LHH Recruitment Solutions is seeking a talented Payroll and Benefits Lead for a contract position. This role is responsible for regional oversight of payroll and benefits management, coordinating payroll activities, and supporting regional initiatives. The position plays a critical role in developing and delivering effective systems related to pay data and benefits, including system setup and annual enrollment.
Summary of Responsibilities:
- Manage payroll and benefit processes effectively.
- Oversee the delivery of legally compliant payroll and benefit programs for US and Canadian locations.
- Manage agreements with vendors and administrators, ensuring effective service delivery.
- Direct payroll processing and employee benefits in alignment with defined standards and schedules.
- Maintain and process data in systems according to established payroll procedures, monitoring for irregularities.
- Manage vendor relationships to ensure timely updates to payroll databases and benefit platforms.
- Administer benefit program systems, ensuring accuracy and integrity of eligibility information.
- Facilitate internal cost reallocations related to payroll and benefits expenses.
- Analyze changes in federal, state, and country laws regarding benefits and payroll, advising management accordingly.
- Recommend new policies and procedures to improve service efficiency and system effectiveness.
- Collaborate with payroll and benefits vendors to implement compliance changes.
- Provide information related to accounting reconciliations and general ledger support.
- Generate accounting reports as needed.
- Stay current on HRIS, payroll, and benefit systems to ensure alignment and effective accounting support.
- Advise sites on resolving pay-related issues.
Functional Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related HR field.
- Certified Payroll Professional preferred; additional certifications a plus.
- 10+ years of progressive HR experience with HRIS (SAP), payroll systems, and multijurisdictional employer payroll tax reporting.
- Knowledge of benefit programs, including health, disability, workers' compensation, life insurance, and retirement plans.
- Familiarity with ADP Comprehensive Payroll and Benefits platform.
- Proficient in Microsoft Suite, particularly Excel.
- Strong knowledge of regulatory compliance, including Fair Labor Standards and Department of Labor regulations.
Personal Skills:
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to multitask and meet strict deadlines.
- Strong business acumen with problem-solving capabilities.
- High level of commitment to client relationships and customer service.
- Strong collaboration skills.
Software Experience:
- ADP (mandatory)
- HRIS (SAP, Ceridian for Canadian Payroll)