Payroll & Benefits Manager

We are looking for an experienced Payroll & Benefits Manager to support a long-term contract assignment for an organization in Minnesota. This role is suited for an individual who can oversee payroll operations for a largely salaried employee population while ensuring accuracy in taxes, deductions, and benefit-related processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end payroll processing for approximately 200 employees on a bi-weekly schedule, ensuring timely and accurate compensation delivery.
• Administer multi-state payroll activities with careful attention to tax withholdings, compliance requirements, and employee record accuracy.
• Oversee payroll entries, audits, and reconciliations to identify discrepancies and resolve issues before payroll submission.
• Maintain and support payroll operations within ADP Workforce Now, including updates, validations, and reporting.
• Coordinate benefit deduction setup and verify that payroll-related benefit elections are reflected correctly in employee pay records.
• Assist with open enrollment administration by establishing benefit codes, preparing reports, and supporting related payroll updates.
• Partner with internal stakeholders to answer payroll and benefits questions and provide dependable operational support during the contract period.
• Review payroll and benefits data regularly to ensure strong accuracy, documentation, and adherence to company policies and applicable regulations.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience managing full-cycle payroll in a detail-focused business environment.
• Strong background in multi-state payroll processing, including payroll tax knowledge and compliance practices.
• Hands-on expertise with ADP Workforce Now for payroll administration and reporting.
• Experience handling benefit deductions and supporting broader benefits administration processes.
• Ability to manage a bi-weekly payroll cycle with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in reviewing payroll data, troubleshooting discrepancies, and maintaining confidential employee information.
• Strong organizational and communication skills, with the ability to work independently in a contract assignment.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance.
• Eligibility to enroll in the company 401(k) plan.

Schedule

Bi-weekly payroll processing through the end of the calendar year (contract assignment).