Payroll and Benefits Manager Job Description

Payroll and Benefits Manager Job Description Template

Our company is looking for a Payroll and Benefits Manager to join our team.

Responsibilities:

  • Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed;
  • Supports stock administration with taxation information and processes taxes related to stock compensation;
  • Prepares monthly journal entries for payroll and benefits accounts;
  • Oversees the proper and accurate processing and tracking of Paid Time Off for all full-time personnel within the company;
  • Oversee day-to-day operation of HRIS and Time & Attendance database;
  • Manage new hire information processing and approval via UltiPro;
  • Professional Development;
  • Organize staff functions such as retreats, picnics and holiday celebrations;
  • Oversees the proper processing of all payroll terminations, benefit cancellations, and COBRA notifications;
  • Manage monthly billings from insurance providers and other vendors, including review billings for accuracy, codes, and advance for payment;
  • Compile post payroll accounting transactions and reporting;
  • Manages company-wide benefits plans, including health insurance, 401(k) plans and development of internal guidelines and materials;
  • Oversees the proper and accurate processing and tracking of Paid Medical Leave in the state of Michigan;
  • Significantly contribute to the design, configuration and communication activities related to ongoing and annual benefit enrollment process;
  • Research and resolve issues regarding payroll discrepancies and processing with UltiPro representative, or escalate to Sr. HR Director as appropriate.

Requirements:

  • Experience with Workday payroll or Paylocity a plus;
  • Extensive knowledge of payroll and benefits programs and related taxation, ability to research new tax requirements and implement within systems;
  • Experience with Netsuite a plus;
  • Experience with enterprise-wide ERM and payroll system implementation referred;
  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance;
  • Certified Payroll Professional;
  • Strong analytical skills, good judgment and critical thinking skills;
  • High level of concern for client relationships and providing exceptional customer service;
  • Interest in and commitment to the mission of Cultural Vistas;
  • Basic knowledge of mathematical calculations and book keeping procedures;
  • Computer Equipment and Software Experience Required;
  • Years of Experience: Minimum of 1 year of work experience in office and vendor management;
  • Commitment to professionalism, communicability, quality, efficiency and process improvement;
  • Education and Experience Required;
  • Must be proficient in Microsoft Suite products.