What are the responsibilities and job description for the Payroll and Benefits Manager position at Piedmont Center Associates?
Overview
We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Payroll and Benefits Manager to lead our payroll processing, benefits administration, and HR compliance initiatives. This pivotal role ensures accurate and timely payroll operations, manages employee benefits programs, and maintains compliance with employment laws and regulations. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, extensive knowledge of HR systems, and a passion for enhancing employee experience through efficient HR practices. Join us to help foster a supportive workplace environment where employees feel valued, informed, and engaged.
Duties
- Oversee end-to-end payroll management using systems such as Workday, ADP, Paylocity, or SAP SuccessFactors, ensuring accuracy and timeliness in payroll processing for all employees.
- Administer employee benefits programs including health insurance, workers' compensation, FMLA (Family and Medical Leave Act), and regulatory reporting requirements.
- Ensure HR legal compliance by staying current with employment & labor law, HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act), and HR legal standards across jurisdictions.
- Manage HRIS (Human Resources Information Systems) such as Oracle HCM, Lawson, UltiPro, or PeopleSoft to support data collection, analysis, and reporting related to payroll and benefits.
- Handle confidential information with integrity while communicating effectively with employees regarding payroll issues, benefits options, and policy updates.
- Collaborate with vendors managing benefits providers to negotiate contracts and optimize benefits offerings aligned with organizational goals.
- Lead training sessions on payroll systems like Dayforce or Ceridian to ensure team proficiency; support employee orientation and ongoing development initiatives.
- Conduct audits of payroll data, benefits enrollment, and compliance reports to identify discrepancies or areas for process improvement.
- Support employee relations by addressing payroll inquiries promptly and professionally while fostering a positive work environment.
Qualifications
- Proven experience managing payroll systems such as Workday, ADP, Kronos, UltiPro, or Paylocity in a fast-paced environment.
- In-depth knowledge of employment & labor law, HR legal compliance including FMLA regulations and HIPAA standards.
- Strong understanding of benefits administration processes including health insurance plans and workers' compensation procedures.
- Excellent data analysis skills with the ability to interpret complex HR data for reporting purposes.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) along with experience supporting HR systems like Oracle HCM or SAP SuccessFactors.
- Exceptional communication skills to effectively collaborate across departments and communicate policies clearly to staff at all levels.
- Ability to handle confidential information discreetly while maintaining high ethical standards.
- Experience in negotiating contracts with vendors or benefit providers is a plus.
- Knowledge of regulatory requirements related to Medicare, ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act), and other relevant legislation is preferred.
Join us as a Payroll and Benefits Manager to shape an inclusive workplace where every employee’s well-being is prioritized through innovative HR solutions!
Pay: $48,000.00 - $52,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Paid jury duty
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $48,000 - $52,000