Payroll Coordinator

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Job description

Lehigh Technical & Professional Service is a leading staffing agency dating back to the 1950's. We specialize in temporary and direct placement positions in the fields of: IT, Engineering, Manufacturing, Accounting and Administrative. We are currently partnering with a leading manufacturer in their pursuit to hire an experienced Payroll / Benefits Administrator.

Payroll Coordinator
Long Island based industrial manufacturing company with 3 locations and 17 states seeks Payroll Coordinator to be responsible for all aspects of payroll administration.
The corporate office is in central Suffolk and we are seeking an experienced, hands-on bookkeeper with a minimum of 3 + years experience including, payroll/benefits. Exciting opportunity for someone looking for challenging position in fast pace, growing company etc. Experience with multiple offices is desirable.

Job Responsibilities:
Payroll
• Process weekly and bi-weekly complex multistate payrolls using electronic HCM system, including the import of direct labor timesheets from SAP. Perform related payroll reporting.
• Perform tasks related to onboarding of new hires, including setting up of employee records, calculating and processing payroll and benefits deductions.
• Perform tasks related to offboarding, including terminations, severance and PTO payouts and requirements for final pay.
• Maintain accurate employee records; Perform internal audits of employee records and payroll profiles in HCM system.
• Maintain accurate accruals for union and non-union employees in HCM system
• Maintain withholding and unemployment tax accounts through online portals. Register or close accounts accordingly, serve as liaison with payroll vendor regarding tax changes and issues.
Benefits
• Assist with administration of benefits, including enrollments and terminations in system (BenXpress)
• Take ownership /pay monthly insurance invoices through coordination with A/P and vendors, use various portals to upload backup
• Process biweekly 401k and HSA wire transfers to TPA, keep the process current and accurate
• Develop/maintain relationship with vendors and TPA's to facilitate smooth payroll and benefits administration
• Assist with processing employee data for mergers, acquisitions and internal transfers
• Perform administrative duties, data entry, reporting and special projects as needed.

Job Requirements:
· Associates Degree (accounting, HR, business)
· 3-5 years relevant payroll experience, (multistate, in manufacturing environment), Bookkeeper experience helpful
· Knowledgeable in payroll trends, laws, including federal, state and local payroll taxes
· Experience with insurance payments, use of portals, file uploads
· Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite (strong Excel), Outlook
· Experience with Payrpro Workforce One or similar preferred
· SAP or other ERP/MRP a plus

Ideal Candidate:
• Able to handle high volume in fast paced environment, and remain calm under pressure
• Possess strong organizational skills, with attention to detail
• Possess outstanding verbal and written communication skills
• Experienced multistate payroll administration and ESS HRIS systems
• Strong project management skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks/projects
• Self-motivated and able to work proactively
• A problem-solver, consistently finding creative and efficient ways to improve your work
• Able to work independently with little supervision

Nesco Resource and affiliates (Lehigh G.I.T Inc, and Callos Resource, LLC) is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics with respect to employment opportunities.

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