Job Information
Robert Half Payroll & Benefits Admin in Chicago, Illinois
Description
To apply to this hybrid role, please send your resume to John Sadofsky at john.sadofsky@roberthalf.c0m
The two biggest things on people’s minds right now: ‘When is it okay for me to start making everything pumpkin spice flavored?’ and ‘Where can I find a fresh start?’. NOTE: This position is a career-fast-track opportunity. Whoever fills this role is expected to be promoted quickly.
We are seeking a Human Resources Benefits and Payroll Administrator to assist the Firm in the administration of its various benefits programs and payroll function. This position will be part of our Human Resources team and will report to the firm’s Director of Human Resources. This position is full-time and requires the candidate to work from our Chicago office at least three days per week, or more, as needed.
Job Description:
• Administers employee benefits programs, including reviewing plan materials, auditing invoices, and updating documentation as needed
• Handles all employee benefits related questions from colleagues, provides relevant documentation while maintaining strict confidentiality and professionalism
• Communicates with FMLA and disability providers to gather and provide information needed for claims
• Manages annual online open-enrollment process and verifies annual employee elections
• Works directly with the company's broker to review plan designs and complete benefit compliance
• Completes on-boarding/off-boarding of employees in payroll and benefit systems
• Processes semi-monthly and ad-hoc payroll as well as makes any adjustments to payroll as needed
• Tracks employee PTO requests and reconciles annually
• Maintains and tests benefits feeds to ensure transmissions
• Coordinates Worker’s compensation audit information
• Tracks 401(k) contribution changes, regularly runs reports and verifies elections for accuracy, coordinates annual compliance audit of the plan
• Supports the HR team with ad hoc items and projects as needed
• Proactively identifies inefficiencies and provides recommendations for process improvement
Requirements
Job Requirements:
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills
• Highly self-motivated with a strong work ethic
• Detail oriented, able to multitask, with excellent time management skills
• Solution oriented and a problem solver
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Experience working in a team-orientated, collaborative environment; team player with a positive and professional attitude
• Highly discreet and maintains strict confidentiality
• Willing to roll up their sleeves, “no job is too small” mindset
• Bachelor’s degree required
• HR Certification (e.g., PHR, SHRM) preferred
• Experience using ADP WorkforceNow highly preferred or other HRIS systems
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft products (i.e., Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
• Experienced report writing and payroll administration required
• 2-5 years of experience working in a Human Resources or Accounting role with an emphasis on benefits
and payroll administration
• Knowledge of benefit and 401(k) programs regulations preferred
To apply to this hybrid role, please send your resume to John Sadofsky at john.sadofsky@roberthalf.c0m
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