Payroll and Benefits Manager

Owning the entire employee rewards stack, the full-time remote Payroll and Benefits Manager will manage end-to-end payroll processes, benefits administration, and compensation programs for a growing, multi-state workforce while ensuring compliance and operational efficiency. Key responsibilities Manage payroll cycles, including regular and off-cycle runs, corrections, bonuses, and deductions, ensuring accuracy and timeliness Oversee benefits administration, including enrollment, eligibility, and vendor management, to enhance employee understanding and utilization Administer compensation and equity programs, maintaining salary structures and supporting bonus calculations and equity administration Required qualifications Proven experience managing end-to-end payroll for a multi-state workforce, including hands-on processing and year-end tasks Strong knowledge of payroll controls, compliance, and tax coordination alongside accounting teams Experience in benefits administration, including enrollment, eligibility, and employee issue resolution Background in administering compensation and equity programs with a focus on maintaining audit trails and compliance Familiarity with modern payroll and HRIS platforms, such as Rippling, including configuration and data management