Human Resources Benefits and Payroll Administrator

Description

The Human Resources Benefits and Payroll Administrator (BPA) is responsible for the day-to-day operations of employee compensation and benefits, ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing, administering benefits programs, and maintaining compliance with relevant regulations through audits, reconciliations and reporting. The BPA will also assist with HRIS duties as needed. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Process end-to-end payroll for employees, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of payments.
• Maintain payroll records, including new hires, terminations, salary changes, and deductions.
• Calculate and process payroll-related taxes, benefits, and other deductions.
• Stay updated with payroll regulations, tax laws, and compliance requirements to ensure accurate payroll processing.
• Administer employee benefits programs, including health insurance, retirement plans, leaves of absence, and other Benefits initiatives.
• Communicate with employees regarding payroll-related inquiries, benefits enrolment, and changes.
• Collaborate with the HR team to ensure accurate employee data in payroll and benefits systems.
• Process and reconcile payroll-related reports, such as monthly payroll summaries, tax filings, and benefits contributions.
• Assist in the preparation and submission of statutory reports and filings related to payroll and employee benefits.
• Support the implementation and integration of payroll and Benefits systems or software.
• Collaborate with external vendors, such as benefits providers and payroll service providers, to resolve issues and ensure smooth operations.
• Ensure compliance with data protection and confidentiality policies in handling sensitive employee information.
• Stay updated with industry best practices and emerging trends in payroll and Benefits management.
• Provide general administrative support to the HR team as needed.

Qualifications:

• Experience as a Payroll Administrator, Compensation & Benefits Administrator, or similar role.
• Knowledge of payroll processes, tax regulations, and compliance requirements.
• Familiarity with Benefits management principles and employee benefits programs.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in processing payroll and administering Benefits.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills to handle multiple payroll cycles and deadlines.
• Knowledge of relevant employment laws, regulations, and data protection requirements.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
• Proficient in using MS Office applications, particularly Excel, for data analysis and reporting.
• Experience with HRIS systems and payroll software (primarily Paylocity) is advantageous.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify and resolve payroll-related issues.
• Continuous learning mindset to stay updated with changes in payroll and Benefits management practices.