Vertical Bridge · 15 hours ago
Payroll and Benefits Analyst
Vertical Bridge is the nation's largest private owner and operator of communications infrastructure and locations, providing build-to-suit and colocation solutions to the wireless industry. The Payroll and Benefits Analyst is responsible for the administration of payroll, benefits, and retirement programs, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and a positive team member experience.
InfrastructureInsuranceTelecommunicationsVirtual RealityWireless
Responsibilities
Process and validate bi‑weekly payroll for hourly and salaried employees, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance
Review and reconcile commission payments, bonuses, and other variable pay components
Audit payroll data regularly to ensure proper tax withholdings, earnings, and deductions
Maintain payroll records, reports, and documentation in accordance with company and regulatory requirements
Complete all post‑payroll items including benefit uploads and account reconciliation, Finance deliverables and requests
Support the day‑to‑day administration of medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other health and welfare benefits
Ensures the accuracy of all benefits enrollments in the HRIS to provide accurate carrier eligibility information
Processes and administers all leave-of-absence requests and disability paperwork
Reconcile and process monthly invoices
Assist with 401(k) plan administration, including contribution audits, eligibility tracking, compliance activities, and employee inquiries
Assist with open enrollment activities, employee communications, and system updates
Serve as a resource to employees regarding benefits eligibility, coverage, and qualifying events
Use data and analytics to identify trends, recommend process improvements, and enhance program effectiveness
Produce regular and ad‑hoc reports on payroll, benefits utilization, turnover, headcount, and other reports
Support audits, including payroll, 401(k) compliance testing, and ACA reporting
Ensure compliance with all applicable laws, including FLSA, ERISA, ACA, HIPAA, COBRA, and IRS regulations
Provide exceptional customer service to team members and third party resources, responding quickly and accurately to inquiries
Support onboarding and offboarding processes related to payroll and benefits
Provide operational support for charitable initiatives, including assistance with monthly meetings, events, check processing, and financial documentation
Maintain all company information in the strictest confidence. Adhere to internal confidentiality guidelines
Help maintain a consistent, positive employee experience aligned with Vertical Bridge’s culture and core values
Qualification
Required
3–5 years of experience in payroll, benefits (including retirement plan regulations), or HR operations; multi‑state payroll experience is required
Proficient with HRIS and payroll systems – Paycom preferred
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, with advanced skills in Excel
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data, identify trends, and recommend solutions
Demonstrated mastery balancing multiple tasks, highly organized and attention to detail required
Strong customer service mindset with excellent communication skills
Preferred
Four-year degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Accounting, or related field preferred
SHRM Certified Professional (PHR) preferred
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other health and welfare benefits
401(k) plan administration
Company
Vertical Bridge
Vertical Bridge REIT, LLC, is the largest private owner and operator of communications infrastructure in the United States and has a nationwide portfolio of over 17,000 towers.
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$2.1BKey Investors
La Caisse
2025-09-16Debt Financing· $595.1M
2021-08-11Acquired
2019-04-02Secondary Market
Leadership Team
Recent News
2025-09-17
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