Jr. Payroll Specialist at Berkshire Hathaway Direct Insurance Company – Pittston, Pennsylvania

Location Requirement: This is a hybrid role that requires in-office work in Omaha, NE or Pittston, PA.

Job Responsibilities

• Manage Paylocity Time and Labor module to ensure proper recording of time worked and time off by employees.
• Run periodic time entry audit reports to ensure adherence to company time tracking policy and adjusting if necessary.
• Work directly with managers and employees to rectify time discrepancies.
• Manage payroll preparation for each cycle.
• Maintain employee profiles in HR & Payroll Module to include verifying proper taxation, pay, and deduction set-up.
• Communicate with HRIS and Benefits to coordinate timing of benefit and pay changes.
• Confirm accuracy of information received through integration (i.e. 401k).
• Create and maintain payroll batches for one-time employee pay changes.
• Calculate final payments for terminating employees in accordance with applicable state laws.
• Oversee and respond to employee inquiries received via Paylocity Community HR Questions-Payroll and Time & Labor Smart Group.
• Analyze and reconcile payroll data, identifying and correcting variances.
• Receive, respond, and enter garnishments within Paylocity to ensure proper calculation based on priority and type.
• Work with Payroll Manager on special projects and other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 months of HR, administrative, or financial experience required.
• Experience with Human Resources Management Software required.
• Prior experience with payroll required. Knowledge of multi-state payroll preferred.
• Familiarity with timesheets and payroll reports required.
• Experience with Excel and other Microsoft Office programs preferred.
• Excellent communication, research, and organization skills required.
• Bachelor's degree, with an emphasis on business or HR-related field, preferred.
• Experience working under bi-weekly deadlines.
• Knowledge of Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and state labor laws.

About Us

biBerk is where commercial insurance buyers can obtain coverage for their businesses from insurers of the Berkshire Hathaway group of Insurance Companies, one of the best capitalized insurance groups in the world. Our ultimate parent, Berkshire Hathaway Inc. (berkshirehathaway.com) is a holding company with diversified interests in a host of industries, including insurance, energy, transportation and manufacturing. Most policies issued through biBerk.com will be underwritten by Berkshire Hathaway Direct Insurance Company ("BHDIC"), which is an AM Best rated A++ insurer.

BHDIC is domiciled in Omaha, Nebraska. BHDIC and the team at biBerk are focused on helping small business owners quickly and easily buy affordable insurance directly from a financially strong insurance company they can trust.

BHDIC is excited to announce our comprehensive benefits package with some new and enhanced features for 2026 that include:

• Medical (PPO/HDHP), vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Enhanced dental plan with orthodontia coverage in addition to a standard plan.
• Generous PTO plan for all benefit-time eligible employees.
• Paid company holidays and 4 floating holidays.
• Paid parental leave.
• Employee Retirement Savings Plan/401(k) with company match and immediate vesting.
• Education Assistance Program that offers 100% upfront tuition reimbursement after 6 months of service for approved degree programs.
• Service Recognition Program that provides a monetary award to be used toward a vacation every 5 years of employment.
• Wellness Initiatives that include Fitness Center and Weight Watchers Reimbursement programs.
• Voluntary benefits that include accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity.
• Employee discount and rewards program on travel, tickets, electronics, home, and more.

In accordance with pay transparency laws and regulations, the following good faith compensation range estimate is being provided. The salary range for this position is $45,000 - $60,000 per year. Final compensation will be based on candidate qualifications, geographic location, and other considerations permitted by law.