PAYROLL & BENEFITS MANAGER
A Pennsylvania-based nonprofit has exclusively retained Creative Financial Staffing to identify a Payroll & Benefits Manager to join their team.
ABOUT THE COMPANY:
- The Organization: Nonprofit that owns and operates nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and rehabilitation centers across 5 campuses in Massachusetts.
- The Growth: Organization that has grown significantly in the past 10 years and is looking to continue with aggressive growth through acquisition.
- The Mission: This group focuses on providing cost-sensitive care to seniors using the best technology available while also allowing each of their centers to retain its autonomy.
OVERVIEW OF THE PAYROLL & BENEFITS MANAGER ROLE:
- Oversee a team of three direct reports responsible for processing payroll accurately and efficiently, including but not limited to calculating wages, processing employee deductions, and ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations.
- Payroll & Benefits Manager coordinates with finance and HR departments to ensure seamless integration between payroll and other organizational functions.
- Manage payroll-related reporting and compliance requirements, including tax filings, wage garnishments, and other statutory deductions.
- Provide guidance and support to the benefits communication team, consisting of three dotted line reports, to ensure effective communication of employee benefits programs and policies.
- Payroll & Benefits Manager collaborates with HR and benefits providers to administer employee benefits programs, including health insurance, retirement plans, and other employee perks.
- Stay informed about changes in payroll and benefits regulations and best practices, and ensure compliance with all relevant laws and regulations.
- Develop and implement processes and procedures to streamline payroll and benefits administration, improve efficiency, and enhance the employee experience.
- Payroll & Benefits Manager conducts regular audits of payroll and benefits data to ensure accuracy and integrity.
- Prepare and present reports on payroll and benefits metrics, trends, and issues to senior management as needed.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS FOR PAYROLL & BENEFITS MANAGER ROLE:
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Accounting, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in payroll administration, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or managerial role.
- Strong understanding of payroll processing principles, including tax withholding, wage garnishments, and compliance requirements.
- Payroll & Benefits Manager must have experience with payroll software systems (e.g., ADP, Paychex, Workday) and proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
- Knowledge of employee benefits administration, including health insurance, retirement plans, and leave programs.
- Excellent leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and develop staff.