Payroll and Benefits Specialist

Job Overview :

As a Payroll and Benefits Specialist you will be responsible for auditing the payroll and benefits of unionized buildings, assist with all client employee's benefits administration and functions. In addition to acting as a liaison with union employees and officials.

The job duties listed are typical examples of the work performed by positions in this job classification. Not all duties assigned to every position are included, nor is it expected that all positions will be assigned every duty.

Your Responsibilities :

• Compliance with labor law and reporting requirements, including EEO, ADA, FMLA, PFL, Paid Sick, Commuter Benefits, ERISA, EEO, DOL, workers compensation, and OSHA.
• Conduct internal audits, review and analyze payroll and benefits data to ensure compliance with union contracts, federal and state laws.
• Identify and evaluate risks, create reports and highlight deficiencies / areas of improvement and present findings to the manager.
• Make corrections as needed with the union to be compliant with the laws and regulations and minimize / eliminate exposure to penalties and overpayment of benefits.
• Collaborate with external auditors during statutory audits by providing the records as requested, following all PII data security standards.
• Maintenance of all client FSRNY union sponsored health & welfare benefits such as but not limited to : Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), LTD, STD, COBRA, Disability, and Unemployment Insurance & Worker’s Compensation.
• Conduct bill reconciliations monthly for all insurance providers ensuring total accuracy.
• Update new hires, LOA and terminations in the 32BJ ESS portal.
• Ensure that policies and procedures comply with all government regulations and company guidelines.
• Conducts Resident Manager and Property Manager training on union benefit eligibility
• Administer leaves of absence programs and workers’ compensation claims, including payroll coordination and vendor oversight
• Reports to insurance providers any additions, changes or revisions of benefit coverage as informed by colleague
• Assist with Workers Comp audits
• Create and maintain training manuals for Property Managers and Resident Managers on the proper use of administering LOA’s and best practices.
• Monitors government regulations, legislation, and benefits trends.

Skills & Qualifications :

What We Offer :

As a full-time non-exempt associate, you will be eligible for full comprehensive benefits to include your choice of multiple medical plans, dental, vision, life insurance, short term disability, legal, and identity theft. You will also be eligible for company paid life insurance, long term disability, and benefits from our employee assistance program. In addition, you will be eligible for paid time off, paid holidays, and a 401k with company match.

Compensation : 33 - $38 / hour

Salary : $33 - $38