Payroll/Benefits Specialist bei The Freeport Press

Description

 Join the Freeport Press Team!

A nationally recognized leader in the print production of high-quality niche publications and catalogs, Freeport Press has been in continuous operation since 1880. Centrally located at our facility in New Philadelphia, Ohio, we’ve earned a reputation as one of the most efficient printers in North America by investing in state-of-the-art technology, employee development, and strategic process controls.

Three core values drive our success:

· Focus on Relationships – We listen actively, communicate openly, and honor our commitments to each other and to our customers.

· Be All In – We stand behind our vision and each other, adapting to challenges and working with integrity to exceed expectations every time.

· Learn Continually – We never stop improving; whether adopting new technology or refining our processes, we stay open to new ideas and feedback.

We’re looking for a full time experienced Payroll/Benefits Specialist to join our growing team. If you’re ready to bring your expertise, embrace our core values, and help us uphold a legacy dating back to 1880, we’d love to hear from you!

This Payroll/Benefits Specialist will be responsible for managing and processing payroll, administering employee benefits, and ensuring compliance with all applicable regulations. The ideal candidate is highly organized, knowledgeable in payroll systems and benefits administration, and committed to delivering accurate and timely support to employees and the HR team. This is a great opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and values accuracy, confidentiality, and customer service.

Essential Duties

• Managing time and attendance with Employees and Supervisors

• Process payroll bi-weekly and reporting

• Manage garnishments, contributions, 401k and other payables

• Support the development and maintenance of the HCM Module (Paylocity)

• Reconcile quarter-end and year end payroll reporting

• Process Payroll Journal Entries

• Reconcile Payroll General Ledger Accounts

• Investigate any Payroll Tax discrepancies with 3rd party payroll vendor or government agency

• Support Financial Audit in related areas

HR:

• Maintain employee database

• Manage benefit administration, including 401k and all related audits

• Assist with various benefit events such as new hire orientation, annual enrollment, and 401k meetings

• Complete Telephone Screenings or interviews for new applicants

• Assist with planning/hosting employee appreciation events, Christmas parties, etc.

Other:

• Assist HR Manager, VP of Finance and others with projects and reporting

• Other miscellaneous tasks as required

Requirements

Required Qualifications/Skills/Experience:

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience with online payroll processing. Experience with Paylocity HRIS preferred.

• Superior customer service skills

• Proficiency with payroll and HRIS work

• Benefits administration experience, including 401k

• Proficiency in Microsoft applications, elevated experience with Excel

• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to produce accurate work product

• Strong analytical skills

• Must be able to successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen and background

 Desired Qualifications/Skills and Abilities:

• General accounting experience preferred

• Positive and professional interpersonal abilities exhibiting tact, patience and courtesy

• High level of personal initiative and drive

• High level of integrity, confidentiality and discretion

• People oriented, very interactive

• Proven problem-solving skills