Farmers Branch, TX

Location: Hybrid (T-Th in office)

Reports to: director, HR Ops

Pay range: $25.00 - $31/hr

At Eyemart Express, we improve lives by helping people see better. For over 30 years, we’ve been setting the pace and the standard when it comes to delivering the best customer experience, leading the eyewear industry in quality service, selection & speed. What’s our secret? We put our customers and our employees at the center of everything we do. We strive to make sure that our employees have professional, personal and social development opportunities to unleash their full potential and feel safe, supported and empowered at work each day.

We are looking for our next payroll administrator—if you’re passionate about payroll and compliance, are a great problem solver, and enjoy working with a fun, hardworking HR team, we want to talk to you.

Job Description

This associate is a member of the Eyemart Express HR Team and will be responsible for the accurate and timely processing of biweekly payrolls for hourly and salaried associates. Eyemart Express has over 2,000 associates across over 40 states.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Responsible for the preparation and processing of multiple biweekly payrolls;review and ensure accuracy of approved timesheets; track and deduct all garnishments and other special payroll deductions.
• Administration of employee earnings including, but not limited to: Incentives,Bonuses and Relocation payments.
• Responsible for the coordination of efforts between payroll, human resources,accounting, and store locations to ensure proper flow and maintenance of employee data.
• Administration of the company’s electronic timekeeping system within Reflexis:
• Monitor submission of approved timecards and follow up with store managers to ensure all timecards are completed within necessary payroll deadlines.
• Upload biweekly employee hours (i.e. regular & OT hours, PTO, holiday time, ETC.) into UKG.
• Serve as point-of-contact for all employees using the Reflexis Time & Attendance System.
• Adherence to FLSA; monitor submissions of approved timesheets, ensure valid data transfers to/from payroll service.
• Employee Record Maintenance
• Review submitted changes in accordance to policy including compliance with federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
• Process all employee pay, tax, and status changes accurately and within payroll deadlines.
• Audit all new hire data, including tax set-ups, I-9 documents, PTO accruals and FLSA status.
• Process and file all terminations,
• following correct procedures to ensure compliance with relevant state laws regarding final pay;
• compliance with applicable state laws and company policy regarding PTO and/or sick pay
• Respond to payroll-related calls and emails from stores, giving accurate information and using discretion and positive communication. Emphasis on customer service principles to best serve all internal and external customers.
• Assist with department projects as necessary (new systems implementations; periodic audits; insurance, open enrollment, etc.).
• Additional duties as assigned.
  

Education And Experience Requirements

• Minimum of 2-5 years in a payroll department performing all payroll functions.
• Multi-state payroll experience required.
• Experience with UKG Pro Software required.
• Experience with Reflexis Time and Labor Management preferred.
• Experience with Workday preferred.
• Experience with tax reporting preferred.
• Familiar with unclaimed wage processes & procedures preferred.
• FPC and/or CPP certification(s) preferred.
  
  

Skill Requirements

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise extreme discretion regarding employee pay rates and general employment status information.
• Self-starter who takes initiative to drive all payroll activities.
• Customer-friendly attitude and approach.
• Excellent problem-solving/judgment skills, and high level of attention to detail and accuracy. Ability to think through payroll situations and recommend best course of action.
• Strong organizational skills, and the ability to work under pressure.
• Ability to handle and prioritize multiple tasks and meet all deadlines.
• Team player.
• Strong skills using and understanding the flow of transactions in an integrated and automated payroll accounting system.
• MS Excel - Intermediate level or higher.
  
  

Eyemart Express is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of an individual's sex, age, race, color, creed, national origin, religion, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, disability, veteran or military status and other personal characteristics protected by law. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce - one that reflects the varied communities where we live and serve. Our work greatly benefits from a range of perspectives, so we encourage you to apply!