We are looking for a highly motivated Payroll & Benefits Specialist to oversee payroll processing and benefits administration in our fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role will ensure accurate payroll operations, support employees with benefits inquiries, and contribute to HR initiatives that enhance the overall employee experience. If you enjoy working with systems and data while providing exceptional service, this position is a great opportunity to make an impact.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process payroll on a weekly and biweekly basis with a focus on accuracy and compliance.<br>• Review and validate timesheets to ensure proper reporting of hours worked.<br>• Manage garnishments and income withholding orders in compliance with legal requirements.<br>• Audit payroll data for deductions, tax withholdings, and wage reporting accuracy.<br>• Address system and time clock issues, providing support to remote facilities as needed.<br>• Facilitate onboarding, terminations, and employee changes within the payroll system.<br>• Assist employees with benefits enrollment and respond to questions regarding coverage.<br>• Coordinate disability claims and unemployment processes in collaboration with relevant parties.<br>• Conduct audits to maintain data integrity within HR systems and identify areas for improvement.<br>• Provide training to managers on payroll and benefits processes to ensure smooth operations.
<p>Payroll Manager</p><p><strong>About Our Client</strong></p><p> Our client is a well-established, growth-oriented organization with a proven operating model and a strong commitment to employee experience. Known for its collaborative, energetic, and people-first culture, the company continues to expand while investing in modern systems, scalable processes, and high-quality workspaces. This is an environment where teams genuinely enjoy working together, ideas are welcomed, and leaders are empowered to make an impact.</p><p><strong>About the Role</strong></p><p> The Payroll Manager is responsible for leading end-to-end payroll operations for a diverse, multi-state workforce that includes both hourly and salaried employees. This role ensures accurate, timely, and compliant payroll processing while continuously improving systems, controls, and processes as the organization grows. The Payroll Manager serves as the internal subject-matter expert for payroll operations, tax compliance, audits, and reporting, and works closely with cross-functional partners to deliver an exceptional employee experience.</p><p>This position plays a critical role in supporting scale, driving efficiency, and maintaining compliance across federal, state, and local regulations in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee full-cycle, multi-state payroll processing for hourly and salaried populations</li><li>Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local wage, hour, and payroll tax regulations</li><li>Review and approve payroll reconciliations, journal entries, and payroll reporting</li><li>Manage payroll audits, tax filings, year-end processes, and third-party vendor relationships</li><li>Serve as escalation point for payroll inquiries and complex issues</li><li>Partner with HR, Finance, Legal, and external providers on payroll-related initiatives</li><li>Develop, document, and maintain payroll policies, procedures, and internal controls</li><li>Identify and implement process improvements to enhance accuracy, efficiency, and scalability</li></ul><p>If your experience meets or exceeds the requirements below, and if you have questions or would like more information, please call Jeff Sokolowski directly at (248)365-6131, </p>