Payroll and Benefits Manager

Payroll And Benefits Manager

AscellaHealth is seeking a Payroll and Benefits Manager for its Berwyn, PA office. This position will manage employee payroll and benefits administration. They will oversee the organization's payroll functions, ensuring pay is processed on time, accurately, and in compliance with government regulations. Additionally, they will manage the benefits payment processing for the organization and record the payroll in the accounting system. This position is an individual contributor with the opportunity to grow into a supervisory role. It is a hybrid role that focuses on 3 days per week of in-office work, with opportunities for work-from-home arrangements on the other 2 days.

The position will be doing the following :

Ensure the timely and accurate processing of payroll transactions, including salaries, benefits, garnishments, taxes, and other deductions.

Monitor promotions, transfers, and terminations, and ensure the accurate and timely processing of payroll updates, including new hires, terminations, and changes to pay rates.

Resolve any payroll issues, including State payroll tax withholding and filings.

Prepare and maintain accurate records and reports of payroll transactions.

Ensure compliance with Federal, State, and Local payroll, wage, and hour laws and best practices.

Report all required payroll-related documentation to vendors and Federal and State reporting agencies in compliance with laws and regulations (Unemployment wage reporting, W-2 process and reporting, etc.)

Gather employee data, perform reconciliations, record journal entries, and execute the processing of monthly payroll fees.

Coordinate with HR and other departments to ensure clear communication about upcoming changes to payroll.

Verify the accuracy of monthly employee benefits' premiums and maintain data to track, verify, and analyze employee benefits-related costs and claim activities.

Reconcile any discrepancies to benefits and ensure all benefits bills are paid on time.

Coordinate with the HR business partner to correct any data discrepancies between ADP Workforce Now and benefits carriers.

Prepare quarterly, yearly, and monthly reports, as well as record payroll data into the accounting system.

Perform other related duties as assigned or as necessary; remains flexible and adaptable in work schedules and work assignments as defined by departmental and organizational needs.

Necessary Skills, Education & Abilities :

A bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is required.

5 or more years of experience in managing a company or organization's payroll and benefits.

Proven experience with Payroll and Time and Attendance software such as ADP, Workday, etc.

Experience working with ADP Workforce Now and Microsoft Dynamics is helpful.

Exceptional proficiency working with Excel, including working with pivot tables, formulas, and VLOOKUPs.

Knowledge of accounting journal entries.

Familiarity with multiple State and Federal payroll tax rules and regulations.

Demonstrates ability to solve problems and document processes for consistency and improvement.

The ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with professionalism and discretion.

Relentless attention to detail, and the ability to be a creative self-starter and team player.

Passionate and curious person who looks to learn continuously and embraces the adoption of new technologies that impact business, markets, and user experiences.

Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work both independently and in a team setting effectively.

Problem-solving mindset with the ability to de-escalate issues and find solutions quickly and effectively.

Strong business skills and demonstrated ability to build solid working relationships with teammates, business leaders, and stakeholders while exhibiting genuine care.

Transparent and persuasive communication and presentation skills.

Ability to thrive in an environment with constantly changing and potentially competing priorities.

Ability to think and act independently, formulate, and support new ideas, champion new initiatives within and beyond the scope of own responsibilities.

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel, Word, and Outlook.

About Us :

AscellaHealth is a global Specialty Pharmaceutical and Healthcare services organization serving patients, payers, life sciences and providers, offering a comprehensive portfolio of customized, tech-enabled specialty pharmaceutical and medical management services. An Inc. 5000 2023 winner, AscellaHealth's unique, patient-centric approach supports its strategic partnership with Optime Care and is built upon proprietary technology processes for innovative programs and services optimizing health outcomes and quality of life for patients with complex, chronic conditions or rare diseases that require specialty medications and / or gene and cell therapies.

AscellaHealth provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.