Highstreet Insurance Partners · 1 day ago
Senior Associate, Payroll Administration
Edmonds, WA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$82K/yr - $92K/yr
3+ years expHighstreet Insurance Partners is one of the fastest-growing insurance agencies in the U.S., dedicated to serving and protecting customers while providing agencies with essential tools and resources. The Senior Associate, Payroll Administration will ensure smooth payroll processing, maintain compliant payroll records, and provide key reports to support data-driven decisions while managing payroll operations for the West region.
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Responsibilities
Accurately prepare, process and review bi-weekly payroll for regional employees
Troubleshoot and resolve payroll discrepancies, including missed deductions, direct deposit errors and the processing of manual paychecks
Ensure compliance with applicable tax codes, benefit deductions (e.g., 401(k), health insurance) and other payroll-related items
Oversee the administration of employees paid time off (PTO) balances and policies to ensure consistency and compliance
Regularly audit and verify payroll data, employee information and benefit contributions to ensure accuracy and compliance
Maintain up-to-date and compliant records for all payroll transactions and employee documentation
Conduct detailed audits on employee pay, deductions and tax filings as necessary
Prepare comprehensive payroll reports, including census, verification and auditing reports, to provide critical insights to management and stakeholders
Act as the primary point of contact for payroll inquiries, addressing employee questions and resolving issues related to pay, deductions and benefits
Onboard and train new users on time and attendance systems and benefits systems ensuring seamless onboarding process and proficiency in system usage
Provide timely and effective solutions to payroll discrepancies, ensuring excellent customer service and support for employees
Collaborate with the team to continuously optimize payroll-related processes and improve system functionality within the HRIS platform (Paycor)
Identify opportunities for greater efficiency and accuracy in payroll operations and implement best practices
Assist with system enhancements, updates and testing to ensure payroll systems are aligned with business needs
Oversee and manage garnishments and unemployment claims for regional employees and agency partners, ensuring proper documentation and compliance with state and federal regulations
Qualification
Required
3-5 years of experience in payroll administration, including experience with HRIS systems
Strong knowledge of payroll processes, tax regulations and compliance standards
Exceptional attention to detail, mathematical accuracy and analytical skills
Solid understanding of payroll related benefits, deductions and compliance (e.g., 401(k), PTO, garnishments)
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot and resolve payroll related issues quickly and effectively
Associate's degree in business, accounting or a related field
Preferred
Paycor experience is preferred
Experience with California payroll processing strongly preferred
Experience in multi-state payroll processing is preferred
Equivalent professional certification preferred (e.g., Certified Payroll Professional)
Benefits
Eligible for annual bonus for meeting performance goals
401(k)
Health insurance
Company
Highstreet Insurance Partners
Highstreet is a national insurance agency with 170+ partners and 2300 employees across the continental US offering an extensive range of personal and business coverage solutions.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
David Tuit
Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer & Co-Leader M&A
Scott Goodreau
Managing Partner, President & COO
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