Payroll & Benefits People Operations Manager

People Operations Manager (Payroll & Benefits)Los AngelesWe create and sell active eyewear for anyone. No Slip. No Bounce. All Polarized. All Fun. Interested in joining our team? Keep reading.Our Values: We have two core values: Fun & Authenticity.FUN = Being sh*tty isn't fun. Agreed? Taking pride in your work, finding joy in being GREAT, and celebrating wins… and losses. Now, that's fun!AUTHENTICITY = Focusing on being authentic over being liked. (Next-level guru stuff. Count it.)Fun Fact: We do not allow email to be sent internally. Carrier pigeons only. JK, we use Slack.Autonomy: We practice autonomy, empowerment, and accountability so that every team member can be in control of their own life.HYBRID WORKING: This role is required to be in the Inglewood office every Tuesday and Thursday with the occasional third day thrown in.PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT: We have an all-company learning program so that we're constantly leveling up our skills.Sustainability: We think Earth's pretty rad. That's why we take action wherever possible to limit our impact on the planet.1% FOR THE PLANET MEMBER: 1% of goodr's annual sales go directly to environmental organizations.CARBON NEUTRAL: In 2019, goodr became a 100% carbon neutral company.Fun Fact: goodr celebrates every Earth Day by releasing limited-edition sunglasses with frames made from 100% recycled materials—and the packaging is 100% sustainable, too!About The RoleDo you love taking care of people? Check. Do you love flawless paydays, crisp benefits offerings, and airtight compliance? Double-check.As our People Operations Manager, you are a master of the details who owns our payroll and benefits landscape. Working closely with our People Operations Director, you'll take full ownership of end-to-end payroll in ADP, spearhead a complete redesign of our benefits programs, lead the evaluation and recommendation of our future payroll platform, and optimize our People Operations systems and processes to support our next stage of growth.The Vibe: High autonomy, zero fluff, maximum impact. You'll tackle big system improvements, solve operational puzzles independently, and keep our HR engine running smoothly. You up for the challenge? Let's talk.ResponsibilitiesOversee and administer People Operations programs, with a primary focus on payroll and benefits administrationManage end-to-end payroll operations in our HRIS (we use ADP!), including recommending and leading future system implementationsSpearhead the redesign of our benefit programs and build a new strategic partnership with an external benefits brokerManage HR operational vendors, PEO partnerships, and other external partners to optimize service delivery and cost efficiencyOwn all employee lifecycle transactions, including organizational changes, reporting relationships, headcount tracking/reporting, and Ecosystem deck updatesLead People Operations for onboarding, offboarding, and leaves of absence, including ADP setup, exit operations, Form I-9s, and compliance recordsManage open enrollments, employee benefits education, and continuous improvements to our processes to drive scalable HR solutionsAnalyze People metrics and operational reporting to support data-driven decision-making across the organizationFile required annual compliance reports, including EEO-1, California Pay Data, OSHA, and workers' compensationOwn workers' compensation administration, including claims, documentation, and return-to-work coordinationEnsure the accuracy, integrity, and compliance of all employee data, records, notices, acknowledgments, and audit documentationPartner with People Operations to support operational workflows and documentation for employee relations in partnership with People Operations PartnersServe as the subject matter expert on federal and multi-state employment laws (ADA, FMLA, COBRA, FLSA, ERISA), ensuring operational complianceIdentify opportunities to simplify, automate, and optimize People Operations systems and workflows to improve efficiency and scalability.This is an individual contributor role that leads through influence and expertiseThis role is in the People Operations team and will report directly to the SVP of PeoplePerform other related duties as assignedAbout The Ideal CandidateMay or may not have a degree...we don't care (bonus points for Basset Hound Science or Dinosaur Law)5+ years of progressive People Operations or HR Operations experience, with experience owning multi-state payroll and benefits administrationHands-on experience administering ADP (Total Source preferred) or a comparable HRIS and payroll platformProven experience leading HRIS, payroll, and People technology implementations, integrations, and system enhancementsExperience administering employee benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability benefits, and 401(k) retirement plansDemonstrated experience redesigning benefits offerings and establishing high-value partnerships with external benefits brokersAbility to navigate complex, sensitive employee matters with empathy, diplomacy, and graceStrong analytical, reporting, and problem-solving skills with high proficiency in Google Workspace and modern HRIS platformsProfessional certification in Human Resources, Payroll, Benefits, or a related discipline (e.g., SHRM, HRCI, CPP, CEBS) is a plusStrong communicator who thrives in a collaborative environment and is comfortable building partnerships across levels of the businessDriven by personal growth and thrives in an environment of constant feedbackIs proactive and an independent problem solver! (Can you google a question?)What You GetA role at a company that is going to the moonThe opportunity to show up every day and have funThe ability to learn and grow as a personPaid vacation (we encourage you to take time off!)Paycheck... obviously. Salary range: $120K - $140K, final offer will be made within this range based on experienceMedical, Dental, and Vision benefits401(K) with company matchingFinancial Wellness CounselingSunglasses. Obviously.No Visa Sponsorship is available for this position.Next StepsHere's what we expect the hiring process for this role to be, should all go well with your candidacy. This entire process is expected to take 8 weeks to complete and you'd be expected to start on a specific date.1. Application2. Fill out a form with basic questions3. 30 minute introductory interview with HR team member4. 30 minute virtual interviews with peers and manager5. Final assignment and presentation6. 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