HR & Payroll Manager

TEEG; North Grosvenordale (CT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

TEEG in North Grosvenordale, CT is seeking an experienced HR & Payroll Manager for a full‑time role. You will manage day‑to‑day HR, payroll, benefits, compliance, and recruiting coordination as part of a small, collaborative administrative team.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of HR/payroll experience, strong organizational skills, and proficiency with HRIS like BambooHR. A strong communication style and ability to work independently within a close team are essential.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of HR administration and payroll experience.
• Experience with payroll processing and basic employment law.
• Experience with BambooHR or a similar HR/payroll system preferred.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Discretion handling confidential information.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage and process bi‑weekly payroll accurately and on time, including new hires, terminations, deductions, and adjustments.
• Maintain confidential employee personnel files and HRIS records.
• Administer employee benefits, including enrollment and life events.
• Manage employee onboarding and offboarding processes.
• Administer PTO, leaves of absence, and time‑and‑attendance records.
• Support recruiting activities, including job postings and offers.
• Maintain and update the employee handbook and HR policies.
• Support compliance with federal and state employment and payroll requirements.
• Manage workers’ compensation reporting and unemployment claims.
• Serve as a resource to employees regarding payroll, benefits, and HR policies.
• Maintain documentation for time and payroll costs for state and grant-funded programs.
• Participate in general agency operations and team initiatives.

Education

PHR/SHRM-CP certification

Tools

BambooHR

Excel/Sheets

Job description

HR & Payroll Manager

TEEG | North Grosvenordale, CT

Full-Time | $55,000–$60,000 annually

About TEEG

TEEG is a dedicated human services nonprofit committed to supporting individuals, families, and communities. We are seeking an experienced and dependable HR & Payroll Manager to join our small, collaborative administrative team and play an important role in supporting our employees and the organization’s day-to-day operations.

About the Position

The HR & Payroll Manager is responsible for independently managing the organization’s day-to-day human resources and payroll functions. This is a hands‑on position that combines HR administration, payroll, benefits, employee support, compliance, and recruiting coordination.

The ideal candidate is organized, detail‑oriented, approachable, and comfortable working independently while being part of a close‑knit team.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and process bi‑weekly payroll accurately and on time, including new hires, terminations, deductions, and adjustments.
• Maintain confidential employee personnel files and HRIS records.
• Administer employee benefits, including enrollment, qualifying life events, and employee questions.
• Manage employee onboarding and offboarding processes.
• Administer PTO, leaves of absence, and time‑and‑attendance records.
• Support recruiting activities, including job postings, interview coordination, and offer letters.
• Maintain and update the employee handbook and HR policies and procedures.
• Support compliance with applicable federal and state employment and payroll requirements.
• Manage workers’ compensation reporting and unemployment claims.
• Serve as a resource to employees regarding payroll, benefits, and HR policies.
• Maintain accurate documentation for employee time and payroll costs associated with state and grant‑funded programs.
• Participate in general agency operations and team initiatives as needed.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in HR administration, payroll, or a combination of the two.
• Working knowledge of payroll processing and basic employment law.
• Experience with BambooHR or a similar HR/payroll system preferred.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Sound judgment and discretion when handling confidential information.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office or Google Workspace, particularly Excel/Sheets.
• Nonprofit experience and PHR/SHRM‑CP certification are a plus.

What We Offer

TEEG offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Health insurance
• Retirement benefits
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays