Payroll & Benefits Manager

Simon Wiesenthal Center (SWC) is a global Jewish human rights organization that confronts anti-Semitism and hate, defends the safety of Israel and Jews worldwide, and teaches the lessons of the Holocaust through awareness, advocacy, justice, education, and its Museums of Tolerance. With a constituency of over 400,000 member families since its founding in 1977, the SWC has an international footprint through its Museums of Tolerance, Moriah Films, and the Digital Terrorism Hate Project.  

Headquartered in Los Angeles, it maintains operations in New York, Chicago, Miami, Toronto, Paris, Berlin, Jerusalem, and Buenos Aires. It is an accredited Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) at the United Nations, UNESCO, the Organization of American States, the Latin American Parliament, and the Council of Europe and maintains relationships with the highest levels of governments throughout the world.  

In 1993, the Center opened the Museum of Tolerance in Los Angeles to worldwide acclaim. The Museum has served as the Center’s flagship educational arm, challenging visitors to confront bigotry and racism, and to understand the Holocaust in both historical and contemporary contexts. In addition, the Center developed Moriah Media to produce theatrical documentaries to educate global audiences. Moriah has produced 17 documentaries to date, two of which have received the Academy Award for best feature documentary, The Long Way Home and Genocide. 

About the Role: 

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Payroll & Benefits Manager to oversee the payroll and benefits functions within our organization. This role is responsible for ensuring that payroll is processed accurately and on time, while also ensuring compliance with all relevant federal, state, and local regulations. In addition to payroll, this role will manage the administration of employee benefits, conduct audits, and support open enrollment processes.  This position is 100% onsite at our office in Los Angeles 

This position requires expertise in Paycom payroll software, along with the ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and maintain compliance with applicable laws. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills, exceptional attention to detail, and a proactive approach to problem-solving. 

About You: 

You are an experienced, hands-on Payroll & Benefits Manager who thrives in a fast-paced environment. You have a strong command of payroll processing and benefits administration, and you bring a proactive, solutions-driven attitude to your work. You are comfortable managing complex processes while ensuring compliance and accuracy. You are a team player with excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills, and you possess a keen eye for detail. 

Key Responsibilities: 

Payroll Processing & Compliance: 

• Manage the end-to-end payroll process, ensuring timely, accurate, and compliant payroll transactions (including salaries, benefits, garnishments, taxes, and deductions).
• Maintain and update payroll records for new hires, terminations, and changes to pay rates.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations, including wage and hour laws.
• Process garnishments, benefits contributions, tax filings, and other adjustments.  

Benefits Administration: 

• Oversee employee benefit programs, including enrollments, changes, and annual open enrollment.
• Collaborate with benefits brokers to ensure programs are administered accurately and effectively.
• Review and reconcile employee benefit invoices for accuracy.
• Advise employees on benefits offerings and eligibility, providing clear and concise information. 

Communication & Employee Support: 

• Act as a key resource for employees, providing guidance on payroll-related inquiries and benefits options.
• Ensure clear communication regarding payroll schedules, benefits enrollment periods, and changes to policies. 

Continuous Improvement & Compliance: 

• Stay updated on changes to payroll and benefits regulations, making recommendations for policy adjustments to maintain compliance.
• Proactively address potential issues, inconsistencies, or compliance risks in payroll and benefits administration. 

Experience & Skills: 

Extensive Payroll Knowledge: 

• Deep understanding of payroll functions, tax compliance, and payroll-related internal controls.
  

Benefits Administration: 

• Experience in managing employee benefits programs, including health, dental, vision, life insurance, and retirement plans.
• Solid understanding of benefits laws and regulations.  

Technical Proficiency: 

• Advanced skills in Paycom and Microsoft Excel for payroll data analysis, reporting, and auditing. 

Regulatory Compliance: 

• Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local payroll laws and compliance requirements.
• Proven track record of maintaining payroll and benefits compliance in a dynamic environment.  

Attention to Detail & Multi-Tasking: 

• Highly detail-oriented with the ability to handle multiple priorities efficiently while maintaining accuracy. 

Team Collaboration: 

• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments, providing timely solutions to payroll and benefits inquiries.
• Strong organizational, time-management, and problem-solving skills. 

Our Benefits: 

We value our people and offer a collaborative and engaging culture. As a SWC employee, you will enjoy work/life balance, generous time off and comprehensive benefits and programs.  

The Simon Wiesenthal Center embraces inclusivity and values our diverse community. We are committed to building a team based on qualifications, merit and business need. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. 

Salary : $100,000 - $120,000