Global Benefits and Payroll Manager (Hybrid)

Atlantic Group; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a detail-oriented Global Benefits and Payroll Manager to lead benefits administration and global payroll operations. This hybrid role involves ensuring payroll accuracy, maintaining compliance across multiple regions, and enhancing employee benefits programs. You'll collaborate with HR and third-party administrators to streamline processes and support employees with benefits-related inquiries. If you have a passion for optimizing payroll systems and a strong background in benefits compliance, this opportunity is perfect for you to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 7-10 years of global benefits and payroll administration experience required.
• Strong understanding of payroll regulations and compliance across regions.

Responsibilities

• Lead benefits administration and global payroll operations with accuracy.
• Ensure compliance with regional laws and manage payroll audits.

Skills

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Payroll Processing

Benefits Compliance

Multi-Regional Workforce Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration

Tools

Payroll Systems

Benefits Portal

Job description

Job Overview – Global Benefits and Payroll Manager:

Join our client in New York, NY, as a Global Benefits and Payroll Manager (Hybrid), leading benefits administration and global payroll operations. In this role, you will ensure payroll accuracy, maintain compliance across multiple regions, and enhance employee benefits programs. Collaborate with HR and third-party administrators to streamline processes, optimize payroll systems, and support employees with benefits-related inquiries. This opportunity is ideal for a detail-oriented professional with expertise in benefits compliance, payroll processing, and multi-regional workforce management.

Compensation: $100,000 – $125,000/year + bonus
Location: New York, NY
Schedule: Monday to Friday (Hybrid)

Responsibilities as the Global Benefits and Payroll Manager:

1. Benefits Strategy & Administration: Support HR in planning and managing company benefits, including plan designs, events, and employee communications.
2. Compliance & Legal Adherence: Ensure benefits programs align with regional and local laws, overseeing COBRA, wellness programs, and leave of absence administration.
3. Payroll Processing & Accuracy: Manage payroll operations for global employees and contractors, ensuring timely and accurate payroll closures, reporting, and compliance.
4. Employee Support & Communication: Serve as a point of contact for payroll inquiries and benefit-related concerns, providing high-level support and building strong business relationships.
5. System Management & Reporting: Maintain the benefits portal, ensuring employees have access to up-to-date information while leveraging payroll systems for reporting and auditing.
6. Auditing & Discrepancy Resolution: Conduct payroll audits, identify discrepancies, and resolve issues to maintain compliance with payroll policies and procedures.

Qualifications for the Global Benefits and Payroll Manager:

1. Education: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
2. Experience: 7-10 years of global benefits and payroll administration experience.
3. Benefits Expertise: In-depth knowledge of medical, dental, vision, life insurance, spending accounts, commuter benefits, retirement plans, voluntary benefits, and wellness programs.
4. Payroll & Compliance Knowledge: Strong understanding of payroll regulations, time and attendance systems, and compliance requirements across multiple regions.
5. Technical Proficiency: Advanced experience with payroll systems, auditing, and payroll policy implementation.
6. Skills & Attributes: Exceptional communication skills, strong attention to detail, and the ability to manage complex payroll and benefits structures in a fast-paced environment.

Application Notice:

Qualified candidates will be contacted within 2 business days of application. If an applicant does not meet the above criteria, Atlantic Group will keep your resume on file for future opportunities and may contact you for further discussion.