What are the responsibilities and job description for the Payroll Specialist position at Highway Products, Inc.?
Job Summary
The Payroll and HR Specialist is a vital member of the Human Resources department at Highway Products, Inc. responsible for overseeing all aspects of payroll processing and providing comprehensive HR support to employees. This role requires a high degree of accuracy, attention to detail, and the ability to maintain confidentiality.
Key Responsibilities:
HR Support:
Qualifications:
The Payroll and HR Specialist is a vital member of the Human Resources department at Highway Products, Inc. responsible for overseeing all aspects of payroll processing and providing comprehensive HR support to employees. This role requires a high degree of accuracy, attention to detail, and the ability to maintain confidentiality.
Key Responsibilities:
- Process bi-weekly/monthly payroll for all employees, including hourly, salaried, and commissioned employees.
- Evaluate and implement accurate and timely processing of all payroll taxes, deductions, and garnishments.
- Maintain precise employee records, including time and attendance, benefits, and personnel files.
- Prepare and distribute paychecks and/or direct deposits.
- Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll issues.
- Reconcile payroll reports and resolve any discrepancies.
- Maintain compliance with all federal, state, and local payroll and tax laws.
- Create various reports for internal and external customers.
HR Support:
- Collaborate with employees during onboarding, including new hire paperwork, benefits enrollment, and orientation.
- Assist with employee offboarding, including exit interviews and final paychecks.
- Maintain accurate employee personnel files in accordance with legal and company requirements.
- Support the administration of employee benefits programs, including health insurance, 401(k), and other voluntary benefits.
- Administer leave of absence programs, including FMLA and short-term disability.
- Provide guidance to employees on HR-related matters, such as company policies, benefits, and employee relations.
- Coordinate employee events and activities.
- Maintain accurate employee data in HRIS system.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field preferred.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in payroll processing and HR administration.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Strong organizational, time management, and communication skills.
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
- Able to maintain confidentiality.
- Able to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
