Payroll & Benefits Manager
Job Description
Payroll & Benefits Manager: Bergen County, NJ: $125,000–$150,000+
We are seeking a Payroll & Benefits Manager to join a sizable professional services firm in Bergen County. This role oversees multi-state payroll operations and firmwide benefits administration, serving as a key partner to HR and Finance leadership. The position offers strong visibility, meaningful operational impact, and the opportunity to support a professional workforce across multiple offices.
What You’ll Love About Working Here:
Supportive and collaborative leadership environment
High-visibility role partnering directly with HR and firm leadership
Opportunity to oversee and improve payroll and benefits operations
Stable firm with strong infrastructure and long-term growth
Team-oriented culture with cross-office collaboration
Payroll & Benefits Manager Benefits:
Comprehensive health benefits (medical, dental, vision)
401K with employer contribution
Bonus potential
Generous PTO
Professional growth and advancement opportunity
Hybrid work flexibility
Payroll & Benefits Manager Position responsibilities are:
Oversee end-to-end multi-state payroll processing ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timeliness
Manage administration of firmwide benefits including medical, dental, vision, FSA/HSA, life insurance, disability, 401(k), and leave programs
Serve as primary liaison with payroll and benefits vendors
Lead annual open enrollment and related employee communications
Audit payroll and benefits data to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations
Monitor changes in wage and tax laws and implement required updates
Support year-end reporting including W-2 processing, ACA filings, and 401(k) compliance testing
Supervise payroll and benefits support staff
Partner with HR and Finance leadership on system enhancements and process improvements
Respond to employee payroll and benefits inquiries with professionalism and discretion
Payroll & Benefits Manager position requirements are:
Approximately 5+ years of payroll and benefits experience
Strong experience managing multi-state payroll
Proficiency with ADP Workforce Now required
Law firm or professional services experience strongly preferred
Advanced Excel skills
Strong analytical ability and high attention to detail
Ability to build credibility with leadership and staff at all levels
CPP, PHR, SHRM-CP, or related certification is a plus
If you are an experienced Payroll & Benefits Manager with strong multi-state payroll and ADP experience seeking a leadership role within a stable professional services environment, please submit your resume for immediate consideration.
Job Type: Full-time
Work Location: Hybrid
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