Payroll and Benefits Manager

Drake Cement, LLC is seeking a Payroll and Benefits Manager to join our team. This role will oversee and manage the total compensation and rewards strategy to maintain and attract top talent in alignment with our business goals. The Payroll and Benefits Manager will ensure a fair, respectful, and constructive relationship between the organization and its employees.

Responsibilities:

• Supervise the payroll team in processing bi-weekly or monthly payroll for both union and non-union employees.
• Ensure payroll compliance with collective bargaining agreement (CBA) terms, including union wages, benefits, and other negotiated items.
• Manage the payroll system, implementing necessary updates to ensure compliance with regulatory changes.
• Work closely with union representatives to address payroll and benefits-related questions or issues.
• Maintain employee payroll records, ensuring all deductions (taxes, garnishments, benefits) are correct and compliant with company policies, union agreements, and applicable state/federal laws.
• Review and approve timekeeping records, addressing payroll discrepancies as needed.
• Assist with reporting for union audits and prepare necessary documentation when required.
• Coordinate open enrollment processes, communicating benefit options and enrollment procedures to employees.
• Support the administration of union dues and other union-specific deductions.
• Ensure accurate and timely payment of wages, including overtime, bonuses, and commissions.
• Provide employees with clear information regarding their compensation and benefits.
• Supervise, mentor, and train payroll and benefits team members.
• Serve as the point of contact for employee questions regarding benefits and provide resolution for any issues or concerns.
• Ensure compliance with government reporting requirements such as ACA, 401(k) filings, and wage reporting.
• Prepare and submit reports related to payroll, tax filings, benefits, and employee deductions in a timely and accurate manner.
• Collaborate with HR to ensure smooth onboarding and offboarding processes, handling payroll and benefits efficiently.
• Continuously review and improve payroll and benefits processes, ensuring efficiency, accuracy, and cost-effectiveness.
• Manage and troubleshoot payroll software or systems, resolving issues in a timely manner.
• Develop and implement standard operating procedures for payroll and benefits processing.
• Provide guidance and support to team members, ensuring work is completed accurately and within deadlines.
• Oversee and administer employee benefits programs, including health insurance, retirement plans, life insurance, disability, and other benefits.
• Maintain up-to-date records of employee benefits elections and ensure accurate processing of benefits changes due to life events (e.g., births, marriages, retirements).
• Work with HRIS (Human Resource Information System) or payroll software vendors to ensure smooth integration and proper data flows.
• Stay up to date on federal, state, and local employment laws affecting payroll and benefits, including tax laws, wage laws, and healthcare reform.
• Manage year-end payroll processing, including preparation and distribution of W-2 forms.
• Address and resolve payroll and benefits-related inquiries in a professional and timely manner.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Human Resources, or a related field (preferred).
• Language: Bi-lingual in English and Spanish.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook) and payroll-related software.
• Industry Knowledge: Experience in managing payroll for both union and non-union employees, preferably within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Legal Knowledge: Strong understanding of California Labor Law, federal and state payroll laws (particularly for Arizona and California), and union agreements.
• Experience: Minimum 5 years of experience in payroll and benefits administration, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role.
• Industry Experience: Manufacturing, Mining, Materials, Cement, Construction, or similar industry experience preferred.

Benefits:

• Compensation: Competitive wages, dependent on experience.
• Health Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Retirement: 401(k) with company match.
• Paid Time Off: Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays.
• Growth Opportunities: Room for career development and advancement.
• Health Savings Account (HSA): Available to eligible employees.
• Work Environment: Positive and collaborative work environment.