Payroll and Benefits Manager

You’re part of a proud tradition when you work with us at Holiday World & Splashin’ Safari. From our humble beginnings in 1946 as Santa Claus Land, America’s first theme park has grown into a world-class attraction in the heart of Santa Claus, Indiana. Holiday World’s top-ranked coasters and attractions, along with its lovingly restored and maintained classic rides, are matched only by Splashin’ Safari water park—the Water Coaster Capital of the World. Since 1946, the parks have been owned and operated by the Koch family, and that makes all the difference. When you work for Holiday World & Splashin’ Safari, we treat you like family because we are a family.

The Payroll and Benefits Manager is a full-time position that is responsible for the management and execution of payroll processes and systems, administering the company’s benefit plans, and negotiating with 3rd party vendors and providers to ensure best-in-class benefits coverage. This position is also a lead administrator of the company’s HCM and responsible for ensuring accurate data in our systems.

Safety and Environmental Performance

• Lead the safety effort by personal example
• Adhere to SOPs and other work procedures as required to assist employees and assure Guest satisfaction
• Use and maintain Holiday World & Splashin’ Safari’s equipment and property in the appropriate manner
• Always follow instructions of posted safety signs and warnings to ensure your personal well-being
• Immediately report all injuries to your direct supervisor, management on duty, or the Full-Time Safety Team
• “Safety First” is not just a slogan – it must be our #1 priority!

Work Requirements

• Implement, maintain, and review payroll processing systems to ensure timely and accurate processing of payroll transactions including salaries, benefits, garnishments, taxes, and other deductions
• Ensure accurate and timely processing of payroll updates including new hires, terminations, and changes to pay rates
• Prepare and maintain accurate records and reports of payroll transactions
• Collaborate with the Human Resources department to ensure processing of payroll changes within the database and compliance with company policies relating to payroll
• Assist Finance with month-end processes through preparation, review, and posting of payroll and time off accruals
• Review all Federal and State payroll tax filings for accuracy, including but not limited to W-2 forms and ACA filings
• Administer company benefits programs including enrolling new employees, personnel changes, terminating, and reconciling monthly billing. Code all benefits invoices and verify allocations remain current. Review, approve, and post weekly claims funding.
• Lead the annual open enrollment process for employee benefits
• Assist with administrative duties of the 401(k)-plan including funding, testing, audits, and committee
• Proficient knowledge of government regulations applicable to compensation and benefit programs (EEOC, OSHA, FMLA, ERISA, ADA, etc.) and the standard filings required by the Department of Labor, IRS, Unemployment systems
• Engage with the HR Team as a member of HR Management, supporting special events and filling management shifts as needed.
• Manage all leave processes, including all types of PTO, FMLA, parental, military, and personal
• Ensure compliance with all relevant federal, state, and local employment laws and statutes
• Maintain all data in the Company’s HCM
• Actively participate in HR Team events such as meetings, luncheons, trainings, and employee events
• Utilize compensation philosophy and data to drive organizational decisions
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, or equivalent work experience
• PHR or SHRM-CP Certification preferred, or willing to pursue Certification
• Experience with Paylocity or UKG HCM systems preferred
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in Human Resources with a proficiency in Payroll and Benefits
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and ability to learn new software programs
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in the English language
• Highly detail-oriented and able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work cross functionally with all levels of employees and management
• Ability to speak to large groups of people
• Excellent planning and organizational skills
• Willingness to travel overnight to attend and participate in seminars, meetings, and conferences out of town
• Ability to work full-time
• Acceptable pre-employment drug screen and background check

Working Conditions

This position operates in a pleasant office setting and attends meetings, leads training sessions, and oversee activities taking place in other parts of the office. While in office, this position consistently utilizes various equipment such as phones, computers, filing cabinets, computers, and fax machines. This role has a medium to high level of social interaction and must demonstrate collaborative teamwork skills. This position must work some nights, weekends, and holidays, and should be prepared to respond to unplanned and/or emergency work.

This is a full-time position and regularly requires long hours and frequent weekend work, especially during the operating season.

Holiday World & Splashin' Safari offers competitive wages and benefits, including a generous 401(k) match, bonus program, PTO accrual program, tuition discounts, and reimbursements, free season passes and tickets, and much more!

Holiday World & Splashin’ Safari is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition, marital status, sexual orientation, religion, veteran status or any other status protected by law.

For the safety of our Guests and our staff, Holiday World & Splashin' Safari conducts background checks on all applicants aged 18 or older and we follow all federal and state laws, FCRA regulations and EEOC guidance regarding the use of criminal records in the hiring process. Unless otherwise provided by law, a criminal record will not automatically disqualify an applicant or employee from employment.