Benefits & Payroll Manager

Care Initiatives; Knoxville (IA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Medical, dental, vision benefits

403(b) retirement savings plan

PTO (paid time off)

Tuition reimbursement

Digital wallet access

Job summary

West Ridge Specialty Care in Knoxville, IA is seeking a Benefits & Payroll Manager to support our administrative team. You will oversee payroll processing, administer benefits, ensure regulatory compliance, and assist with onboarding and reporting across our 78-bed skilled nursing community.

Join our compassionate team and help maintain accurate payroll, benefits, and personnel records while supporting labor reporting and audits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Associate or Bachelor's in business or related field is preferred.
• Training in record keeping, bookkeeping, 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.

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

Payroll processing

Benefits administration

Regulatory compliance

Onboarding

Payroll reconciliation

Education

High school diploma

Associate or Bachelor's in business

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

West Ridge Specialty Care

West Ridge Specialty Care, a 78-bed long-term care skilled nursing community located in Knoxville, IA, is now hiring!

Benefits & Payroll Manager

Schedule/Shifts Available: Full-Time

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!

Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, Care Initiatives will honor your experiences, perspectives, and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.

Care Initiatives is an AffirMative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. Care Initiatives complies with applicable federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, parental status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.