Human Resources Business Partner – Benefits, Leave & Payroll

Established in 1989, Morales Capital Group, is a portfolio of companies including MBG, Mexcor International, MFI, Globalternative Solutions, VivaVerse, and Viva Center. It is a primarily a family-owned, multi-generational importer & distributor of alcohol beverages headquartered in Houston, Texas. Founded by Celia Villanueva and joined by her son Eduardo Morales in 2014, MCG has grown to be the 3rd largest alcohol beverage distributor in Texas, the 4th largest spirits distributor in Florida and 6th in California. MCG has cultivated and established a network of partnerships with over 140 regional distributors and control states resulting in reach and presence in all 50 states in the US. MCG offers a carefully curated, diverse portfolio of top-quality brands sourced from all over the world and strives to provide exceptional levels of service to our business partners every day. 

We are guided by our primary PURPOSE, our CORE VALUES and our RESPONSIBILITIES towards our ASSOCIATES, CUSTOMERS, SUPPLIERS & COMMUNITY.

Located in Houston, TX Morales Beverage Group seeks a Human Resources Business Partner - Benefits, Leave & Payroll. We have a competitive compensation package with a wide range of benefits for full-time employees. 

Reporting to the Head of HR, the Human Resources Business Partner – Benefits, Leave & Payroll (HRBP-BLP) serves as a strategic partner to MBG’s staff and leadership team, primarily managing the administration of benefits, leave of absence and payroll processes. The HRBP-BLP requires a deep understanding of employment law, human resources, payroll, benefits and compliance. The HRBP-BLP will establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff and members of management, providing assistance in the implementation of MBG initiatives.  

The HRBP-BLP acts as liaison to multiple departments and entities by collaborating with MBG staff and leadership in the execution of MBG HR programs that optimize effectiveness and efficiency. Additionally, this position is a crucial player in the management of MBG’s human resources day-to-day operations. The HRBP-BLP serves as a backup to the Human Resources Business Partner – The New Employee Experience (HRBP-NEE) in times of absence or unavailability.

MORALES BEVERAGE GROUP VALUES

All-In: Being Accountable; If it’s up to be, it’s up to me.

People: Growing and building partnerships within a family dynamic.

Future Thinking: Innovative and disruptive in our approach.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Payroll Administration

• Coach and train supervisors on how to submit an accurate and timely pay file
• Prepare and process pay files in a timely manner, according to Paylocity’s timeline
• Administer employee deduction and deferral administration including benefits and garnishments
• Management of employer benefit contributions, reimbursements, and expense reports in payroll
• Ensure compliance with all federal and state regulations that impact payroll
• Coach and mentor staff on payroll best practices, answer questions, and assist with changes
• Flag unlawful or unusual items or trends in time and attendance tracking or paid time off portals
• Collaborate with leaders to identify strengths and weaknesses then implement change to streamline processes 
• Deliver payroll reports to SharePoint folder
• Provide and explain annual total compensation statements to employees

Payroll Tax Administration

• Payroll taxes (federal, state, and local) withheld each pay run and ensure tax payments happen
• All local, county, state and federal tax account creation and management (this applies for new employees in any state not already part of payroll)
• Review and file the quarterly tax packages in SharePoint
• Ensure Form 941 quarterly and Form 940 at the end of each year are filed properly
• Ensure Paylocity processes and files W-2 & 1099 
• Ensure New Hire Reporting occurs

Additional Human Resources Responsibilities

• Leave of Absence Administration: Administer and oversee all leave of absence programs, including family medical leave, non-medical, parental, military, ADA, disability, worker’s compensation and other programs. See supplemental document for full details.
• Paid time off holiday and accrual management
• EEO-1 Reporting
• Respond to Unemployment Insurance claims, Inform Head of HR of hearings
• Proficient and qualified to serve as backup to Human Resources Business Partner: New Employee Experience, see job description for details 

Benefits Administration

• ACA Reporting, and all government reporting
• COBRA Administration
• Annual retirement plan testing and reporting support
• Administration of 401(k) plan
• Process 401(k) payroll files on or before each payday
• Process HSA (Health Savings Account) employee deferrals on or before each payday
• Hold multiple open enrollment meetings via webinar and in-person in advance of benefits enrollment
• Ensure benefit book and one-pager is current
• Verify deductions in payroll
• Reconcile statements, ensuring staff count and changes are accurate in premiums

Behavior & Communication Expectations

• Collaborate with Head of HR to strategize on issues that disrupt goal achievement
• A high level of professionalism and confidentiality is crucial to this role
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, department leaders and HR department with the purpose of:
• Being approachable at all times 
• Being known as a trusted resource for knowledge and guidance
• Desire to deliver excellence – Always looking for the very best product in what we do
• Living Above the Line – Exhibiting ownership, accountability and responsibility
• Engaged – Ensuring we all care about MBG and the work we do, from the top - down
• Responsive – We do what we say in a timely manner
• Respected – As professionals, we are known for accuracy in all we say and do
• Confident – Trust in our ability to be successful and make good decisions

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

• Bilingual professional with fluency in Spanish and English, highly preferred
• SHRM-CP, aPHR, or higher required; MGB will sponsor training materials and test expenses with a requirement to pass the exam and obtain certification within 6 months.
• 3-5 years of experience in Human Resources preferred
• Knowledge of the industry preferred
• Strong PC application skills in Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to manage multiple projects effectively and professionally
• Strong organizational and project management skills
• Excellent communication skills 
• The ability to interact across teams in a fast-paced environment 
• Financial understanding and acumen
• Must be proactive, resourceful, and efficient
• This position requires attendance at local meetings and occasional out-of-town travel

This position would be in office, Monday-Friday 8am to 5pm.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Morales Beverage Group is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Employment with Morales Beverage Group is at will. This means employment is for an indefinite period of time and it is subject to termination by you or Morales Beverage Group, with or without cause, with or without notice, and at any time.