HR Payroll & Benefit Associate - Human Resources - Wheeling, WV

This position is hybrid. The employee is split between remote and office work on a formalized schedule. Consideration for location will be Wheeling, WV.

Associate degree in human resources, Business Administration or Accounting preferred; two years related office / clerical experience required.

SUMMARY:

Works under limited supervision and assists in administering the bank's payroll and benefit plans for both active employees and retired employees. Includes maintenance of HRIS database and the preparation and payment of company medical and worker's compensation billing. Assists with the preparation of bi-weekly, quarterly and annual payroll responsibilities at the corporate level. This is an entry level position. Works in a highly confidential manner.

CUSTOMER SERVICE SKILLS:

Willingness to provide a level of service which will clearly differentiate us from our competitors.

INTERPERSONAL SKILLS:

Professional demeanor in appearance, interpersonal relations, work ethic and attitude.

Possess clear, concise, effective written and oral communication skills to effectively express thoughts, ideas and concepts to management, bank employees and bank customers in a collaborative and solutions-oriented manner.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Personally, models the standards of the Banks Mission, Vision, and Pledge.

Ensures quality in all assignments; and participates in a team through cross-training and providing support in the department and throughout the organization.

Maintains a current knowledge of legal and regulatory requirements impacting the Human Resource Department. Laws include ADA, COBRA, Equal Pay Act, ERISA, Fair Labor Standards Act, IRS Tax Code, OSHA, Unemployment Codes, Worker's Compensation, etc.

Assists with day-to-day administration of employee and retiree benefit plans including data entry and employee inquiries. May include payroll deduction inquiries, data entry for enrollment and life event changes, and employee requests for general plan information.

Assists with day-to-day administration of the company payroll, including data entry and general employee inquiries regarding payroll information. Also includes payroll deduction inquiries and entry, data entry for manual pay corrections and payment.

Assists Payroll Specialist and Payroll Manager in communication with employees and managers regarding issues, changes and or corrections regarding employee payroll.

Assists Benefit's Specialist in communication with insurance carriers in processing claims and enrollment issues.

Reviews payroll deductions for accuracy, identifies any errors, and adjusts for monetary reimbursements.

Assists with processing bi-weekly payroll, quarter end reporting, year-end reporting and billing associated with the bank's payroll provider.

Assists with processing weekly and monthly medical and worker's compensation billing.

May assist with administration of companywide transportation program, as it relates to payroll deductions.

Prepares employee ID badges across the corporation.

Assists employees with direct deposit, name and tax changes.

Assists employee with enrollment, changes in enrollment, and insurance claims submitted for payment.

Assists with annual benefit open enrollment process.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Banking is a highly regulated industry, and you will be expected to acquire and maintain a proficiency in the Bank's policies and procedures, and adhere to all laws, rules and regulations that are applicable to your conduct and the work you will be performing. You will also be expected to complete all assigned compliance training in a timely manner.

Professional demeanor in appearance, interpersonal relations, work ethic and attitude.

Possess clear, concise, effective written and oral communication skills to effectively express thoughts, ideas and concepts to bank employees and bank customers.

Ability to multitask.

Excellent communication, time management and problem-solving skills.

Ability to maintain trust, discretion, and confidentiality.