Benefits/Payroll Specialist - Vacancy ID: 273077

The Benefits/Payroll Specialist will support and contribute to the overall success of a high-performing Finance team at the D.C. Everest Area School District. The Finance team is committed to providing high-quality fiscal services through excellence in customer service, integrity, and accountability. The Benefits/Payroll Specialist will serve as a primary resource for employees on benefit programs and as a member of the Payroll team, will work closely with payroll to ensure accurate, timely administration of employee benefits and payroll.

• Administers and processes employee benefit programs, including, but not limited to, health, dental, vision, life, disability, accident, FSA, HRA, and HSA plans; serves as a primary contact for employees regarding benefit enrollment, eligibility, plan options, changes, and benefit-related questions.
• Coordinates new employee benefit enrollment and processes benefit changes related to open enrollment, qualifying life events, status changes, leaves of absence, retirements, and terminations.
• Coordinates all aspects of employee leaves, including paid time off and FMLA.
• Audits and reconciles benefits/deductions against vendor invoices, Skyward benefits system, and insurance provider subscriber lists to ensure accurate employee and employer contributions; researches and resolves discrepancies as needed.
• Coordinates with benefit providers, insurance carriers, third-party administrators, and other external partners regarding employee benefits, billing, and eligibility.
• Assists with processing biweekly payroll to ensure employees are paid accurately and on time.
• Cross-trains with other members of the Finance and Talent & Culture teams.
• Assists with year-end payroll activities, including W-2 preparation, benefit reporting, payroll reconciliations, and other required year-end processes.
• Assists with yearly staff budgeting by auditing and updating employee benefit and deduction amounts in the Skyward staff planning system.
• Maintains strict confidentiality and security of employee payroll, compensation, and benefit information.
• Assists with District-required audits and provides documentation related to payroll and employee benefits.
• Monitors compliance with District policies, benefit plan requirements, and applicable federal and state regulations.
• Performs additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.