What are the responsibilities and job description for the Payroll & Benefits Specialist position at Metro?
Metro connects people, places, and opportunities through quality transit services.
As a Full-Time Payroll & Benefits Specialist, you'll enjoy competitive compensation and a stellar benefits package, all while making a difference in your community.
Position Title: Payroll & Benefits Specialist
Reporting to the Finance Director, the Payroll & Benefits Specialist is responsible for the accurate preparation, disbursement, and reconciliation of payroll, administration of employee benefits, and records management for 300 employees.
Schedule: 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. (Monday – Friday)
EEO Category: Administrative Support
FLSA Status: Non-exempt
Status: Non-represented
Compensation: $25 - $29 per hour – Depends on Experience.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities of the Payroll & Benefits Specialist
- Regular and predictable attendance and performance of essential job duties.
- Processes weekly payrolls, including payroll deductions and wage adjustments as required by status sheets and collective bargaining agreements.
- Sends weekly ACH file to bank and creates month end payroll journal entries for general ledger and labor reports.
- Stays informed of applicable payroll tax and deduction changes.
- Prepares and files IRS quarterly and year-end tax forms.
- Prepares monthly HR Reports including, DOT and EEO reports.
- Administers employee benefits, including but not limited to, uniform/tool allowances, health, long term and short-term disability, life and retirement.
- Provides accurate information about benefits and policies to Metro employees.
- Assists with on-boarding and orientation of benefits for new employees.
- Enters accurate data into human resource/payroll software for all new employees, changes, and terminations.
- Receive, process and track wage garnishments.
- Completes written and verbal verifications of employment.
- Performs Metro property final audit and verifies the return of all property.
- Assists with human resource activities as assigned.
- Perform other related duties, as assigned.
Minimum Requirements of the Payroll & Benefits Specialist:
- Associate degree or higher. Minimum five (5) years experience with payroll processing and benefits administration; or an equivalent amount of education or professional certification and experience required. Public sector experience preferred.
- Knowledge of Crystal Reports desired.
- Strong communication and accounting skills.
- Excellent attention to detail.
- Proficient computer skills and experience with Microsoft Office and payroll software.
- Good job performance and attendance record.
- Ability to pass physical, back screen and drug screen, and complete background check
Metro considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, sex, ethnicity, national origin, religion, gender, age, pregnancy, marital status, veteran’s status, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, or any other protected basis prohibited by law.
“An Equal Employment Opportunity Employer”
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $25.00 - $29.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Application Question(s):
- Do you have any relatives that work for Metro Transit?
Experience:
- Payroll: 3 years (Required)
- Benefits administration: 1 year (Required)
Work Location: One location
