Benefits & Payroll Manager

Care-Initiatives; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

Comprehensive Benefits

Referral Bonus Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Digital Wallet Access

Job summary

Care Initiatives in Cedar Rapids, IA is seeking a Benefits & Payroll Manager to join our administrative team. In this full-time role, you will oversee payroll processing, administer benefits, and ensure compliance with payroll regulations while supporting onboarding and records management.

You will work with our skilled nursing communities across Iowa, partnering with HR and finance to produce accurate reports, manage labor tracking, and contribute to a positive employee experience through

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or equivalent.
• Associate or bachelor’s in business or related field preferred.
• Experience with payroll, record keeping, and administrative tasks.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and other computer systems.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions.

Responsibilities

• Oversee payroll processing and ensure pay accuracy.
• Administer employee benefits and provide team member support.
• Ensure compliance with payroll and employment regulations.
• Assist with onboarding, payroll setup, and employee records.
• Prepare reports and assist with labor tracking, audits, and payroll reconciliation.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Follow written and oral instructions

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Associate or Bachelor's degree in business or related field (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Payroll software/HRIS

Job description

Benefits & Payroll Manager
Schedule/Shifts Available: Full-Time Days

Make a Difference Every Day – Join Care Initiatives as a vital part of our administrative team!

Join our compassionate care team across more than 40 skilled nursing communities throughout Iowa.If you're a dedicated and empathetic caregiver looking to make a meaningful impact on the lives of others during their healthcare journey, this is your opportunity to shine.

What You’ll Do & Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee payroll processing and ensure pay accuracy.
• Administer employee benefits and provide team member support.
• Ensure compliance with payroll and employment regulations.
• Assist with onboarding, payroll setup, and employee records.
• Prepare reports and assist with labor tracking, audits, and payroll reconciliation.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent, required.
• Associate or bachelor’s degree in business or related field, preferred.
• Training/education in record keeping, bookkeeping/accounting, payroll, and general administrative skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and other computer systems
• Demonstrated effective interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions.

Why Join Care Initiatives?

• Competitive Compensation: Earn a highly competitive wage.

• Comprehensive Benefits: Eligible employees enjoy robust benefit options including medical, dental, vision, 403(b) retirement savings plan, PTO, and more.

• Referral Bonus Program: Earn cash rewards for referring your friends.

• Tuition Reimbursement:Develop your skills with company-paid training and education to take your career to the next level.

• Digital Wallet Access: Get paid as you earn—no more waiting for payday!