefits administration Identifies and implements efficient payroll processes and develops audits to streamline a complex payroll Provides ongoing training to managers and employees regarding payroll and benefits Serves as primary contact for all 3rd party payroll and benefit vendors; maintains the relationship and communicates relevant information to leadership Coordinates payroll data entry and completes bi-weekly and semi-monthly payroll processing Assists with compliance with federal, state and local legal requirements, advising management on needed actions. Interacts with external auditors from various agencies Administers Open Enrollment and new hire benefits, as well as mid-year changes Serves as primary employee contact for questions relating to payroll and benefits Builds and maintains accurate benefit enrollment information within HRIS Administers the Annual Employee Benefit Renewal Process including communicating with employees on all benefit changes and answering benefit questions and general inquiries Develops and implements company wellness program including but not limited to third party EAP oversight, wellness initiatives and special projects as directed Completes periodic payroll & benefit reporting and compliance including but not limited to: ACA, W2s, 5500 Other Essential Functions Must be available to work outside of regular working hours on occasion and able to travel to other offices as needed Participates in department and company meetings, as requested Performs other duties as assigned Job Type: Full-time Associated Eye Care is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer