What are the responsibilities and job description for the Payroll & Benefits Associate position at roswellpark?
Title: Payroll & Benefits Associate Job Type: Regular Company: Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center Department: Human Resources Management Time Type: Full time Weekly Hours: 40 FTE: 1 Shift: First Shift (United States of America) Summary: We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated entry-level Pay and Benefits professional to join the team. This role involves assisting with the administration of employee benefits, payroll, and leaves of absence, serving as the primary point of contact for employee inquiries related to these areas, as well as HR policies and procedures. Inquiries will be addressed via phone, email, or in person, providing clear and accurate information. Responsibilities include managing employee life events, ensuring all personal information is accurately updated in relevant systems, and confirming that employees are enrolled in the correct benefits as well as the validation of payroll data. The role also involves overseeing the offboarding process for departing employees, including benefits continuation and final payroll processing. Additionally, this position is responsible for running the company’s full payroll, ensuring accuracy and timely distribution. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel is essential for tracking, reporting, and analyzing payroll and benefits data, while strong analytical skills are necessary to identify and resolve discrepancies. This position requires excellent communication skills, a strong focus on customer service, an attention to detail, and the ability to work independently in a very fast-paced environment. Starting annual salary is $56,655. Qualifications: Required Education and Experience 1. Bachelor's degree and the equivalent of one (1) year of full-time experience in human resources, payroll, or a related field; or 2. Associate’s degree and the equivalent of three (3) years of full-time experience in human resources, payroll, or a related field; or 3. High School diploma or High School Equivalency and the equivalent of five (5) years of full-time experience in human resources, payroll, or a related field. NOTE: Required degrees must have been granted by an accredited college or university or one recognized by Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center as following acceptable educational practices. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Roswell Park Cancer Institute Corporation (RPCIC) and Health Research Inc. (HRI) Roswell Park Division believe that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunities, and we do not discriminate against our employees, applicants or job seekers because of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, creed, age, disability, pregnancy-related condition, military or veteran status, marital or familial status, domestic violence victim status, citizenship status, genetic information, individual’s relationship or association with a member of a protected category or any other protected group status as defined by law. Reasonable Accommodation Request RPCIC and HRI are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email HR-PayAndBenefits@RoswellPark.org and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Our Core Values RPCIC and HRI are committed to providing an environment where patients, families, employees and community are treated with courtesy and respect. We support an inclusive environment that nurtures the talents, skills and abilities of each individual to embody and reflect our core values: Innovation, Integrity, Teamwork, Commitment, Compassion and Respect. Historical Compensation Information Statement Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Governor’s Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at info@goer.ny.gov. Welcome to Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center, America's first cancer center founded in 1898 by Dr. Roswell Park. As one of the largest employers in Western New York, Roswell has over 3,300 employees, including over 200 physicians and scientists and 400 nurses. It’s a new era at Roswell Park. Leading the way in cancer research, treatment and education for more than a century, today Roswell Park is setting our course for a second century of extraordinary advances in cancer research and treatment. Equipped with the best facilities, the sharpest and most creative minds, and the single objective of curing cancer, we stand on the threshold of historic discovery.