Payroll/Benefits Administrator

www.pacificstudio.com

Pacific Studio is a nationally recognized Museum Exhibit Design and Fabrication Company, dedicated to producing unforgettable experiences. We build value, function, and engagement into everything we make. Pacific Studio blends Old World craftsmanship with emerging technologies to produce unparalleled environments. From hand-painted murals to fine woodworking and digital interactives, we set the bar for quality. With many skilled technicians, 40,000 square feet of manufacturing space, 30 years of experience and the highest standards in design, fabrication, and installation, we are dedicated to our craft and proud of our impeccable results.

Pacific Studio is looking for a Payroll & Benefits Administrator to join our team. The Payroll & Benefits Administrator is responsible for successfully providing timely and accurate payroll processing and benefits administration to staff. We are looking for a detail-oriented team player who has the proven ability to maintain confidentiality and work independently, accurately, and efficiently.

This position reports to the HR Manager but also works closely with the Controller. Both are easy to work with!

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide timely and accurate payroll processing bi-weekly; calculate complex multi-state payroll functions, including prevailing wage and certified payroll reporting
• Reconcile payroll deductions and coordinate payments to benefit providers
• Coordinate and collect information relating to payroll updates, changes, and terminations
• Maintain employee master records in Paylocity; maintain organized files of personnel information, payroll registers, and payroll tax reports
• Work with managers to maintain accurate employee time cards, have strong understanding of time-off/PTO policy, as well as manage & plan for employees on leave of absences/FMLA.
• Have a strong understanding of the employee benefit programs, and Provide support and assistance to employees with benefits including health, flexible spending accounts and 401(k)
• Review & process benefit invoices from vendors on a monthly basis to ensure accuracy across all providers
• Administer travel arrangements and hotel reservations for staff, process & record per diem requests for employee travel as well as reimbursement payments for employees.
• Assist HR Manager with processing new hires & terminations as needed plus other duties as assigned.
• Maintain positive rapport with vendors and staff
• Perform other duties as assigned

Minimum candidate requirements:

• Either Bachelor’s degree in accounting, human resources or related field, OR equivalent experience
• Strong proficiency with MS Office, specifically Word and Excel
• Ability to maintain absolute confidentiality and discretion regarding personnel issues and other sensitive information
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work effectively under pressure, establishing work priorities and maintaining a high level of productivity
• Ability to exercise independent and appropriate judgment
• Understanding of federal and state laws that pertain to payroll
• Experience with processing payroll and answering employee benefit questions.
• Easy to work with. Seriously: )

Preferred Qualifications

• Understanding of and previous experience with Paylocity or other HR/Payroll software
• Previous experience in an art/production/manufacturing type of environment
• Understanding of and previous experience with Epicor or other ERP databases
• Experience processing payroll
• Some exposure to AP or accounting is a plus

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $24.00 - $26.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Physical Setting:

• Office

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Seattle, WA 98107: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):

• How much experience do you have with benefits administration? Please describe.
• How much experience do you have with payroll administration? Please describe.
• What HR/Payroll software have you used before? We use Paylocity. Please describe.
• What timekeeping software have you used? We use Epicor. Please describe.
• We're looking for someone who is easy to work with. Please describe your personality.

Language:

• English (Required)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)

Work Location: One location