Payroll & Benefits Leader | Multi-State Compliance

Hunter+Sage; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing organization is seeking a Payroll & Benefits Manager to oversee payroll operations and benefits administration. This role includes managing payroll processing, ensuring compliance with regulations, and improving processes for an exceptional employee experience. Candidates should have 7–10+ years of payroll experience with strong skills in multi-state compliance. Familiarity with payroll systems is a plus. The position offers a chance to drive improvements in payroll and benefits management.

Qualifications

• 7–10+ years of progressive payroll experience.
• Strong experience with multi-state payroll and tax compliance.
• Proven background in full-cycle payroll processing and tax filings.
• Experience administering employee benefits programs.
• High attention to detail and ability to manage deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle, in-house payroll processing including updates for new hires.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll tax regulations.
• Administer employee benefits programs including medical and dental offerings.
• Lead open enrollment and handle employee benefits inquiries.

Skills

Multi-state payroll compliance

Payroll processing

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or related field

Tools

Payroll systems/ERP platforms (UKG)

Job description

A growing organization is seeking a Payroll & Benefits Manager to oversee payroll operations and benefits administration. This role includes managing payroll processing, ensuring compliance with regulations, and improving processes for an exceptional employee experience. Candidates should have 7–10+ years of payroll experience with strong skills in multi-state compliance. Familiarity with payroll systems is a plus. The position offers a chance to drive improvements in payroll and benefits management.