Polytainers Inc.
Payroll & Benefits Specialist
role at
Polytainers Inc.
Overview Reporting to the Manager, HRIS, Payroll & Benefits, the Payroll & Benefits Specialist is responsible for overseeing and executing all functions related to payroll for our U.S. facility of approximately 270 team members. This position would assist with a wide variety of payroll, including weekly, semi-monthly, and quarterly payroll processing, various bonuses both quarterly and annually. The Payroll & Benefits Specialist will also lead payroll projects that will continue to improve engagement among team members and lower costs for the company. In addition, the successful candidate will be responsible for the administrative side of benefits, such as processing new hire benefit enrollment, life event changes, annual benefit enrollment, and coordinating wellness initiatives.
Our ideal candidate The ideal candidate for this position:
Is detail-oriented and able to quickly and proactively spot errors and discrepancies in numbers and data
Has a proactive mind and strives to create processes and safeguards that improve our existing systems
Communicates effectively with diverse individuals and can easily engage with people across all levels of the organization
Is well-versed in the execution of 401K administration, garnishment processing, and payroll related audits
Has experience running payroll for multi-state jurisdictions
Is capable of working in a flexible, fast-paced environment with varied demands
Has a customer-focused mind and enjoys providing solutions and offering help to internal clients (e.g. team members, managers, leaders)
Learns new technology quickly and easily navigates online payroll systems
Monitors system controls to ensure compliance with federal/state legislation
Assists our team members with benefits discussions, payroll, and other HR related topics
Additional Information This is an onsite position requiring work at a manufacturing facility. The hours for this role are Monday through Friday from 7:00am to 4:00pm.
Position Responsibilities Payroll
Serve as the primary point of contact for all US payroll inquiries
Process payroll for all U.S. hourly and salaried team members
Monitor time and attendance records and update timesheets and payroll accordingly
Ensure payroll compliance and identify and mitigate risks quickly
Field and answer any payroll-related questions from team members
Process all garnishments for US team members
Performs ad hoc reporting, analysis and special projects
Year End Reporting – responsible for accurate reporting and remittance of all year End activities pertaining to, but not limited to, w2s and 1095-c
Liaise with Auditors and ongoing support to Finance department as required for all payroll related information
Continuously identify process improvements within the department, maximizing the technology systems that are available and recommends enhancements to current practices
Benefits Administration
Administer and process enrollments/adjustments/reporting for all US Benefits
Conduct new hire orientation for matters related to payroll, benefits, and wellness
Annual ACA reporting and preparation of benefits census
Responsible for scheduling and coordination of wellness events
Tracking, auditing, and processing of all benefits invoices
Skills/Experience Required Minimum Qualifications:
High school diploma, GED, or equivalent required.
At least five years of work experience in payroll.
Additional Preferred Qualifications
DayForce WFN experience is preferred, familiar with backend DayForce setup.
Payroll certification or formal training strongly preferred.
Proven track record working with people and problem resolution and strong interpersonal, collaboration skills.
Experience administering group benefits programs.
Demonstrated ability to manage confidential and sensitive data professionally and with integrity.
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
Solid project management skills with the proven ability to juggle multiple tasks at once.
Polytainers is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Polytainers is committed to diversity and inclusivity in employment and welcomes applications from qualified individuals of diverse backgrounds. Polytainers is also committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Human Resources
Industries
Packaging and Containers Manufacturing
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role at
Polytainers Inc.
Overview Reporting to the Manager, HRIS, Payroll & Benefits, the Payroll & Benefits Specialist is responsible for overseeing and executing all functions related to payroll for our U.S. facility of approximately 270 team members. This position would assist with a wide variety of payroll, including weekly, semi-monthly, and quarterly payroll processing, various bonuses both quarterly and annually. The Payroll & Benefits Specialist will also lead payroll projects that will continue to improve engagement among team members and lower costs for the company. In addition, the successful candidate will be responsible for the administrative side of benefits, such as processing new hire benefit enrollment, life event changes, annual benefit enrollment, and coordinating wellness initiatives.
Our ideal candidate The ideal candidate for this position:
Is detail-oriented and able to quickly and proactively spot errors and discrepancies in numbers and data
Has a proactive mind and strives to create processes and safeguards that improve our existing systems
Communicates effectively with diverse individuals and can easily engage with people across all levels of the organization
Is well-versed in the execution of 401K administration, garnishment processing, and payroll related audits
Has experience running payroll for multi-state jurisdictions
Is capable of working in a flexible, fast-paced environment with varied demands
Has a customer-focused mind and enjoys providing solutions and offering help to internal clients (e.g. team members, managers, leaders)
Learns new technology quickly and easily navigates online payroll systems
Monitors system controls to ensure compliance with federal/state legislation
Assists our team members with benefits discussions, payroll, and other HR related topics
Additional Information This is an onsite position requiring work at a manufacturing facility. The hours for this role are Monday through Friday from 7:00am to 4:00pm.
Position Responsibilities Payroll
Serve as the primary point of contact for all US payroll inquiries
Process payroll for all U.S. hourly and salaried team members
Monitor time and attendance records and update timesheets and payroll accordingly
Ensure payroll compliance and identify and mitigate risks quickly
Field and answer any payroll-related questions from team members
Process all garnishments for US team members
Performs ad hoc reporting, analysis and special projects
Year End Reporting – responsible for accurate reporting and remittance of all year End activities pertaining to, but not limited to, w2s and 1095-c
Liaise with Auditors and ongoing support to Finance department as required for all payroll related information
Continuously identify process improvements within the department, maximizing the technology systems that are available and recommends enhancements to current practices
Benefits Administration
Administer and process enrollments/adjustments/reporting for all US Benefits
Conduct new hire orientation for matters related to payroll, benefits, and wellness
Annual ACA reporting and preparation of benefits census
Responsible for scheduling and coordination of wellness events
Tracking, auditing, and processing of all benefits invoices
Skills/Experience Required Minimum Qualifications:
High school diploma, GED, or equivalent required.
At least five years of work experience in payroll.
Additional Preferred Qualifications
DayForce WFN experience is preferred, familiar with backend DayForce setup.
Payroll certification or formal training strongly preferred.
Proven track record working with people and problem resolution and strong interpersonal, collaboration skills.
Experience administering group benefits programs.
Demonstrated ability to manage confidential and sensitive data professionally and with integrity.
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
Solid project management skills with the proven ability to juggle multiple tasks at once.
Polytainers is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Polytainers is committed to diversity and inclusivity in employment and welcomes applications from qualified individuals of diverse backgrounds. Polytainers is also committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Human Resources
Industries
Packaging and Containers Manufacturing
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