Benefits and Payroll Manager
About The Position
We are seeking an experienced Benefits & Payroll Manager to oversee payroll operations and manage the day-to-day administration of employee benefits for our growing nonprofit behavioral health organization serving approximately 900 employees across Arizona. This role is ideal for a hands-on leader who thrives in a compliance-driven environment, values accuracy, and is passionate about supporting employees through exceptional payroll and total rewards service. Reporting to the Director of Talent & Total Rewards, this position is a working manager role that both leads and supports payroll operations. You will supervise payroll staff, assist with payroll processing and compliance activities, and directly manage the daily administration of employee benefits programs.
Requirements
- 5–7+ years of combined payroll and benefits experience
- Demonstrated supervisory experience.
- Strong knowledge of payroll laws, benefits administration, and leave compliance.
- Experience with HRIS/payroll systems (Dayforce or similar preferred)
- High attention to detail and strong analytical skills
- Ability to manage sensitive information with discretion.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in healthcare, nonprofit, or highly regulated environments preferred.
- Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, Finance, Accounting, or related field preferred (equivalent experience considered).
Responsibilities
- Supervise and coach payroll staff, ensuring accountability and performance excellence.
- Serve as operational back-up for payroll processing.
- Review payroll runs for accuracy and compliance.
- Oversee payroll audits, tax filings, and year-end processing (W-2s)
- Maintain strong internal controls and payroll documentation.
- Manage day-to-day administration of medical, dental, vision, retirement, and ancillary benefits.
- Serve as primary point of contact for benefits vendors and brokers.
- Coordinate annual open enrollment and employee communications.
- Ensure compliance with ERISA, ACA, COBRA, HIPAA, and applicable state laws.
- Resolve complex employee benefits inquiries in partnership with HR.
- Participate in new hire orientation, educating employees on payroll and benefits.
- Partner with Finance, IT, Risk Management, and leadership to ensure operational excellence.
Benefits
- Limitless Growth and Career Advancement Opportunities: Thrive with us through diverse career paths and internal development programs.
- Career Development: Access ongoing training and development through our dedicated Organizational Development & Learning Department
- Generous PTO Program: Enjoy up to 3 weeks off in your first year, with continuous accruals and an additional PTO day for Employee Well-Being
- Paid Holidays: Celebrate 10 paid holidays annually.
- Wellness Program: Benefit from our expert Health Coach services and wellness incentives to reduce costs.
- Tuition Reimbursement: Receive up to $3,000 for educational advancement.
- Affordable Health Care Plans: Choose from comprehensive Medical, Vision, and Dental plans.
- Flexible Spending Accounts: Utilize H.S.A., H.R.A., and F.S.A. options with select medical plans.
- Insurance Coverage: Aetna Medical, Delta Dental, Eyemed vision, free Short-Term Disability, and Life/AD&D Insurance up to $100,000
- Retirement Savings: Benefit from 403(b) retirement plans with a company match
- Employee Assistance: Access 6 free coaching and 6 free therapy sessions, plus a wealth of wellness content and services
- Additional Insurance Options: Pet Insurance, Additional Life/AD&D Insurance, and more
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
