Senior Manager, Benefits

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Human Resources and Training Development
Requisition Number

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SENIO001029
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Posted : April 9, 2024
Full-Time
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Description

**UPDATE 4/9: We are seeking primarily a Benefits Manager for this role, Compensation experience is also nice to have, Payroll is not required as described below**
*This is a hybrid role onsite in Raleigh 3 days a week and remote 2 days a week*
Who We Are: Harvesting Hope with a Growing Family
At Merz Therapeutics, we take a nurturing approach to our organization – treating colleagues like family, embracing our whole selves and creating a company culture that encourages growth and decisive action. We are committed to caring for whole communities by focusing on individuals suffering from movement disorders and neurological conditions and the healthcare providers dedicated to helping them, while simultaneously bolstering our team members in a united effort to make a difference.
As a private, family-owned company, we have the liberty and support to make decisions for ourselves, our customers and the patients we serve. We pride ourselves on building an inclusive culture where there is room to celebrate individual growth with the ability to contribute to a common good as a collaborative team. Our mission is grounded in a long-term view of making a difference for the common good, while growing together as a family.
If you‘re looking to immerse yourself in a passionate team rooted in community, connection and camaraderie, then we’re looking for YOU! #IAmMerz
We are seeking a Senior Manager of Payroll and Benefits responsible for the day-to-day administration and management of multi-state payroll and employee benefit and wellness plans (including fleet) for the US and Canada.
This position administers various employee benefit programs such as medical, dental, and vision insurance, COBRA, group life insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance, Workers’ Compensation, flexible spending accounts, telehealth, and fleet benefits. This role also manages all employee leaves of absence and acts as the main point of contact for employee payroll and benefit questions.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Benefits Administration
· Administer employee benefit and wellness programs and coordinate enrollment; conduct periodic audits of benefit invoices and change benefit coverage as needed.
· Counsel employees on leave of absence process and benefits available as well as calculate benefit determinations; follow up as needed
· Install approved new plans or changes to existing plans in HRIS. Add appropriate communication language and instructions to text areas in HRIS. Test the open enrollment event in HRIS to be sure that it works properly and that all messaging in the HRIS is accurate
· Use HRIS system to launch and maintain enrollment plans; prepare materials, assist in preparations, counsel and follow-up with employees concerning enrollment
· Prepare and execute documentation and policies and instruct various external agencies to effect changes in programs; ensure prompt and accurate compliance
· Assure company compliance with provisions of Employee Retirement Income Security Act and the Affordable Care Act. Supervise preparation of reports and applications required by law to be filed with federal and state agencies, such as Internal Revenue Service, Department of Labor, insurance commissioners, and other regulatory agencies. Review and analyze changes to state and federal laws pertaining to benefits and report necessary or suggested changes to management. Coordinate company benefits with government-sponsored programs.
· Provide best-in-class customer service; Handle all inquiries and complaints efficiently and courteously
· Organize annual wellness fairs in Raleigh and select vendors and themes said fairs; conduct post-event surveys to collect feedback for improvement
· Deliver benefits overview presentation to new hires (US new hires as needed) and conduct reviews of material periodically
Payroll Operations and Processing
· Perform daily payroll department operations and ensure payroll transactions are processed correctly; reconcile and validate payroll and confirmed reports
· Supports developing ad hoc financial and operational reporting as needed; maintain financial historical records by filing accounting documents.
Fleet Management
· Update and maintain current, accurate vehicle and driver records in the fleet vendor system and develop enhanced fleet programs; monitor compliance with policies and programs
· Assist in establishing fleet selector vehicles and order and/or terminate leases as necessary
· Monitor fuel cards, mileage reporting, and potential driver safety program, oversee vehicle maintenance issues, and ensure insurance coverage of fleet vehicles
· Stay up to date on laws and current industry trends.
Education
-Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources or related field
Required
-PHR or SPHR Certification preferred
Preferred
Job Related Qualifications/Skills:
Professional experience
-3-5 years of progressive HR experience
Required
-3+ years of specific U.S. benefit experience
Required
-SAP experience preferred
Preferred
-3+ years of experience processing multi-state payroll
Required
-3+ years of experience processing Canadian payroll
Preferred
-3+ years of Canadian benefit experience
Preferred
Knowledge, skills and abilities
-Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to organize plan and execute employee benefit and wellness programs
Required
-Demonstrate the highest degree of discretion and confidentiality
Required
-Ability to partner with and manage internal teams and external vendors
Required
-Strong knowledge of federal and state regulations
Required
-Working knowledge of payroll best practices
Required
-Ability to deal sensitively with confidential material
Required
-Knowledge of Windows environment and Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint)
Required
Knowledge of methods
-Knowledge of UKG (UltiPro) HRIS preferred
Preferred
Personal skills
-Strong verbal and written communication skills and interpersonal skills; Excellent attention to detail
Required
-Excellent organizational and project management skills
Required
-Decision making, problem-solving, and analytical skills
Required
Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Merz Therapeutics we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
Recruitment Note:
Merz Therapeutics only sends emails from verified “merz.com” addresses and never asks for sensitive, personal information or money. If you have any doubts about the authenticity of any type of communication from, or on behalf of Merz Therapeutics, please contact [email protected]
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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