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SGA Dental Partners · 5 days ago

Director of Compensation and Benefits

Richmond Hill, GA

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

7+ years exp

SGA Dental Partners is hiring for the Director of Compensation and Benefits. This role is responsible for overseeing all payroll and employee benefits operations across the organization, ensuring compliance with regulations, and driving efficiency and employee satisfaction.

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Responsibilities

Lead payroll and benefits teams, providing coaching, training, and performance management

Develop and implement policies, procedures, and controls for payroll and benefits operations, while aligning department strategies to support employee engagement

Direct all aspects of payroll processing, including multi-state and biweekly/monthly cycles

Ensure accurate calculation of wages, overtime, bonuses, deductions, and benefits integration

Oversee year-end payroll activities, tax filings, and audits

Manage payroll systems and vendors to ensure accuracy, reliability, and data integrity, automating processes for improvement as needed

Design, implement, and manage employee benefits programs including health, dental, vision, retirement, wellness, leave, and ancillary offerings

Evaluate and recommend benefit plan designs that align with organizational goals and workforce needs

Manage vendor relationships, negotiate contracts, and monitor performance

Oversee open enrollment processes and employee communications

Promote wellness initiatives and ensure benefits programs support employee wellbeing

Manage leave of absence programs (FMLA, ADA, medical, personal, and statutory leaves), ensuring compliance, accurate tracking, and timely communication

Partner with HR and managers to support employees through leave processes and ensure proper benefits and payroll coordination

Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations governing payroll and benefits (IRS, DOL, ERISA, ACA, COBRA, HIPAA, FMLA, etc.)

Ensure compliance with all leave‑related regulations and maintain accurate documentation for audits and regulatory reviews

Monitor legislative and regulatory changes and implement necessary updates

Oversee audits, filings, reporting requirements, and maintain audit‑ready documentation for both payroll and benefits programs

Manage relationships with payroll and benefits providers, brokers, and consultants

Negotiate contracts and monitor vendor performance to ensure quality, cost‑effectiveness, and service excellence

Lead system enhancements, integrations, and process improvements to increase accuracy, efficiency, and scalability

Provide regular reporting and analysis on payroll costs, benefits utilization, trends, and compliance

Present insights and recommendations to leadership to support strategic processes, cost savings, and data‑driven decision‑making

Qualification

Payroll operationsBenefits administrationCompliance managementData analyticsVendor managementWorkday knowledgeAdvanced ExcelLeadership abilitiesAnalytical skillsProfessionalismBusiness acumenProblem-solving skillsCommunication skillsRelationship-building skillsAttention to detail

Required

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, or related field

7–10 years of progressive experience in payroll and benefits administration, with at least 3 years in a leadership role

CPP (Certified Payroll Professional), FPC (Fundamental Payroll Certification), or CEBS (Certified Employee Benefit Specialist)

Strong knowledge of payroll and benefits regulations, including multi‑state requirements

Proficiency with payroll and benefits systems, integrations, and data accuracy

Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills, while maintaining attention to detail & confidential responsibility

Clear and effective communication skills across all levels of the organization

Proven leadership abilities with experience developing high‑performing teams

Strong vendor management, negotiation, and relationship‑building skills

Strong computer skills, with advanced proficiency in Excel

High degree of professionalism, work ethic, and sound business acumen

Experience in multi-state or large-scale organizations

Experience administering and optimizing self-funded health plans, including coordination with stop-loss carriers, third-party administrators, and brokers; oversight of claims funding, renewals, compliance requirements, and cost-containment strategies

Background in process automation, system optimization, and benefits program design