Payroll and Benefits Manager

QE Solar

Payroll and Benefits Manager overseeing payroll, benefits, compliance, and total rewards. Supporting employees and project teams at a national solar and BESS O&M provider.

Posted 8/5/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $105,000 - $130,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in payroll processing, benefits administration, and compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. Proficient in managing payroll systems and improving HR processes to enhance organizational efficiency.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Payroll ProcessingBenefits AdministrationMulti-State Payroll ExperienceFederal, State, and Local Payroll LawsSHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, CPP, or CEBS Certification

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Hard Skills

Payroll ProcessingTime Management SystemsPayroll ReconciliationHRIS ExperienceCompensation BenchmarkingPayroll ControlsAudit ProceduresEmployee Benefit AdministrationOpen Enrollment CoordinationGarnishments Processing

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsDiscretion in Managing Confidential Information

Tools & Technologies

Rippling PayrollRippling HR ServicesFidelity 401(k) Plan

Certifications & Qualifications

SHRM-CPSHRM-SCPPHRCPPCEBS

Industry Keywords

Payroll CompliancePrevailing WageDavis-Bacon RegulationsFringe Benefit RequirementsEmployee Benefit Programs

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About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage payroll processing for all employees using Rippling Payroll
Ensure accurate timekeeping from multiple time management systems
Process new hires, terminations, promotions, pay changes, garnishments, and payroll adjustments
Maintain payroll records in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations
Coordinate payroll tax filings, W-2 processing, and year-end payroll activities
Partner with Finance on payroll reconciliation and reporting
Manage state payroll tax accounts with Rippling HR Services
Administer all employee benefit programs
Manage enrollments, qualifying life events, and employee benefit changes
Coordinate annual Open Enrollment with external benefits brokers
Reconcile carrier invoices
Serve as the primary contact for employee benefit questions and vendor escalations
Serve as primary administrator for the company’s Fidelity 401(k) plan
Ensure ongoing compliance and accurate plan administration
Partner with HR and Labor Compliance teams to administer prevailing wage and fringe benefit requirements
Ensure compliance with IRA and Davis-Bacon regulations
Verify labor classifications and wage determinations with project teams
Evaluate benefit utilization and renewal opportunities
Recommend plan improvements and cost-saving initiatives
Assist with compensation benchmarking and salary structure development
Support total rewards initiatives that improve attraction and retention
Monitor legislative updates affecting payroll and benefits
Develop internal payroll controls and audit procedures

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree
8+ years of progressive payroll, benefits, and compensation experience
2+ years in a lead or management capacity
Multi-state payroll experience
Deep understanding of federal, state, and local payroll laws
Strong HRIS experience
Experience improving payroll and HR processes
Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills
Ability to manage confidential information with discretion
Experience administering Rippling Payroll preferred
1–3 years of Prevailing Wage (IRA & Davis-Bacon) experience preferred
SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, CPP, or CEBS certification preferred
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred