Payroll & HR Manager

Payroll & Hr Manager

My client, a government contracting organization, is looking to hire an experienced Payroll & HR Manager to support end-to-end payroll operations and core human resources functions. This is a 100% on-site role and best suited for someone who enjoys being hands-on and working closely with employees and leadership.

Key Responsibilities:

• Own full-cycle, biweekly payroll processing, including time collection, benefit deductions and contributions, wage garnishments, payroll audits, and issue resolution in partnership with a third-party payroll provider, while ensuring compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations
• Manage full-cycle recruiting efforts, including job postings, candidate screening, background and reference checks, and offer preparation
• Lead the onboarding process for new hires, ensuring accurate completion of paperwork, coordination of training and orientation, benefits enrollment, and payroll setup
• Administer employee benefit programs, including enrollments, changes, payroll deductions, and coordination with external benefits and retirement plan administrators
• Oversee employee time-off programs and administer leave processes, including FMLA
• Support employee relations matters such as investigations, conflict resolution, performance management, training, and coaching
• Manage workers' compensation processes and support ADA accommodation requests as needed
• Facilitate offboarding and termination processes, including exit interviews, documentation, and coordination of continuation of benefits
• Prepare and analyze payroll and HR reporting for internal stakeholders

Requirements:

• At least 6 years of professional experience supporting payroll and human resources functions in a fast-paced environment
• Solid understanding of payroll operations, including compliance with applicable federal and state regulations
• Experience supporting core HR functions such as benefits administration, employee relations, onboarding and orientation, and performance management processes
• Exposure to unionized environments and collective bargaining agreements
• Familiarity with HRIS and timekeeping systems; experience with UKG/Kronos is a plus
• Strong working knowledge of employment, labor, and civil rights laws and regulations at the federal and state level
• Experience maintaining accurate HR records and personnel files in accordance with established practices and policies
• Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion and professionalism
• Willingness and ability to travel to off-site locations as needed
• Professional HR certifications (SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, SPHR) preferred but not required
• Individual contributor role with no direct supervisory responsibilities