Payroll Specialist

SUMMARY: 

The Payroll Specialist is responsible for all payroll processing activities at the company, including time and attendance, bi-weekly payroll processing for approximately 250 employees and administrative responsibilities for the Corporate Services Department.  

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned to meet the business needs.  

·      Responsible for the overall maintenance of the ADP payroll system

·      Responsible for maintaining and adjusting entries in the time and attendance system

·      Inputting new hires, changes, and terminations

·      Auditing and correcting payroll and benefit information prior to transmission

·      Investigate and resolve discrepancies in payroll and benefit deductions

·      Calculate pay, manual checks, overtime, and paid-time off accruals as needed

·      Enter benefit deductions and garnishments

·      Audit insurance premium billings

·      Process employment verifications

·      Assist with the annual Open Enrollment process

·      Maintain employee personnel files – both paper and electronic copies

·      First-level support for both managers and employees regarding payroll and time cards

·      Liaison with Finance Department to ensure proper transmission of payroll data to the general ledger

·      Administrative assistance to the Corporate Services Department – filing, calendar maintenance, expense reports, incoming mail, organization charts, etc.  

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:  

·      Must be comfortable handling confidential information in a discreet, tactful, and mature manner

·      Excellent written and verbal communication skills 

·      Ability to deliver exceptional internal customer service

·      Proven ability to build strong working relationships will all levels of the organization

·      Working knowledge of Excel – ability to create basic formulas, build and maintain spreadsheets, create ad-hoc reports

·      High-school level math required to calculate manual checks, hours worked, overtime, and other payroll calculations

·      Understands boundaries and limits of authority – escalates issues appropriately and on a timely basis

·      Understands and applies company polices fairly with regards to payroll, time and attendance, benefits administration, and paid time off

·      Ability to research payroll and benefits administration issues and clearly present findings to management for review  

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:  

·      High-school diploma or equivalent required; AS/BS degree preferred

·      1-2 years of payroll processing experience  

JOIN OUR EXCITING COMPANY!

Homeowners Choice was founded in 2006 by individuals who were themselves Florida homeowners and recognized the need for a quality, stable, service-oriented homeowners’ insurance provider in Florida. Today, we serve approximately 170,000 policyholders throughout Florida. Our management has worked in the Florida homeowner insurance business for over 25 years and is well acquainted with the problems and challenges of Florida's insurance market.

HCI Group, Inc., the parent company of Homeowners Choice, is publicly-held. Its common shares trade on the NYSE under the ticker symbol HCI. Demotech, Inc., a leading actuarial and financial analysis firm, has awarded Homeowners Choice a Financial Stability Rating of “A” (Exceptional). Demotech’s Financial Stability Ratings are designed to indicate the financial stability of a property and casualty insurer.

We are seeking highly-motivated, intelligent, energetic individuals who will take advantage of all the opportunities in our growing company. Homeowners Choice is an Equal Opportunity Employer, a Tobacco-Free Workplace, and an E-Verify Participant. We strive to maintain an open, collaborative culture where teamwork is paramount. Homeowners Choice is proud to support the efforts of our employees and the greater community by hosting many charitable and social events throughout the year.

e are pleased to offer competitive pay, generous benefits, and an exceptional working environment. Our beautiful corporate office is conveniently located in the Westshore District, and we offer free, covered parking. Homeowners Choice is also committed to the physical and financial well-being of our employees. We offer 100% employer-paid health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance for employees, a flexible paid-time off plan, and a generous 401(k) match, as well as company stock and bonus potential.

With a career at Homeowners Choice, you’ll work alongside the brightest, most dynamic individuals in the insurance industry. People who not only embrace change, but drive innovation daily. If you think you have what it takes to join our successful, growing organization, please apply today!