HR Payroll, Benefits, & Systems Manager
HR Payroll, Benefits, & Systems Manager
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About Varda
Low Earth orbit is open for business. Varda is accelerating the development of commercial space infrastructure from in-orbit pharmaceutical processing to reliable and economical reentry capsules.
From life-saving pharmaceuticals to more powerful fiber optics there is a world of products used on Earth today that can only be manufactured in space. Varda is accelerating innovation in the orbital economy by creating both the products and infrastructure needed so space can directly benefit life on Earth. Our mission is to expand the economic bounds of humankind.
Our team is uniquely suited to accomplishing this goal with leadership and staff comprised of veterans from SpaceX Blue Origin major pharmaceutical companies and Silicon Valley. Varda was founded in January 2021 by Will Bruey and Delian Asparouhov with significant backing from world class investors including Khosla Ventures Lux Capital Founders Fund Caffeinated Capital General Catalyst and Also Capital.
Varda is headquartered in El Segundo California where we have offices and a production facility where our vehicles equipment and materials are built integrated and tested. Varda also has offices in Washington DC and Huntsville AL (coming soon).
Join Varda and work to create a bustling in-space ecosystem.
About This Role
The Payroll Benefits and HR Systems Manager oversees the administration of payroll benefits and equity programs while leading the strategy full implementation optimization and integration of HR systems. This role ensures accurate timely and compliant payroll and benefits processes including executive payroll and garnishments while leveraging technology to enhance HR operations. You will lead the HRIS roadmap manage the migration from the current payroll system mentor a small team and deliver data-driven insights to inform business decisions.
This is both a strategic and hands-on role requiring deep expertise in payroll benefits equity administration HRIS implementation and process improvement.
Reports to: Director of People Operations
Location: El Segundo CA
Key Responsibilities
Payroll Administration
- Manage end-to-end payroll processing for all employees including executive payroll and multi-state compliance ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
- Oversee garnishment processing payroll tax compliance reporting and annual filings.
- Partner with Finance to reconcile payroll data and address discrepancies.
- Respond to employee inquiries related to payroll in a timely and professional manner.
Benefits Administration
- Administer employee benefits programs including health dental vision life insurance disability and retirement plans.
- Lead annual benefits open enrollment and coordinate with vendors on plan renewals.
- Ensure compliance with ERISA ACA COBRA and other relevant regulations.
- Provide employee education and resources to maximize benefit utilization.
Equity Administration
- Support the administration of Vardas equity programs including grants exercises vesting schedules and related transactions.
- Partner with Finance Legal and external partners to ensure accurate and compliant equity processing.
- Maintain equity records in the equity management system and provide reporting for leadership and compliance.
Lead HRIS Strategy Full Implementation & Execution
- Support the execution of a strategic roadmap for HRIS initiatives aligning technology solutions with business objectives.
- Lead full HRIS implementation including data extraction and migration from the current HRIS/payroll system.
- Manage vendor selection system configuration testing training and post-launch support.
System Optimization & Integration
- Oversee the optimization and integration of HRIS platforms ensuring seamless data flow and enhanced functionality.
- Partner with IT and vendors to resolve technical issues and implement system enhancements.
Data Management & Reporting
- Maintain data integrity across all HR systems ensuring accuracy confidentiality and compliance with labor and privacy regulations.
- Create customized reports and dashboards to provide actionable insights for HR and business leaders.
Continuous Improvement
- Identify opportunities for automation streamlined workflows and process enhancements.
- Evaluate new tools and solutions to improve efficiency employee experience and data accuracy.
Qualifications
- 7 years of experience in payroll benefits administration and HRIS management in a multi-state environment. Experience with Gusto and Pulley a plus.
- Proven experience in full HRIS implementation including data migration and payroll system extraction.
- Strong understanding of payroll compliance benefits regulations garnishments and equity program administration.
- Experience processing executive payroll with a high degree of confidentiality.
- Advanced Excel and data analysis skills; experience creating reports and dashboards.
- Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Pay Range
- Salary range: $120000 - $163000/per year
- This role is on-site in El Segundo CA
- Leveling and base salary is determined by job-related skills education level experience level and job performance
- You will be eligible for long-term incentives in the form of stock options and/or long-term cash awards
- Offercompensation also includes the ability to receive stock options under the Companys Equity Incentive Plan.
ITAR Requirements
Varda like all employers must ensure that its employees working in the United States are lawfully authorized to work in the U.S. Additionally our employees are exposed to and have access to certain export-controlled items. At present some of our technology to which employees have access requires a license to be exported to individuals other than U.S. Persons as defined in U.S. export regulations. Because our employees are provided access to export-controlled items our current policy is to only hire U.S. persons who are permitted to have access to our technology without an export license.
US person means: U.S. citizen U.S. lawful permanent resident or protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) (i.e. individual admitted to the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum in the U.S.)
Learn more about the ITAR here.
Benefits
- Exciting team of professionals at the top of their field working by your side
- Equity in a fully funded space startup with potential for significant growth (interns excluded)
- 401(k) matching (interns excluded)
- Unlimited PTO (interns excluded)
- Health insurance including Vision and Dental
- Lunch and snacks provided on site every day. Dinners provided twice a week.
- Maternity / Paternity leave (interns excluded)
Varda Space Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Candidates and employees are always evaluated based on merit qualifications and performance. We will never discriminate on the basis of race color gender national origin ethnicity veteran status disability status age sexual orientation gender identity martial status mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
E-Verify Statement
Varda Space Industries Inc. participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-Verify program. The E-Verify program is an Internet-based employment eligibility verification system operated by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. Learn more about theE-Verifyprogram.
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Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full Time
