HR & Payroll Specialist (Part Time)

***THIS IS A PART TIME POSITION, ONLY APPLY IF INTERESTED IN WORKING PART TIME***

Company Summary

MECU is a not-for-profit financial institution committed to helping its members and community by offering high-quality financial products and services.

MECU's success in empowering our members to improve their financial well-being and live better dates back to 1936. We seek service-oriented professionals that will be champions for our members, treat everyone with respect find ways to assist our members/co-workers and help our community be a better place to live.

WE NEVER COMPROMISE THE MEMBER EXPERIENCE - our goal is to provide the absolute best member experience in all interactions and is the number one factor that we use to differentiate ourselves from our competition.

Position Summary:

Working independently, the HR and Payroll Specialist is primarily responsible for accurately and timely processing payroll, as well as supporting various human resources functions. This role involves following established procedures to process and submit bi-weekly payroll, along with maintaining supporting documentation, audit trails, appropriate leave, and benefit records. The specialist also maintains permanent employee records, ensuring the accuracy of information and compliance with state and federal regulations.

Hours/Work Schedule:

• Part Time
• 50 hours (Bi-Weekly)
• 30 hours payroll week
• 20 hours week before payroll week

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prepare and distribute all necessary payroll reports, funds retirement and benefit accounts appropriately, and maintains complete confidentiality throughout the process.
• Collaborate with payroll system vendor to ensure that payroll and unemployment tax withholds are up to date.
• Manage employee terminations and process unemployment claims.
• Support performance appraisal and compensation processes.
• Works closely with the accounting department to ensure payroll, compensation, and benefits-related expenses are reported properly.
• Calculate and apply adjustments such as retroactive pay, bonuses, accruals, garnishments, and year-end reporting.
• Assist with compliance reporting, such as EEO-1, ACA, OSHA, and other regulatory filings.
• Assist with onboarding and off boarding including processing new hires, termination, and changes in employee status.
• Provides backup support to other team members regarding day-to-day first-level support of employees about payroll, leave, business cards, benefit information, and audit requests.
• Participates in special projects and other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors in Human Resources or related field preferred.
• Minimum two (2) years' experience of payroll and HR function.
• Experience with Paylocity payroll and timekeeping system - Preferred
• Proficient with Microsoft Office products including but not limited to: Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft Outlook.
• Excellent organizational, verbal and written communication skills.

Competencies Required:

• Excellent interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to be detailed oriented and deliver accurate work
• Ability to work in a fast paced member-focused environment
• Knowledge of applicable laws/policies/principles
• Ability to adapt to different roles as needed
• Analytical and problem solving skills
• Planning and organizational skills
• Ability to report to work as scheduled, flexibility to deal with unexpected events.

Compensation:

Salary Range per hour, depending on experience and qualifications

• $25.00 - $36.25

Benefits at MECU Credit Union:

At MECU, we prioritize the well-being and growth of our employees by offering a comprehensive benefits package that includes but not limited to:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage: Plans are available for both employees and their families to ensure comprehensive health coverage.
• 401(k) Plan with Employer Match: Secure your financial future with our competitive 401(k) plan, including an employer match to help you save more for retirement.
• Company-Paid Insurance: We provide company-paid short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance to give you peace of mind.
• Tuition Assistance: Continue your education and professional development with our tuition assistance program.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Access confidential support for personal and professional challenges through our EAP.
• Parking Discounts: Enjoy discounted parking to make commuting easier.
• Long-Term Care Insurance: Prepare for the future with long-term care coverage options.
• Time Off: Take advantage of annual, sick leave, sick and safe leave to recharge and maintain a healthy work-life balance.

Join MECU and enjoy benefits that truly support you and your family.

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this position, the successful candidate is regularly required to sit; use hands and fingers to handle objects, tools, keyboards or controls; talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms and stoop or kneel.

Must regularly lift and/or move files and equipment up to 15 pounds and occasionally lift/move up to 25 pound objects. Specific vision characteristics required by this position include close vision, adjust focus, and view a computer screen for extended periods of time.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

MECU of Baltimore, Inc. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

MECU conducts credit, bond and background checks.