Payroll and Benefits Manager

Michael Page • Full Time • New York, New York, United States • 1d ago

The Benefits and Payroll Manager will be responsible for managing employee benefits, processing payroll, and supporting various HR functions related to compensation and benefits. This role involves facilitating new employee orientations, advising employees on benefits plans, resolving insurance-related issues, and ensuring compliance with payroll regulations.

Client Details

Our company is a food and beverage company built from the ground up to deliver real innovation. They are looking for a Payroll and Benefits Manager to grow their fast growing team.

Description

Employee Benefits Support:
- Conduct new employee orientations, providing clear explanations of benefit plans to empower employees in making informed decisions.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for resolving employee inquiries or complaints related to insurance benefits.
- Act as a liaison with insurance carriers, ensuring effective communication and maintaining strong relationships with client representatives.
- Process and verify monthly insurance invoices, addressing discrepancies with carriers and ensuring accuracy.
- Prepare reports for the Director of HR and senior management as needed, including data to support decision-making and benefit planning.
- Oversee COBRA enrollments, subsidies, and payment tracking, following up on delinquent payments and terminating benefits when necessary.
- Prepare and maintain employee census data and reports to support insurance renewals and negotiations.
Open Enrollment Support:
- Collaborate to coordinate and host open enrollment meetings, ensuring effective communication of plan changes.
- Distribute carrier materials to employees, facilitate on-site presentations, and ensure employees are informed about benefits updates.
Payroll Administration:
- Process semi-monthly payroll, ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal wage and hour laws.
- Review and verify payroll data, ensuring the accuracy of reports and making necessary adjustments.
- Handle payroll actions such as wage garnishments, benefits deductions, and overtime payments, ensuring timely and accurate posting.
- Ensure compliance with policies, procedures, and regulations regarding payroll processes.
Reporting and Compliance:
- Maintain up-to-date records for employee benefits and payroll, preparing reports as necessary for management and compliance purposes.

Profile

Strong knowledge of employee benefits administration and payroll processing.
Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Knowledge of local, state, and federal payroll regulations.
Detail-oriented with strong analytical skills.

Job Offer

Competitive salary
Ability to work on a hybrid schedule
Medical and Dental benefits from day 1
Opportunity to work in a collaborative and innovative environment.

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