Associate Director, Client Payroll & Benefits Manager

Cresset Capital•Bend, OR

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Cresset is seeking a Payroll and Benefits Manager to be based out of either their Bend, OR office or their main office in Palo Alto, CA. This role will be instrumental in assisting with the design and execution of payroll and benefits programs for Cresset's clients. The position involves the administration of regular payrolls, state tax registration, and comprehensive management of benefits and retirement programs, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, and the 401(k) plan.

Requirements

Extensive experience in payroll administration and dealing with state tax requirements.
Hands-on experience with multiple payrolls in multiple states, including manual processing.
Deep understanding of various benefits programs and hands-on experience in setting up and administering benefits.
Experience in setting up and administering retirement plans.
Deep understanding of different types of employee retirement plans and legal requirements.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Strong organizational skills and ability to complete multiple tasks and a high volume of work by established deadlines.
Self-starter who can work independently and is a collaborative team player.
Experience with HRIS systems and computer software applications including Excel, Word, payroll, benefits, time & attendance, etc.
Broad knowledge of general Human Resources principles, policies, and procedures.
Multistate experience.
Degree in Accounting.

Responsibilities

Set up and process US payroll for client entities utilizing Paychex and other payroll platforms.
Administer payroll tax and related registrations for various States.
Assist in managing client 401(k) plans, including setup, reviewing quarterly and year-end employer match true-up, payroll reporting and submission, audits, and ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements.
Fulfill all governmental regulatory mandates and ensure all associated filings are executed on time and as required.
Generate files/reports such as the annual non-discrimination testing and annual reports.
Assist in designing benefits programs for clients, including health insurance, fringe benefits, and cafeteria plans.
Assist in administering the annual benefits open enrollment period for clients.
Assist in managing ongoing, quarterly, and year-end reporting (taxes, payroll, Workers Comp, etc.) for clients.
Stay current with and research the latest payroll and benefits regulations and market trends.