26.05.08 Payroll & Benefits Specialist

TITLE OF POSITION: Payroll and Benefits Specialist

REPORTS TO: Director of Human Resources; Corporate Controller

DUTIES OF POSITION: The Payroll and Benefits Specialist is responsible for accurately calculating and processing payroll including benefits, taxes, PTO and sick leave, as well as deductions and reimbursements

Work hours: Normal business hours Monday-Friday with flexibility on start and end times

Compensation: $60k – $80k depending on experience.

Company Overview: This position covers payroll and benefits for both Pathways For Life and Noble Hospice.

At Pathways For Life, we create possibilities for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. We provide a wide range of supports including in-home care services, day programs, employment services, and residential solutions that empower individuals to live fulfilling and independent lives.

At Noble Hospice we provide unmatched, compassionate care to Arizonans at end-of-life. Our unique care model ensures we provide more time, more attention and more support to our patients.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITES:

• Accurately calculate and process bi-weekly payrolls for 4 entities on 2 payroll software platforms
• Reviews all manual changes with appropriate parties during each payroll processing period for accuracy
• Promptly onboard new employees to Employee Navigator and the payroll platforms; remove when a termination comes in
• Work with HR team on any employee changes or updates
• Work closely with the Accounting and Finance team on reconciliation of all benefit invoices
• Correspond and maintain a great working relationship with our benefits broker and 401k plan administrator to address any employee issues or questions that may arise.
• Respond to employees in a timely manner regarding questions around payroll or benefits that come in through email, calls, and messaging
• Participate in projects and initiatives to improve systems and procedures
• Help lead open enrollment periods to provide education and support to the staff with questions they may have.
• Helps lead the annual ACA filing for all entities
• Ability to maintain compliance with HIPAA requirements

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