Payroll/HR Coordinator

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

Berkshire Hathaway Homestate Companies, Workers Compensation Division, is seeking a Payroll/HR Coordinator to join our Human Resources team. The primary responsibility of this position will be to assist the Senior HR Specialist with the preparation and processing of our scheduled payroll batches and associated Payroll/HR tasks. This individual will also be responsible for the entry, collation, and verification of employee data and payroll inputs into the HRIS platform while discreetly handling highly sensitive information.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assists the Senior HR Specialist in the preparation and processing of scheduled payroll batches.
• Ensures the proper entry of employee payroll data and obtains required approvals according to established procedures.
• Collaborates with the HR Operations team to maintain the employee database accurately and in a timely manner.
• Reviews employee timecards for accuracy and supervisory approval, including regular hours, overtime hours, and non-productive hours.
• Processes wage garnishments and responds to garnishment notices.
• Maintains appropriate payroll records related to employee Leave of Absences.
• Answers employees' payroll questions and resolves problems in a timely manner.
• Prepares necessary reports for payroll audits and regulatory reporting.
• Assists in filing monthly, quarterly, and yearly payroll-related state and government agency reporting requirements.
• Maintains a secure filing system for all confidential information, including pay data, employee information, and State filings.
• Performs administrative HR tasks and ad-hoc projects as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• EDUCATION: Associate's degree or some secondary coursework required; Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, or related field preferred.
• EDUCATION: Minimum of two (2) years of previous payroll work related experience, including knowledge of Federal and State labor laws and confidential file management. Experience with HRIS platforms, preferably ADP Workforce Now.
• Strong ability to develop and identify a variety of standard & custom reporting capabilities within HRIS platform to provide meaningful reports.
• Strong mathematical and reasoning abilities.
• Demonstratable proficiency with Microsoft Excel.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Work-Life Balance
• Work From Home Program (up to 2 days per week upon meeting eligibility requirements)
• Modern Office Setting
• Free On-Site Fitness Facility
• Free downtown shuttle route
• Two-minute walk from Walnut Creek BART Station
• Three-minute car ride from CA-24 and I-680
• Free On-Site Garage Parking
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Retirements Savings Match
• Group Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, and Vision)
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Long Term Disability Insurance
• Accident and Critical Illness Insurance
• Flexible Savings Accounts
• Paid Community Volunteer Day
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Employee Referral Program
• Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Program

ABOUT US

With more than 50 years in business, BHHC has grown from a regional organization to a national insurance group, offering insurance products from coast to coast. Relationships are the cornerstone of our culture, and we believe in doing the right thing. That means we invest in our business in every way possible to deliver on our mission and demonstrate that people are what powers our success. Our commitment to financial strength and integrity means our customers can rest assured that we will be there when it counts.

At BHHC we embrace diversity and foster an environment where our people can be their authentic selves. Our differences make us stronger and better together, which fosters a harmonious workplace—something we truly value. We’ve created an approachable and collaborative atmosphere. Here you’ll find a welcoming workplace where everyone can feel valued, supported, and inspired to do great work. Together, we raise the bar by being curious, remaining customer-focused, and operating with integrity.

In accordance with the California Equal Pay Act, the pay scale for this job is $30.5817 to $39.8365 per hour. This pay scale is an estimate of the hourly range the employer reasonably expects to pay for the position based on potential employee qualifications, operational needs and other considerations consistent with applicable law. The actual hourly wage may be above or below the range. The pay scale applies only to this position and only if it is filled in Walnut Creek, California. The pay scale may be different for other positions or in other locations.