HR & Payroll Specialist

Position Summary:

The primary function of the HR & Payroll Specialist is to work closely with the Controller, Director of Operations and the General Manager. This role will perform a wide variety of payroll and departmental tasks, data entry and reporting. The HR & Payroll Specialist will provide HR support to all management staff, branches and employees. The ideal candidate should thrive in a fast-paced, rapidly growing work environment. This employee will be in all facets of Payroll & HR from hiring and onboarding functions to creating and maintaining employee files and administering data entry for payroll.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Maintain confidentiality of all records, conversations, documents related to employment, benefits, EEO records, etc.
• Process background check orders on new hires.
• Input new hires in payroll and operations systems; ensure accuracy of data entries.
• File department records; maintain and update employee files.
• Assists with administration and communication of company benefit plans for yard personnel.
• Verifies that employees are eligible for employment. Responsible for following up on work authorizations that expire daily.
• Perform duties relative to the facility's overall payroll function.
• Ensure accuracy of payroll data, time-clock entry and payroll calculations.
• Coordinate all processing data related to weekly payroll.

• Process the payroll on a weekly basis, including extracting reports from time & attendance system(s) ensuring proper treatment of all taxes, benefits, and garnishments.
• Report new hires, changes, and terminations to the unions and union 401(k) administrators.

• Assist with answering inquiries from department heads and employees regarding paychecks, deductions, overtime, and related matters.
• Maintain PTO benefit accrual balances for employees.
• Use initiative to resolve problems with appropriate action and follow through.
• Research and prepare various reports for management.
• Participate in quality improvement activities for department and payroll specific processes.
• Use initiative to resolve problems with appropriate action and follow through.
• Always provide excellent customer service to internal employees.
• Participate as a flexible team player in a fast-paced, change-oriented environment.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of at least 2 years of related work experience
• Strong Microsoft office skills
• Demonstrated knowledge of labor laws

Core Competencies:

• Strive to do the right thing by displaying trust and integrity.
• Embody the principles of servant leadership, even in a non-people management role, by puttingthe needs of others first, valuing diverse perspectives by sincerely appreciating and considering others' opinions and ideas and demonstrating a positive and humble attitude.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and on a team; ability to lead, execute and/or delegate as needed, while also collaborating with others to get the job done.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships at every level of the organization; invest in building relationships with all team members.
• Help champion an inclusive working environment by:
  • Empowering others to bring their full selves to the workplace.
  • Celebrating, welcoming, and valuing the different backgrounds and experiences that make up our workforce.
  • Recognizing that all team members are valued, regardless of race, background, tenure, or title.
• Ability to self-manage, show initiative, be proactive, and drive results.
• Communicate professionally, both verbally and in writing to coworkers and customers

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to remain in stationary position in an office environment: 70%
• Will frequently move about inside the office to access files, office machinery, etc.
• Must be able to operate basic office machinery.
• Must be able to communicate with team and management and be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.

Required Cognitive Skills:

• Must be able to problem solve and prioritize tasks.
• Must be able to manage stress depending on deadlines and ongoing projects.
• Must be able to multitask.
• Must be able to receive and analyze information.
• Must be able to quickly communicate solutions if problems occur.
• Must be able to demonstrate a high degree of sound judgement and initiative.

Benefits & Perks:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability & Life Insurance
• Wellness Benefits
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Program
• Paid Holidays & Vacation Days
• Development & Training Programs

This job description is subject to change at any time.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Launch your career with a national building materials distributor and discover opportunities for growth and advancement. We value our team members and believe them to be our greatest assets. As such, we invest in training and strive to provide a work-life balance.

• Tamarack Materials, Inc. (Bloomington, MN), 9300 James Avenue South, Bloomington, Minnesota, United States of America