Position Overview:
Mitsubishi HC Capital America, Inc. (MHCA) is looking for a qualified Payroll and Benefits Administrator to assist in all activities regarding the management of employee Total Rewards in the company. You will undertake a variety of tasks such as entering payroll information, calculating wages, and making payments with accuracy. You will be experienced in entering data with attention to detail and will have good math skills to make the necessary calculations. Candidate will be required to work in Norwalk, CT office.
Commitment to Internal Control:
The incumbent accepts the responsibility for establishing and maintaining the internal control system associated with the essential duties and responsibilities of the functional areas that the incumbent manages.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
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Administers all employee benefits changes in ADP such as medical, dental, vision, flex spending, disability, and retirement plans (Defined Contribution 401(k)).-
Responsible for verifying and remitting contributions to Company 401(k) and HSA plans on a timely basis. Verify 401(k) loan deductions.
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Manage benefit and payroll deliverables using payroll ADP WorkForce Now.
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Develop in-depth understanding of ADP payroll software and HRIS. Create reports on demand.
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Verify accuracy of new hire information in HRIS. Process partial pays as necessary. Verify state coverage for workers’ compensation.
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Verify timekeeping information for all non-exempt/hourly employees. Address any errors/corrections.
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Calculate hours for leave of absence pays.
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Calculate hours for compliance with multi-jurisdictional state taxes.
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Calculate bonuses and commissions when appropriate.
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Manage all payroll deductions.
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Update employee HRIS records by entering adjustments on pay rates, job changes, employee status changes, etc.
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Process employee terminations and initiate COBRA administration. Terminate enrollments in stand-alone benefit plans. Prepare applications for life insurance continuation.
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Calculate severance payments using HR standard process templates.
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Process wage garnishments.
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Enter net-to-gross pays in ADP.
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Address payroll and benefits questions and concerns from employees and upper management. Investigate and resolve any discrepancies.
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Prepare and submit reports with payroll information to supervisor.
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Process workers’ compensation and life insurance claims.
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Calculate and submit requests for payment of quarterly local service taxes.
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File quarterly workers’ compensation reporting online.
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Process monthly and quarterly benefits invoices.
KPIs (Key Performance Indicators) & Competencies:
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Understanding all HR Total Reward processes, procedures & operations aligned to key deliverables to the fiscal year
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Analyzing, calculating, and administering benefit and payroll activities while providing support and guidance to our employee population as needed.
Responsibility and Decision-Making Authority: None
Management/Supervisory Responsibilities: None
Qualifications:
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At least 2 years of experience administering payroll, HRIS and benefits processes required
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Proven experience with payroll processing using ADP WorkForce Now Comprehensive Services
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Familiarity with general accounting principles
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Experience in data collection, entry and reporting with great attention to detail and confidentiality
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Solid knowledge of relevant legislation, policies, and regulations
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Strong Excel Skills
Competencies:
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Thinking Skills – Problem solving
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Technical and Professional
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Detail oriented
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Thoroughness
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Communications – Oral and Written Communication
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Interpersonal Relationships
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Interpersonal communications
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Ability to work in a Team
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Personal Qualities
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Time Management
Education and Experience:
BS/BA in accounting/business administration or equivalent experience
Tools and Equipment Used:
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Personal computer, copier, fax, phone, and other typical office equipment
Working Hours: Hours may vary with occasional overtime depending on business needs
Travel:
Occasional travel related to attendance at industry seminars
Physical Demands:
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Digital dexterity and hand/eye coordination in operation of office equipment
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Light lifting and carrying of supplies, files, etc.
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Ability to speak to and hear customers and/or other employees via phone or in person
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Body motor skills sufficient to enable incumbent to move from one office location to another
The job description does not constitute an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.