Payroll & Benefits Operations Manager

Vivant Talent; Anaheim (CA); Presencial; USD 95.000 - 120.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Vivant Talent is seeking a Payroll & Benefits Operations Manager in Anaheim, CA to lead payroll delivery across multiple states, ensure on-time, compliant payroll, and manage the end-to-end cycle with time data, tax withholdings, and deductions.

You will supervise the Payroll Administrator, coordinate certified payroll for construction projects, administer benefits, and partner with the CFO to strengthen controls, automate workflows, and improve reporting.

Formación

• 5+ years of payroll experience including supervisory duties.
• Construction payroll experience with certified payroll and job costing.
• Strong multistate payroll, tax, and benefits knowledge.
• Experience with payroll systems, implementations or improvements.
• Familiarity with Viewpoint Vista or Clue is a plus.
• Analytical, organized, and detail-oriented with problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication across field and office teams.

Responsabilidades

• Oversee payroll delivery across multiple states on schedule and compliant.
• Manage end-to-end payroll cycle including time data, tax withholdings, and deductions.
• Supervise the Payroll Administrator and promote accuracy.
• Coordinate construction wage requirements, certified payroll, and job costing.
• Administer employee benefits throughout the lifecycle and open enrollment.
• Investigate discrepancies in compensation, deductions, and timekeeping.
• Support audits and strengthen internal payroll controls with leadership.
• Evaluate payroll workflows and automate where possible.
• Improve data flow between timekeeping and payroll systems.
• Develop standard procedures and backup processes for growth.

Conocimientos

Payroll leadership

Multistate payroll

Regulatory compliance

Process improvement

Analytical skills

Herramientas

Viewpoint Vista

Clue

Descripción del empleo

Payroll & Benefits Operations Manager

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee payroll delivery across multiple states, ensuring employees are paid correctly and on schedule while maintaining compliance with applicable regulations.
• Manage the end-to-end payroll cycle, including time and attendance data, payroll adjustments, tax withholdings, deductions, wage garnishments, and annual reporting.
• Supervise and mentor the Payroll Administrator, establishing priorities, reviewing work, and promoting accountability and accuracy.
• Coordinate construction-related wage requirements, including job cost allocations, certified payroll submissions, and prevailing wage documentation when required.
• Administer employee benefit programs throughout the employee lifecycle, from new enrollments and status changes to annual open enrollment and vendor coordination.
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies involving employee compensation, benefit elections, payroll deductions, and timekeeping records.
• Work alongside the CFO and cross-functional leaders to strengthen internal controls, support audits, and maintain reliable payroll and benefits records.
• Evaluate existing payroll workflows and system capabilities to identify opportunities for automation, improved reporting, and greater efficiency.
• Lead efforts to improve the flow of information between timekeeping platforms and payroll systems, ensuring accurate data transfer and streamlined processing.
• Develop standardized procedures, internal documentation, and backup processes to promote consistency and support future organizational growth.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of payroll experience, including team leadership or supervisory responsibilities.
• Construction industry payroll experience preferred, including familiarity with certified payroll, prevailing wage, and job costing.
• Strong knowledge of multistate payroll regulations, tax compliance, and benefits administration.
• Experience with payroll systems, software implementations, or process improvements.
• Familiarity with Viewpoint Vista or Clue is a plus.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to collaborate with employees and leadership across field and office teams.

PAY TRANSPARENCY:

The estimated annual pay range for this position is $95,000 - $120,000, plus a 10% bonus. Actual compensation will be determined by the hiring authority and may vary depending on qualifications and other factors relevant to the responsibilities of the role.

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