Payroll & Benefits Analyst

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The Payroll & Benefits Analyst position is responsible for ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing for the District, along with all facets of human resource health and fringe benefit administration.

• Prepare, oversee, and administer the District’s bi-weekly payroll, including all timecard data, adjustments, deductions, and garnishments within prescribed time limits.
• Adhere to all District and legal policies and procedures regarding the payroll process.
• Verify, reconcile, and document the accuracy of payroll and benefit information between carriers, related vendors, government agencies, and the District’s designated HRIS and payroll system.
• Maintain knowledge of all required reporting guidelines for State and Federal government, as well as audit requirements.
• Respond to questions and concerns regarding payroll or benefits, including leave management; resolve problems through qualitative reviews or other unbiased analysis.
• Coordinate the District’s benefit plans and facilitate the annual open enrollment process.
• Assist in creating, editing, and revising internal and public-facing human resource materials that effectively describe and promote District benefits.
• Collaborate with management and others to articulate key messages and ensure cohesive, consistent, and positive communication with new-hires and employees.
• Maintain and adhere to strict standards of confidentiality and professionalism.
• Assist employees with benefit enrollment and provide information and resources regarding insurance options, retirement, workers compensation, and other fringe benefits.
• Communicate effectively with health insurance brokers, carriers, and other health coalition members.
• Coordinate those portions of the onboarding process regarding payroll and benefits, including new-hire orientations and enrollment, with department managers, hiring managers, and other administrative staff.
• Capture employee information accurately into the designated HRIS and payroll system; regularly audit electronic and hardcopy records to ensure consistency, compliance, and completeness.
• Perform employment authorizations and complete the E-Verify process.
• Facilitate staff training, both in person and in written form, as needed or requested by management.
• Coordinate the proper use, application, and associated documentation for FMLA, disability, and workers compensation; file claims as required and coordinate with supervisors to manage leave correctly.
• Compile and analyze data to prepare and present reports to District management regarding workforce utilization, organizational planning, and future needs.
• Work as an organizational change agent in identifying and implementing human resources best practices.
• Serve as a records and information management (RIM) specialist.

Knowledge of:

• Interpersonal skills with emphasis on patience, tact, and courtesy.
• Human Resource principles and procedures for payroll, compensation and benefits, and personnel information systems.
• Administrative and office procedures and systems; word processing, managing files and records, writing, transcription, and designing forms.
• Computers and Microsoft Office applications.

Skills and Abilities:

• Be detail-oriented, organized, timely, and thorough in completing assignments.
• Plan and organize workloads successfully.
• Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Maintain confidential and sensitive information; exhibit sound judgment and integrity.
• Accept guidance willingly.
• Work independently with limited supervision or as a team.
• Apply District policies, procedures, and federal and Utah labor laws.

• Duties are typically performed in a general office setting or a remote location, such as a home office.
• Work effectively with uncooperative individuals, difficult situations, emergencies, or during periods of continuous demand.
• Remote workdays may be available for this position after completing the six-month orientation period but are not guaranteed.

• 75% focus on a computer screen
• 75% standing or sitting
• 25% walking, bending, and other physical exertion
• 25% pushing, pulling, and kneeling
• 25% ability to lift and carry up to 15 pounds unassisted

$68,889.29 - $86,124.11

• Seniority level:
  Mid-Senior level
• Employment type:
  
  Full-time
• Job function:
  Human Resources
• Industries:
  Recreational Facilities