Payroll and Benefit Manager

Job description

Job Summary: mPulse is seeking a Payroll & Benefits Manager to lead the administration and execution of payroll and benefits programs across the organization. This role is responsible for ensuring accurate and compliant multi-state payroll processing, managing employee benefits programs, and maintaining adherence to all federal, state, and local regulations. The ideal candidate will bring strong expertise in payroll operations, benefits administration, and HRIS systems, and will partner closely with Finance, People Ops, and external vendors to deliver a seamless employee experience. Duties/Responsibilities: Skills/Abilities/Experience: - Manage end-to-end multi-state payroll processing, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance - Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll tax regulations and wage and hour laws - Administer employee benefits programs, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and leave programs - Serve as the primary point of contact for payroll and benefits inquiries and issue resolution - Partner with Finance on payroll reconciliations, audits, and reporting - Maintain and optimize payroll and benefits processes within UKG and Dayforce systems -...