Payroll & Benefits Manager

Job description

Description The Payroll & Benefits Manager leads Proven IT’s payroll, benefits and 401(k) administration across all operations—including newly acquired entities—by managing payroll processes, tax compliance, reporting, and audit controls. You ensure accuracy in employee classification, deductions, wage compliance, and workflows while maintaining high fidelity in payroll-related systems. Key Responsibilities: Payroll Administration and Compliance: Benefits Administration (401k and Welfare Benefits) - Oversee end-to-end payroll processing for multiple entities, including Proven Business Systems, Proven IT Colorado, and Partners, across multiple semi-monthly payroll cycles - Complete system onboarding for new hires and rehires, ensuring accurate setup across all payroll and benefits platforms (Paylocity, Employee Navigator, Principal) - Ensure I-9 compliance and timely submission of E-Verify cases - Classify workers appropriately in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations (exempt vs. non-exempt; salaried vs. hourly) - Manage payment of salaries, bonuses, commissions, and other supplemental wages - Ensure timely and accurate withholding and remittance of applicable taxes,...