Specialist, Payroll
HECLA MINING CO.Job Details
Job Description
POSITION SUMMARY:
This is a full-time support role with hours ranging from 30-40 hours per week based on operational needs. The position provides essential support to the Accounting & Payroll Department by assisting with timecard processing, payroll operations, and process improvement initiatives.
SAFETY, HEALTH & ENVIRONMENTAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES Include, but are not limited to:
- Complying with all necessary requirements put in place to prevent incidents, injuries or losses.
- Ensuring the safety and health of themselves and others in the workplace by being responsible for their actions and taking due care while performing their work.
- Identifying, eliminating, and reporting hazards as soon as practicable.
- Disclosing all information regarding incidents and cooperating in incident investigations.
- Assisting in the resolution of health and safety matters in a positive and timely manner.
- Using and maintaining PPE.
- Providing suggestions for improving work processes.
- Assisting Management by supporting change to achieve desired targets.
- Ensuring that correct equipment is used for the job.
- Participating in risk assessment methodology.
- Participating in safety initiatives.
- Receiving training and instruction as required; and
- Maintaining good housekeeping standards.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Review, correct, and enter daily timecards.
- Assist with processing and distribution of bi-weekly paychecks.
- Process manual checks requests, garnishments, and pay adjustments.
- Accounting for the payroll via entering journal entries into the Ellipse system.
- Requires the ability to work well independently and under deadlines.
- Requires the ability to communicate well with a service-oriented attitude to help employees resolve pay questions.
- Assist with other Payroll projects as needed.
- Serve as a key link between the HR and Payroll departments to support the development, enhancement, and implementation of new company policies and procedures.
QUALIFICATIONS Education and/or Experience:
B.A. in accounting or related field; or equivalent combination of education and payroll related experience.
Experience:
Spreadsheet proficiency (Excel), 10-key by touch, typing. Two years accounting/bookkeeping/payroll experience or equivalent.
- Training/ Special Skills
Word processing, spreadsheet and database proficiency (MS Word, MS Excel & MS Access/SQL preferred); accounting software experience a plus. Ellipse accounting software experience a plus.
Other Qualifications
Pass a pre-employment physical and drug screen
Pass a position-specific physical demands assessment
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
While performing the duties of this job, employees may be frequently required to stand, walk, or sit for extended periods of time; use hand and fingers to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb and balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl. The employee must be able to talk and hear.
Abilities Tested
POET Test
Description:
Walking Test
I can walk at self-selected pace for 3 minutes. I can increase incline to 10 % for 1 minute, 12% for 1 minute, and 15% for 1 minute. I can maintain constant movement.
Dynamic Balance
I can walk heel-toe for 10 feet without losing balance.
Kneeling Test
I can kneel on one knee, then return to standing. Repeat on opposite knee. Do 5 times.
Sitting Rotations
I can, in a sitting position facing forward, rotate to the right to pick up an object. Rotate left placing the object on a table. Repeat continuously for 3 minutes.
Office Supply Carry
I can lift 25 pounds off of floor with two hands and carry for 50 feet.
Office Supply Carry
I can lift 50 pounds off of floor with two hands and carry for 20 feet.
WORK ENVIRONMENT & JOB SCHEDULE This position is primarily based at our Juneau office. The regular work schedule is Monday through Thursday, with occasional weekend work required as operational needs dictate.
ABOUT US:
Greens Creek
The Greens Creek Mine, located on Admiralty Island, 18 miles south of Juneau, is an underground polymetallic mine employing approximately 540 people. The mine is owned and operated by Hecla Mining Company, headquartered in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. Established in 1891, Hecla has a rich history as a distinguished and respected precious metals producer. Winner of numerous safety and environmental awards, Greens Creek is seeking new team members committed to professional growth and success.
Community
Juneau, Alaska's capital, is the third largest city in the state. Like Alaska, Juneau is full of contrasts, a sophisticated cosmopolitan city in the heart of the Tongass National Forest. Nestled at the base of mountains overlooking the Gastineau Channel, Juneau is surrounded by intercoastal waterways, lush rain forests, rugged mountainsides, and awe-inspiring glaciers. This small city has it all, the adventure of the "last frontier" as well as a good education system, year-round cultural and sports activities, a wide variety of entertainment, world class fishing and wildlife viewing, temperate weather, and a strong sense of community. Juneau is rich in mining history and Greens Creek is proud to contribute to that heritage by operating in a safe and environmentally responsible manner.
Compensation & Benefits:
Hecla Greens Creek offers competitive pay based on experience and an excellent low-cost benefits package for medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance as well as other coverages such as disability coverage and life insurance. Retirement benefits include a pension plan and 401(k) with company match.
APPLICATIONS & RESUMES:
Applicants must possess current authorization to work in the United States. Resumes are welcome but must be uploaded online and attached to your completed online employment application. You may apply at http://www.hecla-mining.com/careers/ [http://www.hecla-mining.com/careers/].
Hecla Greens Creek is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Please visit Hecla’s website at www.hecla-mining.com [//www.hecla-mining.com]
and our recruiting page at
http://www.hecla-mining.com/careers/ [http://www.hecla-mining.com/careers/]
