Manager, Benefits & Payroll

The Payroll & Benefits Manager is responsible for managing all aspects of the employee payroll and benefits globally. This includes the administrative execution of health and wellness benefits programs.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain a competitive, holistic compensation and benefits philosophy for all associates.
• Partner with HR Team to audit ADP services and implement module enhancements around payroll, benefits and compensation as appropriate.
• Provide day to day administration and strategic vision for employee programs and processes, including but not limited to health and welfare programs, employee leaves & return to work processes, 401k plan administration, compensation administration, payroll and tax administration.
• Global leadership of payroll processing as it is completed by HR team members and/or external partners. Ensure pay is processed on time, accurately, and in compliance with government regulations.
• Partner with HR team to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll, wage, and hours laws.
• Influence program direction and solutions to business needs through data; develop effective analytics and metrics to measure business impact and effectiveness.
• Work with consultants on annual benefit renewal process, which includes, assisting in negotiating and implementing healthcare and related benefit plans.
• Partner with HR team and external consultants on annual open enrollment process and communications.
• Audit benefit plans and ensure compliance.
• Serve as the HR resource for the company’s benefits, and leave plans.
• Work with vendors to answer questions and issues as they arise.
• Responsible for providing HR analytics, reporting development and other ad hoc reporting.
• Other job duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
• Ability to function well in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Proficient with HRIS systems, ADP Workforce Now is a plus.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Human Resources, or related field or 6-8 years of progressive experience that includes benefits administration, HRIS, and payroll.
• PHR or SHRM-CP preferred.
• Thorough knowledge of applicable state and federal laws regarding benefits and payroll.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and the ability to perform complex formulas and calculations and analyze data.
• Experience with Global benefits and payroll (US/Canada/Mexico/UK/China)

Physical Requirements & Work Setting:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Hybrid position
• Office work setting

Why Join Us?

• Hybrid position (2 days remote, 3 days in Formerra Office)
• Rewarding work and responsibilities.
• Benefits start Day 1!
• Excellent culture and collaborative team