Human Resources Payroll and Benefits Specialist

SEIU 775 Benefits Group is a nonprofit dedicated to improving the skills, health, and stability of the caregiver workforce. The Human Resources Payroll and Benefits Specialist plays a vital role in supporting payroll, benefits, and employee accommodations, serving as the primary contact for staff benefit inquiries and ensuring compliant administration of benefit programs.ResponsibilitiesLead the organizations initiatives to monitor and track HRIS records, verify timecards, track PTO, process annual increases and support Leadership in driving these effortsBe the subject matter expert and the primary point of contact for all employee benefits questions, providing clear education and guidanceAdminister day-to-day benefits operations, including new hire enrollments, COBRA, terminations, beneficiary updates, disability and accident claims, and 401(k) transactions such as loans, distributions, hardships, and compliance testingAdminister and process leave-of-absence requests such as FMLA, state Paid Leaves, ADA, disability all while ensuring compliance and accurate documentationPartner with third-party administrators and vendors to manage enrollments, demographic changes, plan updates, billing and compliance requirementsMonitor and audit benefit programs, data transfers, invoices, and administrative costs while recommend process improvements and cost-containment strategiesGenerate reports, as needed, related to benefits, payroll, accruals and retirement programsDevelop and distribute communication tools, resources, and materials to enhance employee understanding of benefits, including orientations, educational workshops and open enrollmentParticipate in HR initiatives, including onboarding, policy updates, and department-wide projectsFrom time-to-time, perform other duties commensurate with the level of this positionSkills1-3 years of experience working with payroll and benefits systems1+ years of Benefit Administration experience1+ years of Leave Administration experienceDemonstrated analytical thinking, problem solving and decision making skillsAbility to listen and understand the needs of employees, together with those of the organizationAbility to stylistically adapt communication based on audienceDemonstrated ability to practice a high level of confidentialityAbility to work independently and be part of a work teamAbility to meet deadlines and be self-directed in workHigh level experience working with HRIS, Payroll systems and Microsoft SuiteExtensive knowledge of employee benefits and applicable lawsExperience with HRIS systems (UKG Pro) preferredExperience with payroll processes and functions (UKG Pro)Ability to take initiative without directionExceptional customer service orientationKnowledge of administrative procedures and systems such as filing and digital record keepingHRCI or SHRM Certification a plusBenefitsFully Paid Medical, Dental and Vision18 days PTO, 15 Sick days, 9 holidays, 1 floating holiday, 2 personal daysEnd of the year winter break; mid-year summer break and earned paid longevity sabbaticalDefined Benefit Pension Plan and 401(k) optionsFitness, cell phone, internet and furniture stipendsCompany OverviewSEIU 775 Benefits Group provides service for skills, health and stability of the caregiving workforce. It was founded in 2007, and is headquartered in Seattle, Washington, USA, with a workforce of 51-200 employees. Its website is http://www.myseiubenefits.org/.



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