Payroll & Benefits Manager
Payroll & Benefits Manager
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Job Description
Every day we get opportunities to make a positive impact on our colleagues partners customers and society. Together were pioneering the solutions of the future and unlocking the full potential of precious resources. Trusted to act on initiative we challenge conventional thinking to develop world-leading technologies that inspire progress in vital areas including energy food water and shipping.
As we push forward the innovative open spirit that fuels our 140-year-old start-up culture and rapid growth also drives our personal growth. So as we shape a more resourceful less wasteful world we build our careers too.
About the job
We are seeking a strategic and detail-oriented Payroll & Benefits Manager to provide oversight and leadership across payroll and benefits operations. This role is responsible for ensuring compliance accuracy and efficiency in partnership with internal teams and external vendors. The ideal candidate will lead a team of Payroll and Benefits professionals manage relationships guide process improvements and ultimately serve as a subject matter expert in all areas.
Currently this is a hybrid opportunity located in Houston TX or Richmond VA
As a part of the team you will:
Payroll Oversight
Provide strategic oversight of payroll operations ensuring accuracy timeliness and compliance with federal state and local regulations.
Supervise payroll team and external payroll partners to ensure proper processing of new hires terminations salary adjustments bonuses and deductions
Partner with Finance to reconcile payroll transactions support journal entries and assist with budget planning
Oversee payroll-related compliance activities including tax filings W-2 reconciliations and audit documentation.
Maintain and update payroll policies procedures and training materials
Support compensation analysis and ensure proper mapping of time and attendance data
Benefits Program Management
Manage the setup structure and strategy of employee benefit programs including health dental vision life disability HSA COBRA 401K and wellness initiatives including annual updates to summary plan documents
Lead Annual Enrollment and coordinate plan renewals and system updates
Maintain vendor and third-party administrator relationships ensuring accurate invoicing data integrity and timely issue resolution
Ensure vendors/third-party administrators are equipped and responsive to employee inquiries
Oversee leave management programs (FMLA STD LTD etc.) and ensure compliance with applicable laws
Assist Regional Total Rewards Manager in strengthening the benefits strategy with you implementing and executing it
Compliance & Reporting
Ensure compliance with payroll tax regulations ACA reporting and benefits-related legislation
Lead preparation and submission of all internal/external audits
Validate payroll and benefits reports for reconciliation and strategic planning
Stay informed on regulatory changes and recommend updates to policies and procedures
Process Improvement & Collaboration
Identify and implement improvements to payroll and benefits systems and workflows
Collaborate with HR Finance and Marketing on initiatives including recognition programs M&A activity
Prepare presentations and insights on benefits strategy for senior leadership
What you know:
You have high energy a positive attitude and enjoy developing relationships in a matrix business addition you have:
7 years of experience in payroll and/or benefits oversight preferred
Bachelors Degree preferred
Strong understanding of HRIS systems payroll platforms and benefits administration
Excellent communication analytical and vendor management skills
Proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and ensure compliance
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word Excel Outlook)
Experience with Workday and ADP highly preferred
Experience working in an HR Shared Service Center preferred
We care about diversity inclusion and equity in our recruitment processes. We also believe behavioral traits can provide important insights into a candidates fit to a role. To help us achieve this we apply Pymetrics assessments and upon application you will be invited to play the assessment games.
Whats in it for you
Alfa Laval offers a competitive salary and full benefits package including medical/dental/vision/life 401(k) plan and more. At Alfa Laval we carefully consider a wide range of compensation factors to determine your total compensation package. We rely on market indicators to determine compensation and consider your specific job family background skills and experience to get it right. These considerations can cause your compensation to vary and will also be dependent on your location. The base salary for this role is typically $130000 to $145000.
Alfa Laval is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications merit or business need without regard to race color religion age sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or protected veteran status.
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Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
