Sr. Payroll & Compensation Specialist
Sr. Payroll & Compensation Specialist
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$ 79134 - 98454
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Job Description
Overview
Mutual of Enumclaw was founded in 1898 by local farmers who wanted to look out for each other. That spirit continues to define our company culture. We are committed to cultivating and preserving a culture of inclusion and connectedness. Our employees are proud of our thoughtful approach to insurance and it January 2025 we were recognized as Washingtons Best Company to Work For (our thirteenth year in a row as one of the top 100) by Seattle Business magazine based on a survey of our employees.
Mutual of Enumclaw works exclusively with local independent agents to offer insurance products for individuals families farms and businesses. We currently operate in Washington Oregon Idaho Utah Arizona Montana and Wyoming.
The Sr. People Operations Partner plays a key role in supporting our people and processes. Reporting to the Director of Human Resources this role leads full-cycle bi-weekly payroll across multiple states for both exempt and non-exempt employees drives compensation strategy and implementation and serves as backup for benefits and retirement plan administration. This position combines hands-on payroll expertise with strategic influence in compensation programs while ensuring seamless support for benefits and retirement operations.
Location: The successful candidate will work in a hybrid capacity between our Home Office in Enumclaw WA and remotely. Candidate must live within driving distance of our Home Office and have high-speed internet (internet speed test required).
Hiring Range: $79134 - $98454
Salary Range: $79134 - $108125
*The hiring range represents Mutual of Enumclaws current hiring pay scale for this role. Mutual of Enumclaw reserves the right to modify or update this range any time. Exact compensation may vary based on skills and experience. Compensation is only one part of our entire total rewards package. To see some of the benefits and perks we offer please click here.
Responsibilities
Payroll Responsibilities
- Lead end-to-end payroll operations ensuring timely accurate processing of salaries benefits garnishments taxes and deductions across multiple states.
- Maintain and update payroll systems records and employee data (new hires terminations pay changes benefits).
- Ensure compliance with all federal state and local payroll wage and hour regulations.
- Prepare reconcile and maintain payroll reports general ledger entries and monthly bank statements.
- Serve as a primary resource for payroll and benefits inquiries providing guidance to employees and management.
- Support audits by supplying accurate records and documentation.
- Partner with HR leadership to review improve and implement payroll systems policies and procedures.
- Collaborate on benefits and leave administration ensuring adherence to legal and contractual requirements.
- Contribute to HR reporting and analytics by providing accurate payroll and benefits data.
Compensation Responsibilities
- Support the development and administration of the companys compensation policies and programs.
- Conduct job analysis to evaluate responsibilities and requirements for equitable pay practices.
- Research and benchmark compensation practices using salary surveys and market data to ensure competitiveness.
- Contribute company data to salary surveys and analyze results to identify trends and gaps.
- Provide recommendations for pay structures incentive plans and program enhancements based on market analysis.
- Assist in creating and maintaining salary structures and compensation guidelines.
- Monitor compensation programs for compliance with federal state and local laws and regulations.
- Stay informed on emerging compensation trends and provide insights to help shape future strategy.
Benefits (Support & Backup Responsibilities)
- Provide backup support for the administration of employee insurance programs (health life disability) and retirement plans including the 401(k).
- Assist with ensuring accurate and timely delivery of employer contributions and employee payroll deductions to carriers and plan administrators.
- Support benefits-related communications including employee questions on eligibility coverage and plan changes.
- Assist with maintaining benefits records reporting and compliance documentation as required by federal state and provider regulations.
- Provide backup support for leave administration (FMLA ADA and other company leave programs) partnering with the HR team on accommodations and compliance.
- Assist with audits vendor communications and benefits invoicing as needed.
- Stay informed on trends and best practices in benefits and compensation to support HR strategy.
- Contribute to HR reporting by providing accurate data related to benefits and leave programs.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Extensive knowledge of payroll functions including preparation balancing internal control and payroll taxes.
- Extensive knowledge of benefits administration.
- Knowledge of Compensation programs.
- Proficiency in Excel.
- Analytical ability to resolve employee payroll problems by reviewing records and reports identifying errors and correcting errors.
- Continuously seeking opportunities to improve the automation of the payroll and reporting processes.
- High attention to detail and ability to guard highly confidential and sensitive information.
- Strong partnership and collaborative style with outstanding communication skills: written verbal and presentation.
- Exceptional planning and organizational skills with the ability to meet strict deadlines in a fast-paced challenging environment with multiple competing priorities.
- Handle highly sensitive and confidential information professionally and discreetly.
- Abide by the policies procedures and Code of Conduct of the company.
- Proficient with payroll software.
Education and Experience:
- 10 years in payroll benefits and compensation administration experience or related business experience required.
- Bachelors degree preferred or a combination of education and relevant business experience required.
- Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) designation preferred.
- Applicable HR Certifications preferred.
Physical Requirements:
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer including video conferencing.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Unclear
