Payroll & Benefits Manager

Payroll & Benefits Manager
Salary: $100,000 - $115,000 + Bonus

Are you a payroll leader who enjoys improving processes, navigating complex compliance matters, and making a tangible impact across a growing organization? This highly visible Payroll & Benefits Manager opportunity offers the chance to lead multi-state payroll operations, influence strategic initiatives, and partner closely with leadership in a collaborative, growth-focused environment.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

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• Hybrid work environment offering flexibility and collaboration.
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• High-visibility role with regular interaction and partnership across leadership teams.
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• Opportunity to lead payroll and benefits operations for a large, multi-state workforce.
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• Ability to drive automation, system enhancements, and process improvements.
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• Leadership position with responsibility for mentoring and developing a payroll and benefits team.
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• Opportunity to serve as the organization's subject matter expert for payroll, benefits, and compliance.
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• Stable and established organization experiencing continued growth and expansion.
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• Competitive compensation package including bonus potential.
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Key Responsibilities for the Payroll & Benefits Manager

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• Lead accurate and timely payroll processing for a large, multi-state employee population.
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• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations and reporting requirements.
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• Oversee payroll taxes, garnishments, deductions, audits, reconciliations, and related compliance activities.
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• Administer employee benefits programs, including retirement and 401(k) plans.
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• Partner with HR, Finance, and operational leaders to support business and employee needs.
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• Identify and implement opportunities for automation, process improvements, and system enhancements.
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• Develop payroll controls, reporting processes, and documentation standards.
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• Mentor and develop payroll and benefits team members.
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Qualifications for the Payroll & Benefits Manager

Required Qualifications

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• Multi-state payroll management experience.
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• Experience overseeing payroll for large employee populations.
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• Strong knowledge of payroll taxes, wage and hour laws, garnishments, and payroll compliance.
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• Experience supporting both exempt and non-exempt employee groups.
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• Proven leadership experience within payroll, benefits, or HR functions.
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• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
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• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
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Preferred Qualifications

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• Experience with Paylocity or similar HRIS/payroll platforms.
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• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) designation.
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• Experience administering employee benefits and retirement plans.
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• Experience supporting a growing or multi-site organization.
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