Payroll / HR Manager

HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGER

About the Opportunity

A well-established wine client is seeking an experienced Human Resources Manager to own all HR and payroll functions. This is a broad, standalone role with significant responsibility across the full employee lifecycle, benefits administration, compliance, and payroll processing. The company has a tenured, collaborative team and offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on people operations in a growing organization.

Position Overview

The HR Manager serves as the primary HR resource for the company and partners with senior leadership on people strategy, regulatory compliance, and day-to-day HR and payroll operations.

Key Responsibilities
• Manage full-cycle recruiting, onboarding, and new hire setup across all systems and platforms
• Process semi-monthly payroll accurately and on schedule; maintain all related systems and records
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal employment and payroll regulations
• Administer employee benefits programs including health insurance, 401(k), FSA/HSA, and open enrollment
• Maintain and update job descriptions, employee handbook, and HR policies
• Develop and deliver training programs; educate managers on performance management best practices
• Track and manage annual performance review cycles and employee development initiatives
• Investigate and resolve employee relations issues, including anti-harassment complaints
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual payroll cost analysis and reporting
• Manage compensation strategy based on market research and pay surveys; maintain compensation tracking
• Monitor and process promotions, transfers, terminations, and related system updates
• Coordinate year-end payroll tasks: W-2 validation, benefit and accrual rollovers, 401(k) census, workers' compensation reporting
• Manage workers' compensation coverage and mileage reimbursement programs
• Oversee employee expense reimbursement review and approval process
• Design and implement employee retention strategies
• Maintain anti-harassment and data privacy training protocols per legal requirements
• Manage vacation liability balances, time-off calendars, and PTO accrual tracking
• Register the company as a new employer in additional states as needed
• Partner with senior leadership to align HR strategy with business objectives
• Maintain company org charts, employee directory, and coordinate with IT on equipment and system access

Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 3-5 years of HR and payroll processing experience
• Experience with HRIS and payroll platforms such as ADP, Paychex, or similar
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Strong organizational skills and a proactive, solutions-oriented mindset

Compensation & Benefits
• $85-100K+ DOE
• Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company matching
• Hybrid work schedule
• Collaborative and supportive team environment