Payroll and Benefits Manager

Job Summary

We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Payroll and Benefits Manager to lead our payroll processing, benefits administration, and related financial activities. This role is vital in ensuring accurate, timely payroll delivery and comprehensive benefits management while maintaining compliance with all applicable regulations. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical accounting skills, expertise with various payroll software systems, and a passion for supporting employee well-being. Join us to play a key role in fostering a positive workplace environment through meticulous payroll operations and innovative benefits programs.

Duties

• Oversee end-to-end payroll management using systems such as Alliance, Saavi, ADP, Paychex, or UltiPro, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of employee payments.
• Manage benefits administration processes, including health insurance, retirement plans, and other employee perks, utilizing HRIS platforms like PeopleSoft or Kronos.
• Reconcile payroll data with accounting software such as QuickBooks or Ceridian to ensure consistency across financial records.
• Maintain detailed records of payroll transactions, journal entries, and account reconciliations in compliance with company policies and regulatory standards.
• Collaborate with the finance team to prepare reports on payroll expenses, benefits costs, and tax filings related to payroll activities.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local tax laws by managing tax withholding processes and preparing necessary reports.
• Conduct analysis of payroll data to identify discrepancies or errors and implement corrective actions promptly.
• Support audits by providing detailed documentation of payroll transactions and benefits administration activities.
• Stay current on industry best practices related to payroll management, benefits administration, and relevant legal requirements.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing payroll systems such as Workday, ADP, Paychex, or UltiPro.
• Strong knowledge of payroll management principles combined with expertise in accounting software like QuickBooks or Ceridian.
• Familiarity with HRIS platforms such as PeopleSoft or Kronos for benefits administration and employee data management.
• Solid understanding of financial concepts including general ledger accounting, journal entries, debits & credits, and account reconciliation.
• Experience working with governmental accounting standards and tax regulations related to payroll processing.
• Excellent analysis skills for identifying discrepancies and ensuring data integrity across multiple systems.
• Proficiency in data entry tasks such as 10 key typing and double entry bookkeeping to maintain accurate records.
• Knowledge of non-profit accounting practices is a plus; familiarity with accounts payable/receivable is beneficial.
• Strong organizational skills combined with the ability to handle multiple priorities efficiently while maintaining attention to detail. Join us as our Payroll and Benefits Manager to ensure our team receives accurate compensation while enjoying comprehensive benefits that support their professional growth and personal well-being

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $75,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person

Salary : $75,000