Payroll Clerk/Human Resources Administrator
Cape Shore
Yarmouth, ME
Cape Shore is seeking a Payroll Clerk and HR Administrator, reporting to their office in Yarmouth, ME. The Payroll Clerk/HR Administrator will support the Managing Director with a focus on cross-functional support including payroll, benefits, and human resources compliance. This is a full-time position anticipated to be 32 to 40 hours a week.
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Requirements of the Payroll/HR Administrator: - At least 2 years of payroll and benefits administration experience preferred.
- 4-year degree in Human Resources or equivalent, HR Certification a plus.
- Working knowledge of FLSA and federal, state and local tax regulations.
- Proficient in MS Word, Excel and previous experience with payroll software (Evolution) a plus.
- Prior experience supporting cross-functional duties including benefits, compliance and employee data and record keeping.
- Performs at a high level of accuracy and efficiency, is well organized and demonstrates ownership and initiative.
- Ability to maintain discretion with confidential information.
- Drives positive culture and remains approachable when assisting employees.
- Interest in legal/workplace trends for higher level of compliance.
- Supports department heads with a sense of urgency.
- Sharp critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and ability to use good judgement.
Benefits of the Job: - Hourly pay in the range of $22.00 to $30.00 an hour
- Vacation
- Holiday Pay
- Medical, Dental, Life Insurance
- Discount on Cape Shore products
Responsibilities of the Payroll/HR Administrator: - Process bi-weekly payroll while ensuring that employees are paid accurately, on time, and in compliance with all Federal, State and local compliance.
- Main contact for all payroll-related issues and respond to time-sensitive and/or confidential issues promptly.
- Analyze irregularities related to time keeping, system data, transaction entries, and formulate action plans to identify and reduce any payroll errors.
- Ensures the timely completion of all payroll reporting requirements and the issuance of W-2’s.
- Perform periodic audits of payroll data to ensure data integrity and accuracy.
- Oversees the administration of benefit enrollment changes (new hire, life event status changes, COBRA, and terminations) promptly.
- Administration of the Benefit Open Enrollment process including enrollment planning, communication.
- Manages job postings, applicant phone screens and interview schedules.
- Prepare annual workers’ compensation audit and distribute and post annual notices.
- Prepare and file all federal and state compliance reports.
- Act as the point of contact for employee questions related to payroll and benefits.
\nCape Shore is a local Maine wholesale company with a history of providing superior specialty products such as mugs and ornaments to their retail customers in tourist destinations. Cape Shore makes a little something for everyone in every tourist destination!
Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, familial status, age, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.