Payroll & Benefits Specialist

Company: Marsh & McLennan Companies, Inc.
Location: Van Nuys
Posted on: April 15, 2024

Job Description:

PAYROLL & BENEFITS SPECIALIST

DEPARTMENT: HUMAN RESOURSES

STATUS: EXEMPT

EMPLOYEE TYPE: FULL TIME

LOCATION: VAN NUYS

Our not-so-secret sauce.

Award-winning, inclusive, Top Workplace culture doesn't happen overnight. It's a result of hard work by extraordinary people. More than 9,000 of the industry's brightest talent drive our efforts to deliver purposeful work and meaningful impact every day. Learn more about what makes us different and how you can thrive as an Office Assistant at Momentous Insurance, A Marsh McLennan Agency (MMA).

Momentous Insurance, A Marsh McLennan Agency provides commercial insurance, commercial entertainment, film and tv insurance, employee health & benefits insurance, and private client insurance solutions to organizations and individuals seeking limitless possibilities. With 9,000 colleagues and 170 offices across North America, we combine the personalized service model of a local consultant with the global resources of the world's leading professional services firm, Marsh McLennan (NYSE: MMC).

A day in the life.

As our Payroll & Benefits Specialist (PBS) on the Human Resources Department, you'll be responsible for the following:

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented individual to join our team as a PBS. In this role, you will play a critical role in managing payroll processes and providing support across various HR functions. If you are highly organized, possess excellent communication skills, and thrive in a dynamic environment, we encourage you to apply.

Our future colleague.

We'd love to meet you if your professional track record includes these skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Accounting, or related field preferred.
• Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in payroll administration and/or human resources.
• Proficiency in payroll software and HRIS platforms (e.g., ADP, Workday, SAP).
• Strong understanding of payroll principles, tax regulations, and compliance requirements.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and calculations.
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize and multitask effectively.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to interact professionally with employees at all levels.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.
  These additional qualifications are a plus, but not required to apply:
  
  
  • Thorough understanding of employee benefits programs, including health and welfare benefits, retirement plans, and voluntary benefits.
  • Strong knowledge of benefits regulations and compliance requirements, including ERISA, ACA, HIPAA, and COBRA.
  • Experience with benefits administration software and HRIS platforms (e.g., ADP, Workday, SAP).
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with employees at all levels.
  • Analytical mindset with the ability to analyze data, identify trends, and make data-driven recommendations.
  • Detail-oriented with strong organizational and project management skills.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.
    We know there are excellent candidates who might not check all of these boxes. Don't be shy. If you're close, we'd be very interested in meeting you.
    
    Work environment & physical demands.
    
    
    • Ability to use computer keyboard and sit in a stationary position for extended periods as well as use office machinery such as fax and copy machines, and telephones.
    • Work is performed in a typical interior/office work environment.
      Valuable benefits.
      
      We value and respect the impact our colleagues make every day both inside and outside our organization. We've built a culture that promotes colleague well-being through robust benefit programs and resources, encourages professional and personal development, and celebrates opportunities to pursue the projects and causes that give colleagues fulfilment outside of work.
      
      Some benefits included in this role are:
      
      
      • Generous time off
      • Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities
      • Charitable contribution match programs
      • Stock purchase opportunities.
        To learn more about a career at MMA, check us out online: or flip through our recruiting brochure:
        
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        The applicable base salary range for this role $76,200 to $93,800. The base pay offered will be determined on factors such as experience, skills, training, location, certifications, and education. Decisions will be determined on a case-by-case basis. In addition to the base salary, this position may be eligible for performance-based incentives.
        
        We are excited to offer a competitive total rewards package which includes health and welfare benefits, tuition assistance, 401K savings and other retirement programs as well as employee assistance programs.
        
        Who you are is who we are.
        
        We embrace a culture that celebrates and promotes the many backgrounds, heritages and perspectives of our colleagues and clients. We are always seeking those with ethics, talent, and ambition who are interested in joining our client-focused teams.
        
        Marsh McLennan and its affiliates are EEO Minority/Female/Disability/Vet/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity employers.
        
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