Benefits and Payroll Manager

*Relocation assistance availableKey ResponsibilitiesHandle the daily management of employee benefit plans, including health coverage, retirement savings, disability, life insurance, and additional benefit offerings.Coordinate the yearly benefits enrollment process, working with providers, communicating plan options to employees, and ensuring enrollment information is accurate.Manage benefits information in the HRIS platform, review data transfers with insurance and retirement providers, prepare reports, and streamline administrative processes.Ensure benefit programs meet federal and state requirements by overseeing compliance documentation, regulatory reporting, and audits.Coordinate employee leave requests, including FMLA and workplace accommodations, while providing guidance on benefits, eligibility, and company policies.Supervise payroll activities, assist with processing when needed, address pay discrepancies, and support managers with employee timekeeping practices.Work closely with the HR team on new hire orientation, employee separations, policy updates, wellness programs, and other HR initiatives.Qualifications7+ years of HR and benefits administration experience.Strong hands-on experience managing employee benefits programs, including Open Enrollment and benefits compliance.Working knowledge of payroll processes and administration.Knowledge of federal and state employment laws and benefits regulations.Preferred QualificationsBachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field, or equivalent experience.Experience with Paylocity or similar HRIS/payroll systems.Previous supervisory or team leadership experience.