Payroll & Benefits Coordinator at MKC

JOB SUMMARY: This position is generally responsible for benefit administration, payroll support and other functions of the Talent team.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Able to work independently with minimum supervision.
2. Must be accurate and detail oriented.
3. Computer and data entry skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
4. Ability to react to change productively and handle other essential tasks as assigned.
5. Ability to deal with emotional employees in person and by phone. Ability to resolve complaints in a courteous manner.
6. Possess knowledge of rules and regulations of governmental agencies that apply to the Payroll and Human Resource fields.
7. Maintain a high level of confidentiality.
8. Frequently lift or move 20 pounds and occasionally lift or move 50 pounds.

1. Administer benefits programs for company. Serve as the primary benefit contact for employees and vendors.
2. Administer company leave policies, including FMLA.
3. Present benefits package at new hire orientation. Educate employees so they are able to make educated enrollment decisions.
4. Lead insurance renewal and open enrollment efforts.
5. Maintaining employee benefit files and other record keeping
6. Assist payroll manager with payroll processing, be the primary payroll backup. Responsible for processing payroll quarterly each year.
7. Responsible for ensuring all timesheets are approved each payroll.
8. Processing all garnishments and child support orders.
9. Complete annual audits & censuses for benefit companies.
10. Calculate and process annual incentive bonus amounts.
11. Files Form 1095-C annually.
12. Ensure compliance of all benefit plans. Responsible for staying informed with governmental regulations dealing with human resources and payroll.
13. Undertake special projects as directed.

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT:

Appropriate personal protective equipment in restrictive areas.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

A bachelor's degree from a four year of college or university or 2 years' experience in payroll and benefits administration.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Job involves work inside a climate-controlled office atmosphere.

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