Share Email Opening Title Payroll and Benefits Specialist  EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.   About the Organization WHO WE ARE Goodwill Industries of Central Illinois is a non-profit organization with 11 stores, seven donation centers, a logistics center and an online auction site. In addition, we operate two employment service centers and a home for veterans experiencing homelessness. The money raised by the sale of donations goes to fund our free programs. Our programs include: helping people find employment, assisting our veterans with job services and resource referral, serving youth around the area with several different programs, and operating a 15-bed home for veterans. Goodwill has been serving Central Illinois since 1934. MORE THAN JUST A TEAM Goodwill employees are more than just a team. They are a close-knit group of people which enjoy fostering friendship and support. Goodwill employees work together knowing that, as a non-profit, their job means someone is getting the assistance they need. It's working with a purpose.   Description SUMMARY The Payroll and Benefits Specialist works with the Finance and Human Resources team members to accurately process bi-weekly payroll for all Goodwill employees and maintain all needed payroll records/reports. The Specialist also provides support to ensure all benefit programs offered by the organization are managed effectively and efficiently. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES Payroll Coordinate New Employee Data, Employee Change Data, Deductions, and Employee Termination Data in Payroll/HR/Benefits system with HR. Process bi-weekly payroll: Review hours for completeness and accuracy in electronic timekeeping system and upload electronic time data to payroll; maintain Paid Time Off balances; check printing and direct deposit processing; pay post-payroll liabilities including Federal and State Payroll Taxes, 401(k) contributions, Child Support, Garnishments, etc. Assist with year-end closing, W-2 processing, and 401(k) census. Handle monthly payroll reconciliation Enter data into databases and spreadsheets Handle direct deposit requests and data Process paper checks for distribution as needed Acquire all necessary signatures to distribute payroll Audit employee time and labor data submitted by various offices and interact with supervisors as required to verify data and resolve discrepancies Establish and ensure accuracy of federal, state, and local taxes, social security contributions, employee benefit contributions, fringe benefits, garnishments and other deductions of employee paychecks Analyze and respond to inquiries from employees regarding paycheck amounts, deductions, leave accruals, direct deposit, and other concerns Pull various payroll reports from HRIS system Perform Verifications of Employment as needed Make adjustments in pay for raises, bonuses, etc.   Benefits Administration Advise employees, answer questions, and enroll staff in benefit programs Process various paperwork, especially regarding disability, FMLA absences, and employee life status changes Perform quality checks of benefits-related data Process and track leaves of absence and paid-time-off paperwork Conduct employee-benefit meetings to inform employees of the emerging benefits and make adjustments to the existing ones Assist with open enrollment processes Cooperate with the Finance and HR teams to ensure administrative compliance with regulatory requirements Audit benefit enrollment reports for accuracy Process and manage Workers Compensation claims Monitor and manage unemployment claims Assist with other duties as assigned   Position Requirements A minimum of an Associate’s degree or comparable experience in a payroll role A minimum of two years benefits administration experience desirable Familiarity with the state and federal payroll and tax rules and regulations Experience working with payroll and human resource information systems Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and payroll platforms such as ADP, Paylocity, etc. as well as direct involvement with a payroll vendor/platform change is helpful Strong work ethic and ability to treat sensitive information in a professional manner   Location Peoria, IL (Goodwill Commons)   Category Accounting/Finance   Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time   Shift -not applicable-   This position is currently not accepting applications. 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