What are the responsibilities and job description for the Benefits & Payroll Coordinator position at Gfmco Llc?
Position Overview
Goldens' Foundry & Machine Company is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Benefits & Payroll Coordinator to join our Human Resources team. This role is pivotal in administering employee benefits programs, processing payroll, and ensuring compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, proficiency in HRIS and payroll systems, and a commitment to maintaining accurate and confidential records.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Administer and coordinate comprehensive employee benefits programs, including health, dental, vision, life insurance, and retirement plans.
- Serve as the primary contact for employees regarding benefits inquiries, providing timely and accurate information.
- Coordinate annual open enrollment processes, including communication, enrollment, and troubleshooting.
- Ensure compliance with COBRA, FMLA, and other relevant regulations, maintaining accurate records and documentation.
- Accurately process bi-weekly payroll for all employees, ensuring compliance with federal and state wage and hour laws.
- Maintain and update payroll records, including new hires, terminations, and changes in employee status.
- Reconcile payroll prior to transmission and validate confirmed reports.
- Prepare and submit required reports related to payroll, taxes, and deductions.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of applicable federal and state employment laws and regulations.
- Ensure all benefits and payroll practices comply with legal requirements and company policies.
- Prepare and maintain accurate records and reports of payroll transactions.
- Assist with audits and ensure timely responses to information requests.
- Develop and distribute communication materials related to benefits and payroll.
- Conduct new hire orientations, explaining benefits and payroll procedures.
- Address and resolve employee concerns related to benefits and payroll in a confidential and professional manner.
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
- Minimum of 2-4 years of experience in benefits administration and payroll processing.
- Proficiency in HRIS and payroll systems; experience with ADP Workforce Now is a plus.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Strong understanding of federal and state regulations related to benefits and payroll.
- Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills.
- High level of confidentiality and ethical standards.
- Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
Pre employment drug screening required.
Additionally, safety is our highest priority and safety procedures/guidelines must always be adhered to. This includes wearing PPE such as hard hat, eye protection, hearing protection, flame retardant clothing, and steel toe work boots. Punctuality and attendance are essential to success, as well as contributing to an overall positive team atmosphere.
GFMCO, LLC provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, or disability. In addition to federal law requirements, GFMCO, LLC comply with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.