Payroll & Benefits Manager

Payroll and Benefits Manager

The Payroll and Benefits Manager oversees end-to-end payroll processing for all employee populations, ensuring accurate and timely delivery.

• Manage payroll vendor relationships and system integrations
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll tax regulations
• Lead payroll audits and implement continuous improvement initiatives
• Serve as escalation point for complex payroll issues

This role also administers compensation programs, including base pay, incentive plans, and equity, in alignment with strategy and plan design set by the Chief People Officer.

• Execute annual compensation review cycles, including processing merit increases, promotions, and adjustments
• Partner with the CPO and Finance on compensation budgeting and forecasting

The Benefits Administration responsibilities include overseeing day-to-day benefits administration, leading open enrollment communications and employee education initiatives, ensuring compliance with ACA, ERISA, COBRA, and other benefits regulations, and analyzing benefits utilization to recommend program enhancements.

• Oversee day-to-day benefits administration including health, dental, vision, 401(k), and ancillary programs
• Lead open enrollment communications and employee education initiatives
• Ensure compliance with ACA, ERISA, COBRA, and other benefits regulations
• Analyze benefits utilization and recommend program enhancements

Qualifications

• Required:
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field, or equivalent experience
• 5+ years of progressive experience in payroll, compensation, and/or benefits administration
• Working knowledge of compensation and benefits program administration and compliance
• Experience with HRIS and payroll systems
• Working knowledge of federal and multi-state employment laws related to compensation and benefits
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to leverage data for decision-making
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

• Preferred:
• Professional certification (PHR, SHRM-CP, CCP, CEBS, or CPP)
• Experience with Paycom
• Experience in food manufacturing, distribution, or supply chain industry
• Background in family-owned or values-driven organizations