Payroll & Benefits Manager

The Chicago Hire Company
Chicago, IL

We are partnering with a client in the hospitality tech industry to find a Payroll and Benefits Manager. This role will provide integral administrative support and manage the Reward and Benefits processes for their offices in the AMER region. This is a great opportunity for an experienced HR professional with an entrepreneurial spirit who is excited to grow alongside the company.


This is a hybrid role with 2 in-office days per week.


Responsibilities:

  • Utilize Paylocity to process recurring payroll and benefits.
  • Provide administrative support for recruiting efforts, employee events, and vendor audits.
  • Perform quarterly reviews to ensure compliance with workers compensation, OSHAA, and labor laws, updating policies when necessary.
  • Oversee employee relations including benchmarking performance, resolving disputes, and internal investigations.
  • Collaborate with company leadership to develop and implement a future focused people plan with clear OKRs.


Requirements:

  • 5+ years of HR experience supporting multiple locations, including end-to-end payroll processes.
  • Bachelor’s degree preferred.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Paylocity, and an HRIS system.
  • A people-first mindset coupled with the ability to communicate with team members of various backgrounds.
  • Proven knowledge of HR, benefits, and benchmarking best practices for multiple states.
  • Capable of working independently with a high level of organization, professionalism, and proactivity.