HR Project Manager

Sanders Industries Holdings•Bloomfield, CT

1d•Onsite

About The Position

HR Project Manager with expertise in compliance-driven HR programs, specializing in 401(k) administration, employee benefits, leave of absence management, and HRIS/payroll system implementations. Proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives that ensure alignment with ERISA, IRS, FMLA, and state-specific regulations, while improving operational efficiency and data integrity.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field, or equivalent experience
5+ years of progressive payroll and HRIS experience, including lead support responsibilities
Hands on experience with ADP Workforce Now and exposure to ADP Lyric preferred
Experience supporting HRIS/payroll implementations, system enhancements, testing, and data validation
Familiarity with wage and hour regulations, payroll audits, and reporting requirement
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
Ability to collaborate across HR, Payroll, IT, Finance, and vendor teams in fast-paced environments
Strong proficiency with payroll and HRIS systems (e.g., ADP, Workday, UKG, Paychex, or similar)
Advanced Excel reporting skills
Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills
High level of accuracy, discretion, and integrity
Ability to manage competing priorities in a deadline driven environment
Employment is contingent upon the applicant being a “U.S. person” as defined by ITAR (22 CFR §120.15), which includes U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, refugees, or asylees, as required by U.S. export control laws.

Nice To Haves

Exposure to ADP Lyric

Responsibilities

Direct cross-functional HR projects spanning HRIS, payroll, benefits with emphasis on retirement plan administration, leave of absence administration and pay compliance initiatives
Manage end-to-end delivery of payroll-related system integrations and M&A activities, ensuring alignment with compliance, timelines, and business objectives
Oversee project planning, stakeholder communication, risk mitigation, and execution across global teams in a fast-paced environment
Act as a liaison between HR, Payroll, and IT to support HRIS and payroll system enhancements (ADP Workforce Now / Lyric)
Drive process improvements and automation to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and scalability across HR operations
Manage retirement plan mergers, overseeing plan amendments, provision alignment, and regulatory compliance during integrations
Partner with payroll teams to ensure accurate 401(k) contributions, eligibility, and compliance with ERISA and IRS regulations
Oversee pension and deferred compensation plans
Lead audits and reporting related to retirement plans, including nondiscrimination testing, contribution limits, and plan governance
Collaborate with vendors and internal stakeholders to resolve discrepancies and improve data integrity across systems
Lead initiatives to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local wage and hour laws, tax regulations, and pay equity standards
Coordinate audit readiness efforts, including wage/hour audits, internal controls, and regulatory reporting