Payroll and Benefits Coordinator

The Payroll & Benefits Coordinator coordinates, gathers, reviews and analyzes the calculation and process of payroll for all US MCM/Encore employees. This position ensures that all employees are paid timely, and accurately and that all necessary policies, and procedures are adhered to (SOX, Wage and Hour, etc.), as well as the associated payroll management / regulatory reports; provides appropriate level of customer service to internal and external business partners.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Successfully produce a bi-weekly, multi-state payroll for over 1000 employees using Workday. Coordinate all incoming data from various departments and works with the Payroll team to ensure accuracy of the properly authorized paycheck for the US workforce. New Hires, Terminations, Employee Changes, LOAs, Uploading Wellness reimbursement, Encore Honors, Work Anniversaries, Monthly Wellness Incentives, Taxable fringe, Cash awards, Commissions payments.
• Assist with benefits: 401K administration (bi-weekly funding & audits), benefit and payroll invoice reconciliation, Short Term disability calculations, benefit arrears, new parent flex time, parental leave pay, and other general administrative responsibilities.
• Responds to employee questions via our ticketing system, Service Now tickets, and always offers quality customer service.  
• Prepares and uploads the Journal Entries for the Monthly Wages accrual, PTO true -up accrual, the PTO Liability accrual, 401K employer match, bonuses accrual and assist in answering trending variance questions after the month end close.
• Responsible for running the quarterly tax filing reports.
• Assists with the Bureau Labor Statistics reporting (CA & AZ).  
• Perform other duties, as assigned.  

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION:  High School Diploma             

EXPERIENCE: 1 year of multi-state payroll experience. General administrative support experience. Experience with excel is required.

CERTIFICATION(S):  Certification(s) required

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER ATTRIBUTES:

• Knowledge of Workday HRIS system. Advanced knowledge of federal and multi-state tax laws. Knowledge of 401(k) administration and benefits.
• Skilled in MS Office Excel, Workday system, and conducting audits.
• Ability to properly manage time, meet deadlines, communicate with employees and management, handle confidential information
• Previous experience with Workday Time Tracking System, managing 401(k) and completing YTD payroll/benefit audits.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

EXPERIENCE:  Experience working at a mid-size company (1,400 employees) with multi-state payroll.

CERTIFICATION(S):  Payroll certification (e.g. CPP)

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER ATTRIBUTES:

• Knowledge of Workday HRIS system. Advanced knowledge of federal and multi-state tax laws. Knowledge of 401(k) administration and benefits.
• Skilled in MS Office Excel, Workday system, conducting audits and detailed orientated.
• Ability to work independently and multi-task, with a strong attention to detail. Ability to communicate effectively, excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with all during the course of work.
• Reliable and trustworthy.

Starting Compensation

Hourly Rate: $26.49 - $34.37 (Amount based on office location, relevant experience, skills, and competencies)

If you are wondering why you should work for us, here is something to help you decide:

• Pay and Bonuses: Earn a competitive salary. All employees are eligible for uncapped commission or annual bonus incentives.

• Career Progression: Grow at MCM with paid training and development programs – including our very own MCM Academy – as well as a promote-from-within philosophy.

• Reward and Recognition: We are committed to honoring great results – ranging from informal accolades to formal company-wide awards and prizes like all-inclusive vacations.

• Tuition Assistance: Pursue a degree or coursework related to your current role, or the role you are striving for.

• Healthcare Insurance: Take advantage of comprehensive healthcare plans and options to ensure your continued health, plus fitness membership reimbursements, weight watchers, our wellness rewards Program and more.

• Volunteering Opportunities: Enjoy up to eight hours of paid time off each year to volunteer. We also offer volunteer grants and matching financial donations, up to US$ 2,500 per employee annually.