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2 results for Benefits Manager in Madison, WI

Payroll & Benefits Manager
  • Portage, WI
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 48 - 60 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for an experienced Payroll &amp; Benefits Manager to support payroll operations and employee benefit programs. This Contract position is ideal for a highly organized individual who can oversee complex payroll processing, maintain compliance with wage and tax regulations, and provide dependable support across benefits administration. The role requires strong analytical judgment, accuracy, and the ability to communicate effectively with employees, vendors, and internal stakeholders.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee end-to-end payroll processing, ensuring employees are paid accurately and on schedule while maintaining compliance with federal and state wage and hour regulations.</p><p>• Review and enter payroll-related information such as deductions, garnishments, paid time off balances, and retirement contributions into payroll systems with a high degree of accuracy.</p><p>• Administer employee benefit offerings, including health coverage, dental plans, life insurance, disability programs, flexible benefit plans, and retirement plans.</p><p>• Reconcile payroll tax withholdings, insurance deductions, and related general ledger accounts to ensure alignment between payroll records and financial reporting.</p><p>• Prepare recurring payroll and benefits reports for leadership, including summaries related to earnings, hours worked, accruals, taxes, and deductions.</p><p>• Lead annual open enrollment activities by coordinating employee communications, managing plan updates in system tools, distributing enrollment materials, and processing elections within required timelines.</p><p>• Audit monthly insurance invoices, resolve billing discrepancies with carriers, and submit accurate information for payment processing.</p><p>• Serve as a point of contact for employee benefit questions, provide guidance on plan options and changes, and escalate highly complex issues when appropriate.</p><p>• Partner with external organizations, including government program administrators, insurance carriers, and a financial institution, to support benefits coordination and retiree pension payroll administration.</p><p>• Support retirement governance activities by assisting with committee documentation and performing additional payroll and benefits-related duties as needed.</p>
  • 2026-04-30T00:00:00Z
Business Applications Manager
  • Middleton, WI
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 120000 - 130000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Robert Half is looking for a skilled Business Applications Manager to oversee and enhance core business systems for our client in the Madison area. This role is ideal for a hands-on IT leader who combines technical depth with strong project delivery skills and the ability to partner effectively with business stakeholders.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What You’ll Do</strong></p><ul><li>Lead the administration, improvement, and integration of key business systems, including ERP, CRM, analytics, and workflow automation platforms.</li><li>Manage and mentor a team of IT professionals, ensuring effective allocation of resources, timely project delivery, and high-quality outcomes.</li><li>Oversee full project lifecycles, from planning and execution to reporting and completion, to ensuring projects are delivered on time and within scope.</li><li>Collaborate with leaders across the organization to translate business needs into practical, technology-driven solutions.</li><li>Ensure data accuracy and consistency across interconnected systems.</li><li>Use project management tools to track progress, monitor workflows, and generate reports.</li><li>Provide training, guidance, and documentation to enable optimal system use and adoption.</li><li>Create and maintain clear documentation for system processes, workflows, and technical procedures.</li></ul>
  • 2026-04-24T00:00:00Z