Human Resources Benefits & Payroll Specialist
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8 hours ago
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Job Summary
The HR Benefits & Payroll Specialist is responsible for managing all aspects of payroll processing benefits administration and leave-of-absence management for all employees across Brandt Hospitality Group. This role ensures accuracy compliance and exceptional employee support by serving as a trusted resource for payroll benefits and leave-related matters. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented highly organized and skilled at balancing analytical tasks with strong customer service.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Payroll Administration
- Complete full-cycle payroll processing for weekly and biweekly payrolls across multiple state locations ensuring accuracy and compliance within a fast-paced 24/7 hospitality environment.
- Review timekeeping data for completeness and accuracy with property support to validating hours worked overtime PTO shift differentials and special pay categories for employees operating in 24/7 environment.
- Support property managers and supervisors in maintaining accurate timekeeping practices troubleshooting system issues and ensuring adherence to established timekeeping and scheduling guidelines.
- Ensure full compliance with hospitality-related wage and hour regulations including tip credit rules service charge distribution laws multi-state tax requirements union agreements meal/rest break rules overtime calculations and split-shift premiums.
- Audit payroll data prior to submission identifying and resolving discrepancies related to hours worked wage calculations deductions garnishments and tax withholdings.
- Maintain accurate employee payroll records and ensure proper application of benefits-related deductions.
- Respond to payroll-related inquiries from employees and managers providing clear explanations and resolving issues regarding pay deductions adjustments and timekeeping.
- Manage year-end payroll processes including reviewing and validating W-2 and 1095-C forms coordinating corrections and ensuring all reporting deadlines are met
Benefits Administration
- Administer all employee benefits programs including health dental vision disability life insurance retirement plans and wellness programs.
- Ensure compliance with federal and state regulations including COBRA ACA state-mandated leave programs and other applicable laws.
- Maintain up-to-date employee benefits files and process benefits changes accurately and timely.
- Handle benefits billing reconcile discrepancies and coordinate directly with insurance carriers and vendors to ensure accuracy.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for benefits vendors and third-party administrators.
- Perform quality assurance checks on benefits-related data to ensure accuracy and integrity.
- Create and implement employee and manager communication to promote understanding of available benefits plan changes and enrollment processes.
- Coach and counsel managers HR team members and employees regarding benefit options program details claim issues and policy questions.
Benefits Processes & Employee Support
- Lead annual Open Enrollment planning communication and execution.
- Manage qualifying life event (QLE) changes ensuring proper documentation and timely processing.
- Coordinate benefits onboarding for new hires and benefit terminations for exiting employees.
- Assist employees with claims issues provider inquiries and general benefits education.
Leave of Absence (LOA) Management
- Process and administer all leave-of-absence requests including medical personal disability-related state-required leaves and FMLA.
- Interpret and apply FMLA and state leave laws to ensure accurate and compliant management of employee leaves accommodations and return-to-work procedures.
- Maintain accurate LOA documentation track leave timelines and communicate with employees managers and third-party administrators as needed.
- Assist in all other assigned job duties.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelors degree in Human Resources Business Administration or related field preferred (or equivalent work experience).
- 3 years of experience in payroll processing and benefits administration preferred; multi-state payroll experience strongly preferred.
- Strong knowledge of FMLA ACA COBRA and state leave regulations.
- Experience with HRIS/payroll systems; UKG experience is a plus.
- Exceptional attention to detail organizational skills and ability to maintain confidentiality.
- Strong communication and customer service skills with the ability to explain complex information clearly.
- Ability to manage multiple deadlines and work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
BENEFITS
- PTO with immediate accrual
- Hotel Discounts Worldwide
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Basic Life/AD&D and Supplemental Life Insurance
- Voluntary Options Critical Illness/Accident/Hospital Indemnity/Short Term Disability/Legal
- Employer Sponsored Long-Term Disability Coverage
- 401(k) with immediate match
- Double Time for Holidays Worked
- Health Savings Account
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Dependent Care FSA
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Customer Service
- Fmla
- HIPAA
- Microsoft Outlook
- Benefits Administration
- HRIS
- Payroll
- Employment & Labor Law
- ADP
- Human Resources
- Phone Etiquette
- Workday
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