Woolpert · 6 hours ago
Senior Manager, Payroll & Benefits
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$118K/yr - $148K/yr
12+ years expWoolpert is an award-winning, global leader in architecture, engineering, and geospatial services. They are seeking a Senior Manager, Payroll & Benefits to lead the payroll and benefits team, oversee complex functions, ensure compliance, and enhance employee experience across the organization.
ArchitectureConsultingGeospatialInformation Technology
No H1B
Responsibilities
Serve as the Tier III escalation lead for payroll and benefits inquiries that require advanced expertise or judgment
Provide mentorship, guidance, and functional leadership to the payroll and benefits team
Partner with AskHR, HRBPs, Regional HR, and Finance to ensure employees receive timely, accurate, and supportive payroll and benefits assistance
Support employees through complex payroll and benefits situations, including international hires, leave pay, garnishments, and corrections
Oversee compliance with wage & hour laws, benefits eligibility rules, tax withholding requirements, and reporting standards
Implement and maintain standard operating procedures, controls, and documentation to ensure consistency across payroll and benefits workflows
Coordinate and oversee quarterly and annual payroll filings, including W2s and 1095Cs
Lead continuous improvement initiatives for payroll and benefits, identifying automation opportunities and reducing manual work
Collaborate with IT and HRIS to advance Dayforce functionality, including configuration enhancements, integrations, and global modules
Support implementation of new payroll structures for acquisitions globally
Manage vendor relationships at an advanced level, including benefits carriers, brokers, payroll providers, and international partners
Oversee complex payroll audits, benefits compliance reviews, and regulatory responses
Ensure Woolpert’s payroll and benefits programs meet high standards of accuracy, compliance, and competitiveness
Establish and track KPIs for accuracy, service delivery, processing speed, and compliance targets
Oversee reconciliations, complex pay adjustments, leave pay calculations, and escalated discrepancies
Provide balanced recommendations that consider legal compliance, operational efficiency, and employee experience
Apply strong judgment when addressing sensitive pay or benefits matters, ensuring confidentiality and equitable solutions
Support organizational growth while maintaining healthy workload distribution, clear prioritization, and sustainable processes
Lead and develop a small team and/or cross functional workstreams
Support M&A integration for payroll/benefits, including transitioning acquired firms onto standard calendars, plans, and systems
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Accounting, or related field required
12 years of experience in payroll processing and benefits administration required
Experience may substitute for education at a 1:1 ratio. In lieu of a Bachelor's degree, an additional 4 years of relevant experience is required
Analytical rigor, vendor management, process design, data integrity, service orientation, and stakeholder communication
High integrity and ability to handle sensitive information with discretion
Proficiency with Dayforce (or comparable HCM/payroll), Excel, and vendor portals
Knowledge of multi‑state payroll laws, tax regulations, and benefits compliance
Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with demonstrated ability to resolve escalated payroll or benefits issues
Excellent communication, customer service, and cross‑functional partnering skills
Ability to manage deadlines across multiple time zones
Global experience coordinating payroll/benefits across at least 3 countries (e.g., EMEA or APAC) with in country providers preferred
Experience leading OE implementations, system upgrades, or multi country payroll launches in Dayforce preferred
Preferred
FPC/CPP (APA), CEBS, SPHR, GPHR (or regional equivalent) preferred, but not required
Experience with Ceridian/Dayforce or similar HCM/payroll systems
Benefits
Freedom to Work program: Set your own schedule and location (as appropriate).
Principal program: Earn the opportunity to become an owner of the firm.
Flexible paid time off/vacation: Take time off when it makes sense for you and your team.
Career development: Explore a wide range of learning and growth opportunities within and across industries.
Health, life, vision, and dental insurance: Cover all your medical bases.
Paid sick time, retirement plan, fitness reimbursement, pet insurance, identity protection, technology stipend, employee assistance program, and more!
Company
Woolpert
Woolpert is a design, geospatial, and infrastructure management firm.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$2.93MKey Investors
MSD Partners
2022-11-23Series Unknown· $2.93M
2021-03-24Private Equity
2017-12-15Private Equity
Leadership Team
Amar Nayegandhi
Global Head of Technology and Innovation
Neil Churman
President
Recent News
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