Director of Payroll and Benefits

ICBD • Fort Lauderdale, FL

12h

About The Position

The Director of Payroll and Benefits will improve the overall health and well-being of our teams by developing, monitoring, and improving a Total Rewards strategy that drives talent acquisition and retention. The proper candidate will be highly experienced and strategically minded, overseeing every element of the organization’s remuneration system, including salary, bonuses, paid/sick leave, welfare benefits, and retirement plans. This person will develop payroll and benefits strategies that drive growth, attract/retain talent, optimize the workforce, and drive productivity.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or related field
• 10+ years of progressive experience in compensation, benefits, or total rewards, including leadership experience
• Proven experience designing and implementing compensation structures, salary bands, and incentive programs
• Strong knowledge of U.S. compensation and benefits practices, including regulatory compliance (FLSA, ERISA, ACA, etc.)
• Experience leading annual payroll review cycles and managing large-scale salary adjustments
• Demonstrated ability to analyze market data (e.g., Radford, Mercer, or similar benchmarks) and translate insights into strategy
• Experience managing benefits programs and vendor relationships (carriers, brokers, providers)
• Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence C-level and senior leadership
• Advanced analytical skills with proficiency in Excel and compensation modeling
• Experience working with HRIS and payroll systems (e.g., UKG, Workday, ADP, etc.)

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in HR, Business, or related field
• Certifications such as CCP (Certified Compensation Professional), CBP, or SHRM-SCP / SPHR
• Experience in high-growth or multi-entity organizations (e.g., healthcare, multi-state operations)
• Exposure to equity compensation, executive compensation, or long-term incentive plans
• Experience building or scaling total rewards functions from the ground up
• Familiarity with data visualization tools (PowerBI, Tableau) for compensation reporting
• Experience supporting M&A, integrations, or rapid workforce scaling
• Strong change management and communication experience in complex environments

Responsibilities

• Benchmark current compensation and benefits programs against market trends, industry standards, and key competitors
• Develop and implement a comprehensive total rewards strategy aligned with organizational growth, workforce diversity, and business objectives
• Partner with senior leadership and internal stakeholders to provide strategic guidance on compensation and benefits matters
• Oversee and manage role changes, promotions, job scope adjustments, and internal transfers to ensure consistency and equity
• Lead the annual salary review and merit cycle in collaboration with department heads, ensuring accurate execution within HRIS and payroll systems
• Conduct regular audits and assessments of compensation and benefits programs to ensure market competitiveness, internal equity, compliance, and alignment with total rewards strategy
• Prepare and deliver executive-level presentations and insights on compensation and benefits topics
• Oversee the development of benefits materials and manage the annual open enrollment process
• Support negotiation of coverage, services, and pricing with carriers, brokers, and vendors to ensure competitive and high-quality offerings
• Ensure medical and ancillary benefit renewals remain competitive while supporting employee well-being
• Develop and execute a comprehensive communication strategy for total rewards programs
• Identify opportunities to enhance employee engagement through proactive communication, education, and program design

Benefits

• 21 paid days off (15 PTO days, increasing with tenure, plus 6 holidays)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options
• Medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, life insurance, AD&D insurance, and GAP Plan (TransAmerica)
• Generous 401(k) with up to 6% employer match
• EAP (unlimited counseling 24/7), PerkSpot (discounts on top brands), Pet Insurance (Nationwide), and On the Goga wellbeing hub

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees