Payroll and Benefits Administrator

Job Responsibilities:

• Process and manage all aspects of payroll, including reviewing timecards and hours, calculating deductions, ensuring leaves are entered correctly, processing new hires and terminations, and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.
• Prepare and maintain accurate and timely payroll records and reports
• Resolve payroll discrepancies and answer employee questions
• Ensure compliance with federal and state regulations, including tax and labor laws
• Keep up to date with changes in payroll regulations and adjust payroll systems and processes accordingly
• Administer employee benefits, including health insurance and other benefits
• Assist with open enrollment and answer employee benefits questions
• Collaborate with HR, Finance, Safety, and Operations teams to ensure accurate and timely processing of payroll and benefits
• Assist with ad-hoc financial reporting and analysis as needed.
• Other additional and/or alternative duties or ad hoc projects as assigned
• Work environment: This role is required to be on site in our Hammond, IN location

Qualifications/Skills:

• Detail-oriented self-starter with good time management and organizational skills
• Critical thinker who is solution driver and adept in problem solving
• Someone who exhibits sound judgment with the ability to prioritize and make decisions
• A team player capable of cultivating productive working relationships across the company
• Resourceful, can-do attitude
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skill set
• Extensive experience with Excel for data gathering and analysis

Requirements:

• 3 to 5 years of prior experience in payroll administration
• Experience with payroll processing software and familiarity with payroll taxes and regulations
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to communicate with employees about payroll and benefits
• Proficient in Microsoft Office with above average experience in Excel
• Knowledge of federal and state labor and tax laws
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, or related field preferred
• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) certification is a plus
• Experience with HRIS systems and accounting software is a plus

Benefits:

• Empower 401(K) with company match from Day 1. 
• Comprehensive health benefits, including vision, dental, and prescription coverage through Blue Cross Blue Shield. 
• Optional life and disability insurance coverage.  
• Paid vacations, personal time off, and holidays.  
• Safety bonuses for dedication to safety and excellent roadside inspections. 
• Paid training, PPE, and state-of-the-art equipment. 
• Boot reimbursement program. 
• Health Savings Account (HSA) contributions of up to $2,400 from the company.