Payroll/Benefits Specialist
Summary
The Payroll/Benefits Specialist is responsible for the preparation, distribution, and documentation of payroll and related benefit deductions. This role oversees payroll, bonuses, and retirement investment systems while working closely with HR, Benefits, and Accounting departments to maintain accurate and up-to-date associate and financial records.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities
Payroll
Process biweekly payroll for all associates accurately and timely
Audit timecards and prepare payroll batches including commissions, bonuses, reimbursements, and other payments as required
Create and distribute payroll invoices for corporate and property locations
Record corporate payroll transactions in the accounting system and maintain organized payroll files
Ensure associate retirement records are current and accurate within the payroll system
Upload retirement payroll files to the retirement platform each pay period
Set up and process money transfers including ACH, wire, and book transfer files
Administer the monthly bonus program and process bonus payments
Collaborate with the HR department to ensure payroll system data remains accurate
Coordinate with third-party payroll company to resolve system and associate-related issues
Respond to payroll inquiries from management and associates in a timely manner
Benefits
Manage invoice processing for benefits providers in coordination with the Benefits Manager
Conduct biweekly reconciliation of benefit deductions on payroll registers
Upload benefit deductions for payroll as needed
Upload benefits files to providers as required
Support the Benefits Manager with annual benefits enrollment audits
Assist with the annual worker’s compensation audit and payroll estimation
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Preferred Education and Experience
Demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive work environment
Bachelor’s Degree preferred
1-3 years of payroll experience preferred
Strong mathematical and problem-solving skills
Detail-oriented and self-motivated
Ability to adapt to evolving regulations while maintaining high payroll standards
Trustworthy with a strong sense of confidentiality
Other
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Provide prompt responses to payroll and benefits inquiries
Ability to explain payroll processes to associates at all levels of the organization
Proficiency in payroll software, ADP Workforce Now preferred
Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel)
Strong attention to detail with accurate data entry capabilities
Note: This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the position.
Perks/Benefits:
At GR we recognize that exceptional people need exceptional rewards. Beyond our competitive total compensation packages, your schedule at GR will provide you with a quality of life that is difficult to achieve within hospitality or hotel roles. Additionally, our benefits package reflects our respect for workplace contributions, professional goals and personal priorities.
Griffis Residential offers the following benefits to full time Associates:
11 paid holidays per year including floating holidays
Up to 16 hours of volunteer time off
Minimum of 120 hours (3 weeks) of paid time off (PTO) accrual starting immediately for new hires
Medical insurance program options
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts and Health Savings Accounts
Company paid Basic Life/AD&D insurance for Associate (1x your annual base earnings up to a maximum of $350,000)
Voluntary Life/AD&D insurance for Associate, spouse, and children
Company paid short and long term disability program
Group accident insurance, critical illness insurance, hospital care plan
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Paid New Parent Leave (up to 6 weeks of 100% wage replacement for primary caregivers and 2 weeks 100% wage replacement for secondary caregiver)
Generous tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 per year
Associate Referral Award Program of $1,000
PTO Donation Program
PTO Exchange for Student Loan Repayment Program
Wellness Program including reimbursement for fitness and mindfulness memberships/subscriptions
Associate discount program for travel, hotels, cell phones, pet insurance, and everyday items
Associate Recognition Programs
Griffis Residential 401K Retirement Savings Plan with company match
Onsite Associate Bonus Program
Corporate Associate Bonus Program
Rental Discount of 20%-50%
Salary Range $34 — $38.50 USD
This position will remain open for a minimum of 3 days and may close at any time thereafter without notice.
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