Description
We are currently seeking an experienced human resources professional to fill a key role.
Payroll Benefits Specialist
As a Payroll Benefits Specialist you will:
Serve as the human resource liaison between the store and the Midwest Corporate office in Chicago.
Compile and process payroll for all team members in both stores
Educate team members on benefit options and support team member enrollment process by performing the duties listed below
1. Provides educational training to Team Members and Team Leaders regarding all aspects of Human Resources.
2. Compiles payroll data such as hours worked, taxes, insurance, deductions to be withheld, from time sheets and other records.
3. Reviews wages computed and corrects errors to ensure accuracy of payroll records changes affecting net wages such as exemptions, insurance coverage, and loan payments for each employee to update master payroll records.
4. Records data concerning transfer of employees between departments.
5. Prorates expenses to be debited or credited to each department for cost accounting records.
6. Keeps records of leave pay and nontaxable wages.
7. Processes store payroll according to regional procedures; maintains personnel files and other employment files.
8. Provides support to Team Leaders and Store Leadership regarding all aspects of Human Resources.
9. Works closely with TMSC to ensure store level HR issues are communicated to regional TMS.
10. Conducts annual open enrollment and monitors ongoing Team Member benefit eligibility and enrollment.
11. Ensures regional policy and OSHA regulations are followed regarding Workers' Compensation and safety.
12. Processes unemployment claims in a timely manner to unemployment vendor.
13. Assists in hiring process including job postings, employment ads, screening applicants and interviewing.
14. Maintains comprehensive knowledge of and ensures compliance with relevant regulatory rules and standards including Occupational Safety Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).
18. Organizes and conducts 15 minute day sessions addressing the training needs of the store or facility.
26. Studies and develops skill in use of better teaching and training methods.
Competencies
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions.
Customer Service - Responds promptly to internal customer needs; solicits internal customer feedback to improve services; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments.
Interpersonal Skills - Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.
Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions; demonstrates group presentation skills;
Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; edits work for spelling and grammar; varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.
Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback.
Diversity - Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; promotes a harassment-free environment.
Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; supports organization's goals and values.
Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives.
Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position.
Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
Qualifications 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.
Education and/or Experience
Associate's degree (A. A.) or equivalent from two-year College or technical school; or six months to one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Language Skills
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.
Mathematical Skills
Ability to add, subtracts, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
Reasoning Ability
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
Computer Skills
To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Payroll systems; Spreadsheet software and Word Processing software.
Other Skills and Abilities
Background with payroll systems and conducting training and development programs.
Bi-Lingual candidate highly preferred
Other Qualifications
Able to work a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends as required.
Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
At Whole Foods Market, we empower our Team Members to make their own decisions, thus creating an environment where people are treated with respect and are highly motivated to excel. We mentor Team Members through education and on-the-job experience. As a result, we are able to fill a majority of leadership roles from our existing team member base. We also recognize that there are individuals with talent outside of Whole Foods Market, and have training programs to bring those new leaders into the company.
Our Team Members represent over 50 different nations. We are people from diverse backgrounds and perspectives, yet all work together to meet the needs of our customers.
We offer great benefits beginning with a full complement of medical and other traditional group health plan coverage, 401k plan, and a 20% discount at our stores. To learn more, apply your passion today.
