Job Opportunities in Costa Rica

Media Tek USA Inc. is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Payroll & Benefit Assistant to join our Compensation and Benefit team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for processing weekly payroll, managing and administering employee benefits and leave programs, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations, and providing support to employees regarding their inquiries. This role involves collaboration with various departments to ensure effective communication and implementation of benefits policies. Duties and Responsibilities: - Manage non-exempt employee timecards, process weekly payroll and prepare reports to finance department - Administer employee benefits programs, including health, dental, vision, life & ADD, STD/LTD insurance, and wellness plans - Act as a liaison to work with the benefits consultant and third parties to ensure the timely enrollment, changes, and termination of employee benefits, as well as to resolve any issues - Create and update the benefits orientation webinar for new hires and provide ongoing support for employee inquiries - Coordinate annual open enrollment processes and communicate changes to employees. - Prepare and maintain accurate records and reports to ensure the compliance with regulations such as ACA, ERISA, and COBRA - Respond to government surveys and correspondence - Manage Benefit portal and upload and organize all benefit documents - Stay updated on industry trends and changes in legislation affecting benefits - Administer and manage all aspects of employee leave of absence programs - Maintain accurate records of leave balances, usage, and documentation for all employees - Communicate with employees regarding their leave status, eligibility, and required documentation - Prepare reports and analytics related to leave usage and trends for management review - Support HR management to develop and implement leave policies and procedures - Initiate, plan and implement new benefits programs and related projects
- Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field - 2-4 years of experience in benefits administration or a related HR role - Strong knowledge of employee benefits laws and regulations - Proficiency in HRIS and payroll systems, experience in ADP Workforce and SAP database is preferred - Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills - Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality - Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills