Vaco by Highspring · 9 hours ago
Payroll and Benefits Manager
Louisville, KY
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$80K/yr - $90K/yr
5+ years expVaco by Highspring is seeking a Payroll & Benefits Manager responsible for overseeing accurate payroll processing and the administration of employee benefit programs. This role ensures compliance with regulations while delivering a positive employee experience related to pay and benefits.
Staffing & Recruiting
Hiring Manager
Meredith Johnson
Responsibilities
Manage end-to-end payroll processing for hourly and salaried employees across multiple states (if applicable)
Ensure payroll is processed accurately and on time, including bonuses, commissions, and adjustments
Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local payroll laws and tax regulations
Reconcile payroll reports and resolve discrepancies
Serve as the primary point of contact for payroll-related questions and issues
Coordinate payroll audits and support year-end processes (W-2s, 1099s)
Administer employee benefit programs including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and retirement plans
Manage open enrollment and employee benefit communications
Act as the liaison between employees and benefit vendors/providers
Ensure benefit deductions are accurate and reflected correctly in payroll
Monitor benefits compliance (ACA, ERISA, COBRA, FMLA where applicable)
Analyze benefit offerings and recommend improvements based on cost and employee needs
Maintain and optimize payroll and HRIS systems
Partner with HR and Finance to improve payroll and benefits processes
Develop and maintain payroll and benefits policies and procedures
Ensure data integrity and confidentiality across systems
Lead, train, and mentor payroll staff (if applicable)
Collaborate closely with HR, Finance, and leadership teams
Support employee education on payroll and benefits topics
Qualification
Required
5+ years of payroll experience, including benefits administration
Strong knowledge of payroll laws, tax regulations, and benefits compliance
Proficiency with payroll systems (ADP, Paychex, UKG, Workday, SAP, or similar)
Advanced Excel and reporting skills
Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, or related field
Experience managing payroll for multi-state organizations
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Disability
Retirement plans
Company
Vaco by Highspring
Vaco is the Talent Solutions division of Highspring, a leading global professional services organization.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageCompany data provided by crunchbase