Payroll Benefits Manager

TalentBridge; Vinings (GA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

TalentBridge is seeking an experienced Manager of Payroll & Benefits to lead payroll operations, benefits administration, and regulatory compliance for a growing multi-location healthcare organization.

The role demands hands-on, detail-oriented leadership with a track record of process improvement, vendor management, and collaboration with senior leadership. Strong knowledge of multi-state payroll, HRIS systems, and benefits programs is essential.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive payroll and benefits experience, including at least 1 year in a supervisory or management capacity.
• Strong experience managing multi-state payroll operations and employee benefits programs.
• Hands-on knowledge of payroll taxes, wage and hour regulations, and benefits compliance.
• Experience administering FMLA, workers' compensation, disability leave, and ADA accommodations.
• Advanced proficiency with HRIS/payroll platforms and Microsoft Excel.
• Experience managing external vendors, benefits brokers, and retirement plan administrators.

Responsibilities

• Oversee payroll management across multiple locations and states with accuracy and timeliness.
• Administer employee benefits programs and lead annual open enrollment and communications.
• Manage leave programs including FMLA, disability, and workers' compensation, coordinating return-to-work processes.
• Ensure compliance with FLSA, ERISA, ACA, HIPAA, COBRA, FMLA, and ADA; oversee regulatory reporting.
• Develop and enhance payroll and benefits procedures, controls, and reporting; streamline workflows.

Skills

Multi-state payroll

Benefits administration

HRIS platforms

Vendor management

Excel

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR, Accounting, Finance or related field

Tools

HRIS platforms

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Manager of Payroll & Benefits to lead payroll operations, benefits administration, and compliance for a growing, multi-location healthcare organization.

This is a highly visible leadership opportunity for a detail-oriented, hands-on professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys improving processes, solving complex challenges, and partnering with senior leadership.

The ideal candidate brings strong expertise in multi-state payroll, employee benefits, HRIS systems, and regulatory compliance, along with experience managing vendors, supporting employees, and driving operational efficiencies.

Key Responsibilities

Payroll Management

• Oversee accurate and timely payroll processing across multiple locations and states.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations.
• Manage payroll system updates, reconciliations, deductions, garnishments, and adjustments.
• Lead year-end payroll activities, including W-2 processing and tax reporting.
• Partner with Finance on payroll audits, reporting, budgeting, and reconciliations.
• Resolve complex payroll discrepancies and implement process improvements.

Benefits Administration & Strategy

• Manage employee benefits programs, including medical, dental, vision, retirement, and voluntary benefits.
• Lead annual open enrollment, employee communications, and benefits system updates.
• Manage relationships with brokers, insurance carriers, and third-party administrators.
• Oversee benefits billing, reconciliations, COBRA administration, and compliance.
• Administer the organization's 401(k) plan, including contributions, vendor management, and annual testing.
• Evaluate benefits offerings and identify opportunities to improve cost-effectiveness and employee experience.

Leave Management, Workers' Compensation & ADA

• Oversee FMLA, disability, and other employee leave programs.
• Manage workers' compensation claims and coordinate return-to-work initiatives.
• Lead ADA accommodation processes and ensure appropriate documentation and compliance.
• Serve as a trusted resource to HR leadership and managers on complex employee leave and accommodation matters.

Compliance, Reporting & Process Improvement

• Ensure compliance with FLSA, ERISA, ACA, HIPAA, COBRA, FMLA, and ADA requirements.
• Oversee regulatory reporting, including ACA filings, Form 5500, and nondiscrimination testing.
• Maintain accurate employee records and support internal and external audits.
• Develop and enhance payroll and benefits procedures, controls, and reporting.
• Identify opportunities to streamline workflows, improve accuracy, and strengthen the employee experience.

What We're Looking For

• 5+ years of progressive payroll and benefits experience, including at least 1 year in a supervisory or management capacity.
• Strong experience managing multi-state payroll operations and employee benefits programs.
• Hands-on knowledge of payroll taxes, wage and hour regulations, and benefits compliance.
• Experience administering FMLA, workers' compensation, disability leave, and ADA accommodations.
• Advanced proficiency with HRIS/payroll platforms and Microsoft Excel.
• Experience managing external vendors, benefits brokers, and retirement plan administrators.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities, meet critical deadlines, and handle confidential information with discretion.
• Bachelor's degree in HR, Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.
• CPP or CEBS certification is a plus.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Play a key leadership role within a growing, multi-site healthcare organization.
• Partner directly with HR leadership and Finance on important business initiatives.
• Take ownership of both payroll operations and benefits strategy.
• Drive meaningful improvements in systems, processes, and the employee experience.
• Join a collaborative environment where your expertise and contributions will make a direct impact.