Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Payroll and Benefits Manager

Location: Hybrid – Administration Office in Mesa, AZ

Job Type: Full-Time

FLSA Status: Exempt

Reports To: Director of Compensation, Payroll & Benefits

 

Compensation & Benefits

• Starting salary: $97,000+ annually (commensurate with education and experience)
• Paid Time Off: Earn 8 hours of PTO per pay period
• Phone Stipend: $45 per month
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, retirement, and voluntary benefits
• Hybrid work schedule with  occasional in-office presence required at the Mesa, AZ administrative office

 

Job Summary

The Payroll and Benefits Manager plays a key role in overseeing payroll and benefits operations for a multi-state organization. This position ensures accurate, compliant payroll processing, manages employee benefit programs, and leads a team of payroll and benefits professionals. The ideal candidate brings strong technical expertise, leadership ability, and a continuous-improvement mindset.

 

Key Responsibilities

Payroll Management

• Oversee accurate and timely payroll processing across multiple states using an HRIS platform.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local tax regulations.
• Partner with finance and accounting teams to reconcile payroll and resolve discrepancies.
• Manage payroll system upgrades, process improvements, and year-end activities.
• Maintain internal controls, audit readiness, and payroll documentation.
• Create and manage an annual payroll and benefits calendar.
• Communicate payroll-related timelines and updates to leadership and employees.

 

Benefits Administration

• Manage all employee benefit programs, including health insurance, retirement, and voluntary benefits.
• Coordinate open enrollment and employee education initiatives.
• Partner with brokers and vendors to manage benefit costs and service quality.
• Stay current on benefits regulations and industry trends.

 

Team Leadership

• Lead, mentor, and develop payroll and benefits team members.
• Promote a collaborative, high-performing team culture.
• Drive continuous improvement across payroll and benefits processes.

 

Compliance & Reporting

• Ensure compliance with ERISA, ACA, FMLA, SUI, and payroll tax requirements.
• Prepare and submit required regulatory reports and filings.

 

Vendor Management

• Serve as the primary point of contact for payroll and benefits vendors.
• Manage vendor performance, contracts, and service agreements.

 

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of payroll and benefits experience, preferably in a multi-state environment.
• Strong HRIS experience (ADP, Workday, Dayforce, or similar).
• Excellent leadership, analytical, and communication skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.

 

Preferred Certifications

• SHRM-CP, PHR, or similar HR certification.
• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP).

 

Work Environment

This is a  hybrid role based out of the Mesa, AZ administrative office. Candidates must be able to work remotely while also coming into the office  as needed .

Pay Details: $97,000.00 per year

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Job Tags

Full time, Work at office, Local area, Remote work,

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