Payroll and Benefits Administrator

Through our offering of furniture, walls, and audio-visual solutions, Continua Interiors is on a mission to transform the way people work, learn and heal across the Midwest. Centered around our core values, Continua places great importance on fostering a supportive work environment that values the culture, community, and connection with both team members and clients. We are not just a company; we are a movement, reshaping the dealer landscape across the Midwest.

OUR CORE VALUES: Strive To Be Great | Do Hard Things | Stronger Together | Own It

ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Accurate Processing of Payroll and Commissions
• Payroll Reporting and Compliance
• Payroll Tax Reporting and Compliance
• Union Payroll and Benefits Administration

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING:

Payroll Administration:

• Process multi-state payroll for up to four sister companies.
• Ensure timely and accurate processing of biweekly payroll transactions: gross pay, benefits, commissions, garnishments, taxes, reimbursements, and other deductions.
• Verify employee timesheets, work hours, and attendance records.
• Enter union hours worked, prepare payroll calculations, process payroll and fringe benefits
• Ensure accurate and timely processing of employee updates within the payroll system, including new hires, terminations, and changes to pay rates.
• Prepare general ledger journal entries for payroll, taxes, and benefit entries.
• Respond to employee payroll questions.
• Process expense reimbursements through payroll system.
• Prepare commission calculations and process approved commission payments.
• Reconcile W3, W2, and quarterly payroll tax filings to resolve any discrepancies.
• Receive, enter, answer, and file garnishments in accordance with federal and state requirements.
• Manage federal and state government compliance filing, reports, and posting.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Collaborate with Leadership regarding payroll requests and reports.
• Maintain and compile accurate records for workers compensation audits.

Benefits Administration:

• Manage benefits reconciliations, update employee deductions, and ensure timely payment with insurance carriers and other benefit providers.
• Track and balance all Health Savings Account (HSA) contributions.
• Manage 401k administration and participate in internal and external audits.
• Work closely with People & Culture on benefits administration, leaves of absences, and audits.

WHAT YOU SHOULD HAVE:

• 5 years of experience in payroll and benefits administration.
• Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree, preferably in Accounting, Human Resources, or relevant.
• Union payroll experience is strongly preferred but not required.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion with employee information.
• Solid understanding of payroll, payroll tax laws, and HRIS and payroll platforms.
• Experience with Paycor and/or Paylocity strongly preferred.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills: pivot tables, v-lookups, filters, etc.
• Understanding of leaves of absence and applicable laws and regulations as they relate to payroll.
• Strong communication skills: ability to communicate clearly to all levels of leadership and with employees.
• Physical Requirements: While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and stoop. The employee may occasionally lift and /or move up to 20 pounds. This position may require travel between offices, jobsites, and/or client locations, which may involve extended periods of sitting or standing, lifting light luggage, and adapting to different time zones.

WHAT WE BRING TO THE TABLE:

• A State-of-the-Art Facility with plenty of free parking, incredible technology throughout, and a multitude of workspaces at your disposal
• Use the EOS (Entrepreneurial Operating System) methodology to provide tools to help individuals and teams achieve goals, growth, and improvement.
• Quarterly All Company Meetings
• Seasonal Onsite Flu Shot Clinic
• Community Service opportunities
• Company social hours
• Ability to use your talents and strengths to make a positive impact

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

The hiring compensation range for this position is $70,000-$95,000 annually. Actual compensation will be determined based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to the candidate's experience, skills, qualifications, and location, as well as internal equity and market considerations.

Benefits available in this position include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Company paid Short Term and Long Term Disability insurance
• Critical Illness and Accident Insurance
• HSA, DCA and FSA options available
• Paid time off and holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• 401k Match (50% of every 1% up to 4%)

Notice: The physical demands described above are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their manager.

Notice: This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.

Continua is a drug-free workplace.

Continua is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender, age, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status, or marital status.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $70,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Commute:

• Minneapolis, MN 55441 (Preferred)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Minneapolis, MN 55441

Salary : $70,000 - $95,000