Job Title:Leave of Absence & Payroll Specialist, US
Summary:Join our dynamic US Pay & Benefits team as a Leave of Absence & Payroll Specialist. This role requires a deep understanding of LOA administration and the ability to serve as a backup for US payroll processing. If you are meticulous, enjoy working in a high-energy environment, and are keen to directly impact employee experience, this position may be perfect for you.
The LOA Benefit Specialist provides consultation and mentoring regarding claims matters to managers and employees, ensuring ADA/FMLA and company policy compliance with regard to employee leaves, job accommodation requests and the return to work process. The LOA Benefit Specialist will have an understanding of federal and state leave of absence policies and laws, in addition to understanding job accommodation and interactive processes. In addition, the ideal candidate is a person that works well collaborating within a matrixed team environment and will display outstanding communication and organizational skills, attention to detail, process-management thinking, an ability to prioritize in a rapidly changing environment, and a customer service focus. Key to the candidate’s success is the ability to design a properly controlled process, and then implement and maintain it.
Responsibilities Include:
Leave Administration:
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Oversee over 100 active Leave of Absence (LOA) cases for US employees, covering many situations, including FMLA (continuous and intermittent), PFL, short-term and long-term disability, workers’ compensation, and other unpaid leaves. Ensure these cases comply with all relevant policies, procedures, and state & federal laws.
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Serve as the primary contact for all LOA inquiries and support
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Work closely with People Operations to identify and address employees' needs for leave or adjusted work schedules, ensuring employees understand their rights, responsibilities, and the documentation required for leave.
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Assist People Operations Leaders in managing requests for accommodations under the ADA or similar needs, overseeing the process from start to finish.
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Manage and maintain all documentation for LOAs, ensuring accurate processing, completion, and retention in line with company policies and legal requirements.
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Liaise with external vendors to guarantee seamless communication and service for employees and their leaders.
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Continuously evaluate and improve LOA processes for greater efficiency and effectiveness.
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Engage in reviews with departmental heads, management, or vendors regarding LOA, Workers’ Compensation, and ADA matters as needed.
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Administer and monitor workers' compensation claims, facilitating communication between carriers, legal advisors, case managers, and employees.
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Stay current with legislative changes affecting LOAs, providing recommendations for compliance.
Payroll Activities:
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Act as a backup for the US Payroll Analyst.
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Manage instances of overpayment during employee leaves.
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Manage Intermittent leaves through the Kronos Time & Attendance system.
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Work with the US Payroll Analyst to complete any special pay programs.
Qualifications:
The following are required for the role
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Associate degree in a relevant field.
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Experience: 1-3 years in HR, payroll, or benefits administration, focusing on leave management.
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Skills in payroll and time/attendance systems are a must.
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Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality.
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Self-starter, able to work autonomously and meet strict deadlines within a structured team framework.
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Capable of managing complex projects and multitasking efficiently.
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Outstanding organizational, communicative, and time-management abilities.
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Exceptional focus on detail and the skill to prioritize tasks in an evolving environment.
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Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
The following are preferred for this role
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Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
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Strong project management experience.
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Experience with a union workforce.
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Solid grasp of Microsoft Office/Excel and familiarity with Kronos (time reporting), Workday (HRIS/payroll), and Alight (benefits eligibility & enrollment) systems.
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Knowledgeable in workers’ compensation reserving practices.
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What We Offer:Base Pay Range: $59,100 - $86,680
The actual salary offered is determined by factors including but not limited to education, experience, skill sets, and geography. Local geographic pay differentials may not be reflected in the above pay range and will be discussed with you by a member of the HR team when applicable. If you are interested in this position, we’d ask that you apply! #BePartoftheSolution
Additionally, this role is eligible for incentive or sales variable compensation payments. The amount of these incentives is based on the terms of the Company's incentive plans, the Company's financial performance, and/or individual employee job performance.
At Momentive, compensation is one part of your overall package. We offer a fantastic variety of total rewards and development programs to support your unique needs for overall well-being and personal career aspirations.
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Flexible, hybrid or remote work schedules may be available based on role.
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Health, dental & vision insurance, including critical illness coverage and optional orthodontia coverage.
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Paid parental leave for the birth of a child; adoption and surrogacy reimbursement.
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Short term disability with 100% base salary coverage.
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Company funded counseling (EAP) and assistance finding care for children, parents, or pets.
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25 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) plus paid holidays. Additional time off with years of service.
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401k savings plan with 5% employer match plus additional contribution based on years of service.
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Student debt pay-off program.
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Professional development programs and courses.
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Wellness programs and financial education.
About Us:
Momentive is a premier global advanced materials company with a cutting-edge focus on silicones and specialty products. We deliver solutions designed to help propel our customer’s products forward—products that have a profound impact on all aspects of life, around the clock and from living rooms to outer space. With every innovation, Momentive creates a more sustainable future. Our vast product portfolio is made up of advanced silicones and specialty solutions that play an essential role in driving performance across a multitude of industries, including agriculture, automotive, aerospace, electronics, energy, healthcare, personal care, consumer products, building and construction, and more.
Momentive believes a diverse workforce empowers our people, strengthens our business, and contributes to a sustainable world. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any characteristic protected by law.
To be considered for this position candidates are required to submit an application for employment and be of legal working age as defined by local law. An offer may be conditioned upon the successful completion of pre-employment conditions, as applicable, and subject to applicable laws and regulations.
Note to third parties: Momentive is not seeking or accepting any unsolicited assistance from search and selection firms or employment agencies at this time.
What We Do
As a premier global high-performance silicones and specialties company, Momentive creates solutions that improve quality of life for people and enable a more sustainable future. Our products are the result of a tireless pursuit of progress where the sun never sets on our global marketing and R&D efforts, resulting in innovations that help propel our customers’ businesses forward and positively impact all aspects of life – today, tomorrow, and into the future.
