Payroll and Benefits Manager
Payroll and Benefits Lead
Raleigh, NC area
You will efficiently support the Payroll and Benefits team in the effective management of payroll and benefit processes by :
Overseeing and monitoring delivery of legally compliant payroll and benefit programs for US and Canadian locations
Managing agreements with administrators and vendors, monitor their process and service delivery towards program efficacy, ensuring updates are made to the payroll database including the annual payroll schedule and benefits platforms.
Directly completing work for the processing of payroll and employee benefits consistent with defined standards and schedules
Maintaining and processing data in systems according to established payroll processes and procedures; monitor records for pay irregularities
Administering the benefit program systems and ensure the accuracy and integrity of all eligibility information
Analyzing any changes to federal, state and country laws regarding benefits, compensation and payroll, acting as an advisor to management on these topics
Recommending new approaches, policies and procedures to effect continual improvements in efficiency of services performed and systems utilized.
Working with payroll and benefits vendors to ensure changes are appropriately implemented with regard to wage and tax law and benefit plan rule compliance
Providing requested information related to accounting reconciliations and provide general ledger support.
Generating accounting reports according to established criteria, schedules and as directed on an ad-hoc basis.
Who we are looking for
A Bachelor’s degree (minimum) in Accounting or related HR field
Certified Payroll Professional preferred, other related certifications a plus
10+ years progressive HR experience with HRIS (SAP), payroll systems and applications, multijurisdictional employer payroll tax reporting and governmental compliance required
Knowledge of benefit programs including health insurance, disability insurance, worker’s compensation insurance, life insurance, 401k and Defined Benefit plans
Knowledge of ADP Comprehensive Payroll and Benefits platform
Working knowledge Microsoft Suite skills; strong Excel skills preferred
Strong working knowledge of HRIS, multijurisdictional payroll applications and design, and regulatory compliance including Fair Labor Standards, Equal Pay, and Department of Labor regulations