Payroll & Benefits Manager - Pacha New York

FIVE Hotels and Resorts • New York, NY

5d • $90,000 - $100,000

About The Position

Pacha New York is seeking an experienced Payroll & Benefits Manager to lead payroll processing and benefits administration for its New York operations. This role ensures accurate, compliant, and timely payroll delivery while managing employee benefits programmes in alignment with US federal, New York State, and local regulations.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Finance, Accounting, or related field preferred
• Minimum 5 years’ experience managing payroll and benefits in the United States
• Strong knowledge of US federal, New York State, and NYC payroll regulations
• Proficiency with payroll systems and HRIS platforms
• Strong analytical skills and high attention to detail
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion

Nice To Haves

• Experience in hospitality, nightlife, entertainment, or multi-shift environments preferred

Responsibilities

• Oversee full-cycle payroll for hourly, salaried, and contractor populations, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with federal, New York State, and New York City regulations
• Manage payroll tax filings and remittances (federal, state, local), including garnishments, levies, statutory deductions, Workers’ Compensation, unemployment reporting, and 1099 processing
• Ensure time and attendance system integrity and accurate payroll integration
• Resolve payroll discrepancies, maintain audit-ready records, and serve as primary liaison with payroll providers and regulatory authorities
• Administer and oversee all employee benefits programmes including medical, dental, vision, retirement (401k), and statutory leave benefits
• Manage broker and carrier relationships, lead renewals, conduct cost reviews and benchmarking, and ensure regulatory compliance (ACA, COBRA, FMLA, NY Paid Sick Leave, NY Paid Family Leave)
• Coordinate enrolment, employee communications, and issue resolution
• Safeguard payroll and benefits data confidentiality and maintain compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations
• Monitor and implement legislative updates impacting payroll and benefits
• Manage year-end reporting (including W-2s) and support internal and external audits
• Partner with HR and Finance on workforce planning, budgeting, and payroll/benefits cost analysis
• Analyse overtime, labour costs, and benefits utilisation to support business decisions
• Drive payroll and benefits process optimisation, automation, and HRIS system integrity

Benefits

• Eligible employees may receive comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance; paid time off; company holidays; and participation in retirement savings programs in accordance with company policy and applicable law.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager