HR Manager, Payroll and Benefits at Woodbridge

Job Description

Northfield Bank is a $2.5 billion full service commercial bank with 30 branch locations.  With a history dating back to 1887, the bank continues to grow and expand its presence in New York and New Jersey.  With over 300 employees with diverse backgrounds and cultures come together to make Northfield Bank what it is today.  The company believes in giving employees the opportunity to reach their career potential and advance within the organization. Becoming part of Northfield Bank’s team helps you become a part of our history.  For more information, please visit www.eNorthfield.com

Job Title: HR Manager, Payroll and Benefits

Job Summary:

 

Northfield Bank is seeking an experienced HR Manager focused on the disciplines of Payroll and Benefits, specifically ADP Payroll and HRB.  Through successful leadership, they will manage the day-to-day Payroll and Benefits operations, serving the 325+ Northfield associates located throughout NJ, Staten Island and Brooklyn.

 

The HR Manager, Payroll and Benefits is a full-time, exempt position and reports directly to the Director of Human Resources.

Job Requirements

Essential Responsibilities:

  Payroll: 

• Responsible for the management, coaching and development of the Payroll Specialist
• Responsible for the overall accuracy and timeliness of producing over 8,000 pay disbursements annually, resulting in over $12M in compensation
• Ensures that the Banks payroll and benefit process(s) meet all audit, legal, compliance and regulatory tests
• Responsible for the successful mitigation of payroll issues and problems in line with regulatory constraints, company policy and the needs of the associates
• Development and production of effective payroll reporting and metrics
• Ensures the HRIS system is accurate, secure, maintained and audited
• Ensure compliance with all data privacy laws and regulations
• Manages and maintains positive relationships with vendors and service providers 
• Effective management of special payroll runs including annual bonus, stock and supplemental payrolls
• Strong focus on continuous improvement and strategic planning for the future
• Ensure a high quality outcome and positive service offering for the managers and associates
• Remain up-to-date on new developments in payroll and related legislation; advise Management on needed actions
• Track vacation accruals and payroll deductions for time reporting

 

  Benefits: 

• Responsible for the management, coaching and development of the Benefits Specialist
• Responsible for overseeing the administration of all group health insurance plans company-wide in NJ and NY, including Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, Life and various supplemental benefits 
• Ensure proper enrollment of all new employees to group health insurance plans, and oversee annual open enrollment process
• Serve as a point of contact for all employees and liaison with benefit providers to assist with and/or resolve any benefits questions or to assist with resolving claims, enrollment or eligibility issues
• Process benefit changes in a timely and compliant manner
• Manage all reporting requirements for healthcare benefits, 401(k), and Workers Compensation
• Manage all aspects of NJ and NY Leave(s) of Absence including FMLA, Short-Term disability, Workers Compensation & Personal Leaves of Absence to ensure compliance and minimize exposure
• Provide educational resources to employees regarding all offered benefits
• Oversee employee changes and terminations in HR/Payroll system as well as the insurance companies online systems
• Compliance: Secure and maintain all regulatory postings

 

Education / Certifications:

• Bachelors degree in Business Administration, HR or Information Systems is preferred
• PHR is a plus
• Certified ADP Payroll Specialist is a plus

Qualifications:

• 8 - 10 years of overall ADP Payroll experience
• 3 – 5 years of Human Resources experience
• 3 – 5 years of People Management
• Thorough knowledge of ADP payroll including processes, laws, taxation and financials with developed accounting and analytical abilities
• Knowledge of HR Administration policies and procedures
• Service orientation to meet the needs of the associates, managers and business of the bank
• Experience meeting financial requirements while delivering client satisfaction
• Strategic thinker with the ability to focus on continuous improvement and future needs of the organization
• Technical understanding of HR and Payroll Systems, how they work together and the downstream impact of data quality and accuracy
• Ability to effectively interact with senior management

Skills:

• Exceptional communication skills, high level of confidentiality, strong follow through & attention to detail
• Extremely flexible, proactive, highly organized, with ability to shift priorities, multi-task, and handle heavy work flow processing under time-sensitive deadlines
• The ideal candidate makes positive contributions to overall employee engagement and satisfaction, striving to improve service to both internal and external relationships

Passionate about providing exceptional customer service

 

  ******Northfield Bank is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V*******

Country: USA, State: New Jersey, City: Woodbridge, Company: Northfield Bank.