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Vaco by Highspring · 18 hours ago

Benefits and Payroll Manager

Louisville, KY

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$100K/yr - $120K/yr

5+ years exp

Vaco by Highspring is seeking a Benefits and Payroll Manager to oversee payroll operations and employee benefits programs. The role involves managing payroll processing, benefits administration, and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations while collaborating with HR, Finance, and leadership.

Staffing & Recruiting

Hiring Manager

Meredith Johnson

Responsibilities

Manage full-cycle payroll processing for hourly and salaried employees, ensuring timely and accurate pay

Oversee payroll tax filings, garnishments, deductions, and year-end processing (W-2s, audits)

Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll laws and regulations

Serve as the subject-matter expert for payroll systems and processes

Partner with Finance on reconciliations, general ledger entries, and audits

Manage employee benefits programs including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, FSA/HSA, retirement plans, and voluntary benefits

Act as the primary contact for benefits vendors, brokers, and third-party administrators

Oversee open enrollment, benefit renewals, and employee communications

Ensure compliance with ERISA, COBRA, ACA, HIPAA, and other applicable regulations

Analyze benefits costs and utilization; provide recommendations to leadership

Lead and mentor payroll and/or benefits staff (if applicable)

Develop and document policies, procedures, and internal controls

Identify opportunities to streamline payroll and benefits processes through automation and system enhancements

Support HR initiatives related to compensation, employee experience, and compliance

Qualification

Payroll managementBenefits administrationPayroll tax regulationsHRIS/payroll systemsAnalytical skillsProblem-solving skillsLeadershipAttention to detail