Payroll and Benefits Administrator

Description:

WHO WE ARE: Through our offering of furniture, walls, and audio-visual solutions, the I3 Group is on a mission to transform the way people work, learn and heal across the Midwest. Our company is fueled by the synergy of two Certified Platinum MillerKnoll dealers, Interior Investments (IL, WI, MO) and Intereum (MN). The I3 Group places great importance on fostering a supportive work environment that values culture, community, and connection with both team members and clients. We are not just a company; we are a movement, reshaping the dealer landscape across the Midwest.

OUR CORE VALUES: Accountable | Resilient| Service | Passion

ACCOUNTABILITIES:

· Accurate Processing of Payroll & Commissions

· Payroll Reporting & Compliance

· Payroll Tax Reporting & Compliance

· Benefits Administration Reporting & Compliance

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING:

Payroll Administration

• Ensure accurate and timely processing of payroll information including new hires, terminations, and changes to pay rates.
• Implement, maintain, and review payroll systems to ensure timely and accurate processing of payroll transactions: salaries, benefits, commissions, garnishments, taxes, and other deductions.
• Review and process quarterly and year-end payroll taxes.
• Work closely with People + Culture on benefits administration, leaves of absence processing and payroll audits.
• Respond to employee payroll questions.
• Process expense reports through Ramp and manage new user onboarding + training.
• Reconcile wages and payroll tax reports quarterly and resolve any discrepancies.
• Prepare general ledger journal entries for benefits, payroll taxes, and additional entries.
• Receive, enter, answer, and file garnishments in accordance with federal and state requirements.
• Manage federal and multi-state government compliance filing, reports and posting.
• File annual EEO-1 report; maintain records, reports, and logs to comply with EEO regulations.
• Ensure compliance and best practice with federal, multi-state, and local wage and hour laws.

Benefits Administration

• Manage and audit benefits enrollment, terminations, and QE changes for Intereum’s comprehensive benefit plans.
• Manage benefits reconciliation, update employee deductions, and ensure timely payment with insurance carriers and other vendors.
• Track and balance all Health Savings Account (HSA) contributions.
• Manage 401k administration and participate in internal and external audits.

WHAT YOU SHOULD HAVE:

• 5+ years’ experience in Payroll and Benefits administration.
• Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree, preferably in Accounting, Human Resources or equivalent experience.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion with employee information.
• Solid understanding of payroll, payroll tax laws, HRIS and payroll platforms.
• Strong excel skills: pivot table, v-lookups, filters etc.
• Understand leave of absence and applicable laws and regulations as it relates to payroll.
• Strong communication skills – ability to communicate clearly to all levels of leadership and with employees directly.

WHAT WE BRING TO THE TABLE:

• A State-of-the-Art Facility with plenty of free parking, incredible technology throughout, and a multitude of workspaces at your disposal
• Use the EOS (Entrepreneurial Operating System) methodology to provide tools to help individuals and teams achieve goals, growth, and improvement.
• Quarterly All Company Meetings
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits
• Seasonal Onsite Flu Shot Clinic
• Employer Paid Long Term Disability and Life Insurance
• 401K
• Community Service opportunities
• Company social hours
• Ability to use your talents and strengths to make a positive impact

Requirements: