Compensation and Benefits Specialist

1 week ago

New York, New York, United States Empire Jointstar Full time
Job OverviewBenefits Offered:
  • 401(k) Plan
  • Dental Coverage
  • Complimentary Uniforms
  • Health Insurance
  • Career Advancement Opportunities
  • Paid Time Off
  • Parental Leave
  • Training and Development Programs
  • Vision Coverage

Position Summary:

We are in search of a committed Payroll and Benefits Manager to manage and execute employee benefits initiatives. The successful candidate will possess a robust background in benefits management and a dedication to enhancing employee satisfaction through well-structured benefits offerings.

Role Overview:

Reporting To: Senior HR Business Partner

Department: People Team

1. Role Purpose:

The Payroll and Benefits Manager is responsible for delivering comprehensive Payroll and Benefits services to the Operations, shop, and Support Center teams. Key responsibilities include:

Ensuring accurate and timely payroll for the US workforce. This role involves managing the payroll system and providing guidance to managers on utilizing the payroll system effectively. A significant focus will be on enhancing payroll processes and ensuring compliance across all payroll functions.

Conducting benchmarking of benefits against industry standards and recommending adjustments that cater to the diverse employee levels within the organization.

2. Key Responsibilities:

Payroll Management:
  • Overseeing the complete payroll process for all pay cycles and bonus distributions, including managing timelines and necessary documentation.
  • Ensuring payroll operations adhere to legal standards and organizational policies.
  • Managing the execution of weekly and bi-weekly payrolls for a workforce exceeding 700 employees.
  • Maintaining the accuracy and integrity of payroll records.
  • Educating shop managers on their payroll and labor responsibilities.
  • Collaborating with the HR Business Partner to identify training needs for the payroll system and implement updates as required by legislation.
  • Proactively seeking improvements in payroll processes and systems to facilitate ease of operations for both shops and the payroll team.
  • Working closely with the Finance department to ensure seamless processes and systems.
  • Staying informed about legislative changes impacting payroll operations.
  • Ensuring timely responses to Payroll helpdesk inquiries.
Benefits Administration:
  • Managing all employee benefit plans, including their development, enhancement, and communication.
  • Ensuring effective communication with benefits brokers/providers to resolve queries and issues promptly.
  • Overseeing the annual benefits open enrollment process.
  • Assisting in the evaluation of current benefits and proposing necessary changes.
  • Serving as the primary contact for employee benefit inquiries.
Compliance and Scheduling:
  • Monitoring employee schedules against timesheets to ensure compliance with legislation.
  • Ensuring that schedule change fees are accurately applied and compensated to the appropriate employees promptly.
  • Tracking schedule changes and reporting on the number of changes and fees processed.
  • Overseeing overall pay compliance, including auditing records and employee training/communication.
  • Completing annual EEOC reporting with support from the People Team.
  • Maintaining data integrity to ensure accurate issuance of 1095C forms to relevant employees, managing the annual process from start to finish.
3. Additional Responsibilities:
  • Providing support for payroll system training as needed.
  • Ensuring that People reports are updated as required by the team.
Essential Skills and Knowledge:
  • Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
  • Strong understanding of employment and payroll legislation and its practical application.
  • Ability to foster positive relationships across all levels of the organization.
  • Influencing capabilities.
  • Ability to balance legal requirements with a business and employee-centric approach.
  • Capacity to handle confidential information appropriately.
Payroll Management Experience:
  • Proven ability to build effective relationships within the organization.
  • Knowledge of payroll laws in various jurisdictions.
  • Familiarity with Fair Work Week laws and payroll systems is advantageous.
Additional Information:
  • Occasional travel between markets may be required.
About Empire Jointstar:
Empire JointStar is a leading retailer in the US, affiliated with Dallas Holdings International, a global organization. Dallas partners with Pret A Manger, a franchise chain known for its freshly prepared food and organic coffee. Empire operates over 70 Pret A Manger locations across the US and UK, with rapid expansion plans in key markets.

Equal Opportunity Employer:
Empire Jointstar is committed to fostering an inclusive environment free from discrimination based on race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, or veteran status.

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