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Description

A high-performing organization with a dynamic, people-first culture is seeking a Payroll & Benefits Manager to oversee and elevate its U.S. payroll operations and full-scope benefits administration. This strategic role will manage one direct report responsible for routine payroll processing. With approximately 500 employees across the U.S., this role calls for an experienced professional who can balance day-to-day oversight with process optimization, analytics, and strategic vendor partnership. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in multi-state payroll, employee benefits, and a collaborative, solution-oriented approach.

Payroll Leadership

+ Oversee accurate and timely payroll for all U.S. employees using ADP Workforce Now (WFN)

+ Guide, mentor, and supervise the payroll specialist responsible for processing

+ Lead payroll reporting and analytics; identify trends and recommend process improvements

+ Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local tax regulations

+ Serve as internal subject matter expert on payroll policies and procedures

Benefits Administration

+ Manage full-cycle administration of health, retirement, wellness, and ancillary benefit programs

+ Act as the primary point of contact for employee benefit inquiries and issues

+ Lead annual open enrollment: planning, communication, and employee education

+ Maintain strong relationships with external brokers, insurers, and benefits vendors

+ Partner with internal compensation and finance teams to align benefits strategy with business objectives

+ Monitor benefit costs and prepare detailed reporting and analysis

+ Oversee timely and accurate processing of all benefits-related payments

Compliance & Strategy

+ Ensure compliance with ERISA, COBRA, HIPAA, ACA, and other applicable laws

+ Participate in audit preparation and completion (EEO-1, Form 5500, etc.)

+ Support global mobility functions such as immigration and visa documentation

+ Contribute to total rewards initiatives including annual salary reviews, performance bonus administration, and Total Rewards statements

Requirements

+ Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, HR, Finance, or a related field

+ Proven experience in both payroll and benefits leadership roles

+ Expertise in ADP Workforce Now and advanced Excel skills required

+ Strong working knowledge of U.S. payroll tax laws and multi-state compliance

+ Demonstrated success managing benefit programs and vendor relationships

+ Exceptional communication, organizational, and stakeholder management skills

+ High integrity and ability to manage confidential information with discretion

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