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Payroll & Benefits Manager

United States, New Ulm Employment contract, B2B, Contract work · Job Posted May 05, 2026
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We are looking for an experienced Payroll & 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.

Job Responsibility

  • 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
  • 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
  • Administer employee benefit offerings, including health coverage, dental plans, life insurance, disability programs, flexible benefit plans, and retirement plans
  • Reconcile payroll tax withholdings, insurance deductions, and related general ledger accounts to ensure alignment between payroll records and financial reporting
  • Prepare recurring payroll and benefits reports for leadership, including summaries related to earnings, hours worked, accruals, taxes, and deductions
  • Lead annual open enrollment activities by coordinating employee communications, managing plan updates in system tools, distributing enrollment materials, and processing elections within required timelines
  • Audit monthly insurance invoices, resolve billing discrepancies with carriers, and submit accurate information for payment processing
  • Serve as a point of contact for employee benefit questions, provide guidance on plan options and changes, and escalate highly complex issues when appropriate
  • Partner with external organizations, including government program administrators, insurance carriers, and a financial institution, to support benefits coordination and retiree pension payroll administration
  • Support retirement governance activities by assisting with committee documentation and performing additional payroll and benefits-related duties as needed

Requirements

  • 10+ years of experience in payroll administration, with strong knowledge of full-cycle payroll processes
  • Proven experience managing multi-state payroll in a high-volume environment, including payroll populations exceeding 500 employees
  • Background in benefits administration, including health and welfare plans, retirement programs, and payroll-related benefit deductions
  • Working knowledge of payroll tax practices, wage and hour compliance requirements, and account reconciliation principles
  • Experience supporting union payroll environments and handling related pay rules or deductions
  • Strong reporting and data analysis skills, with the ability to prepare payroll and benefits summaries for management review
  • Proficiency with payroll and benefits systems, along with the ability to maintain accurate records and generate customized reports
  • Excellent communication and problem-solving skills for working with employees, vendors, carriers, and internal finance partners

What we offer

  • medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
  • 401(k) plan

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