Payroll and Benefits Manager

QE Solar; Deutschland; Vor Ort; EUR 90.000 - 120.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Health benefits

Wellbeing programs

Learning & Development

Life & Disability Insurance

Zusammenfassung

QE Solar is seeking a Payroll & Benefits Manager who will lead payroll administration, benefits programs, and total rewards strategy to attract and retain talent. This role blends hands-on payroll processing with strategic planning across compliance, vendor management, and cost control.

The successful candidate will bring extensive payroll, benefits and compensation experience, strong HRIS skills, and the ability to manage confidential information with discretion in a dynamic, multi-state

Qualifikationen

• 8+ years in payroll, benefits and compensation
• 2+ years in lead/management role
• Multi-state payroll experience
• Deep knowledge of payroll laws (federal, state, local)
• Strong HRIS experience
• Experience improving payroll and HR processes

Aufgaben

• Lead payroll processing for all employees using Rippling Payroll
• Ensure accurate timekeeping from multiple systems
• Handle new hires, terminations, pay changes, garnishments and adjustments
• Maintain payroll records compliant with regulations
• Coordinate payroll tax filings, W-2s and year-end activities
• Partner with Finance on payroll reconciliation and reporting
• Oversee benefits programs and annual Open Enrollment
• Serve as primary contact for benefits questions and vendor escalations
• Administer Fidelity 401(k) plan and ensure compliance
• Ensure prevailing wage compliance and related regulations
• Support total rewards strategy and salary benchmarking

Kenntnisse

Payroll leadership

HRIS proficiency

Analytical & communication skills

Discretion with confidential data

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s degree

SHRM/PHR/CP certifications (preferred)

Tools

Rippling Payroll

Rippling HR Services

Jobbeschreibung

We’re looking for a Payroll & Benefits Manager who is passionate about creating exceptional employee experience through accurate payroll administration, strategic benefits management, and competitive total rewards programs.

Position Summary

The Payroll & Benefits Manager is responsible for leading payroll administration, employee benefits, compensation programs, and compliance initiatives across the organization. This role combines hands‑on payroll processing with strategic planning to ensure QE Solar’s total rewards programs remain competitive, compliant, and cost‑effective.

What You’ll Do

Payroll Administration

• Manage payroll processing for all employees using Rippling Payroll
• Ensure accurate timekeeping from multiple time management systems
• Process new hires, terminations, promotions, pay changes, garnishments, and payroll adjustments
• Maintain payroll records in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations
• Coordinate payroll tax filings, W-2 processing, and year-end payroll activities
• Partner with Finance on payroll reconciliation and reporting
• Manage state payroll tax accounts with Rippling HR Services

Benefits Administration

• Administer all employee benefit programs
• Manage enrollments, qualifying life events, and employee benefit changes
• Coordinate annual Open Enrollment with external benefits brokers
• Reconcile carrier invoices
• Serve as the primary contact for employee benefit questions and vendor escalations

401(k) Administration

• Serve as primary administrator for the company’s Fidelity 401(k) plan
• Ensure ongoing compliance and accurate plan administration

Prevailing Wage Compliance

• Partner with HR and Labor Compliance teams to administer prevailing wage and fringe benefit requirements
• Ensure compliance with IRA and Davis-Bacon regulations
• Verify labor classifications and wage determinations with project teams

Total Rewards & Benefits Strategy

• Evaluate benefit utilization and renewal opportunities
• Recommend plan improvements and cost‑saving initiatives
• Assist with compensation benchmarking and salary structure development
• Support total rewards initiatives that improve attraction and retention

Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure compliance with:
• FLSA
• ACA
• ERISA
• COBRA
• Federal, State, and Local Payroll Laws
• Prevailing Wage Regulations
• Monitor legislative updates affecting payroll and benefits
• Develop internal payroll controls and audit procedures

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree
• 8+ years of progressive payroll, benefits, and compensation experience
• 2+ years in a lead or management capacity
• Multi-state payroll experience
• Deep understanding of federal, state, and local payroll laws
• Strong HRIS experience
• Experience improving payroll and HR processes
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• Ability to manage confidential information with discretion

Preferred

• Experience administering Rippling Payroll
• 1–3 years of Prevailing Wage (IRA & Davis-Bacon) experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
• SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, CPP, or CEBS certification

QE Solar is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state and local laws. The physical and mental demands described below are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

QE Solar offers incredible benefits! We enjoy:

• 100% paid employee premium on health benefits; additional dependents at low costs and great plans for Health, Dental, Vision, FSA or HSA
• Wellbeing and Employee Assistance
• Learning & Development Opportunities
• Discounted Life & Disability Insurance