Payroll & Benefits Specialist

Sia Partners is a next-generation management consulting firm. We offer a unique blend of AI and design capabilities, augmenting traditional consulting to deliver superior value to our clients. Counting 3,000 consultants in 19 countries, we expect to achieve $420 million in revenue for the current fiscal year. With a global footprint and expertise in more than 30 sectors and services, we optimize client projects worldwide. Through our Consulting for Good approach, we strive for next-level impact by developing innovative CSR solutions for our clients, making sustainability a lever for profitable transformation.

Location: Charlotte, NC (on-site 3 days per week)

Overview: 
We are seeking a skilled Payroll & Benefits Specialist to join our dynamic team. This role will primarily focus on managing payroll operations, benefits and HRIS system. As our company grows, responsibilities may evolve to meet business needs. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Payroll Management: Oversee semi-monthly payroll operations, ensuring accurate multi-state payroll processing for 500-1000+ employees and contractors, including salaries, benefits, garnishments, taxes, and other deductions. 
• Employee Communication: Address and resolve employee inquiries related to payroll, taxation, benefits deductions, 401K, and related concerns. 
• Project Leadership: Lead payroll-related projects, focusing on scalable process development to support company growth. 
• Audit and Compliance: Audit payroll reports and collaborate with accounting and HR teams to ensure accurate financial recording and assist with month, quarter, and year-end reconciliations. 
• Tax Compliance: Support annual payroll tax reconciliation and compliance, including filing returns and issuing W-2s. 
• Legal Compliance: Ensure adherence to federal, state, and local payroll, wage, and hour laws and best practices. 
• Integration Support: Assist with large integration and consolidation efforts in an M&A environment. 
• Internal Controls: Recommend internal controls and procedures to ensure payroll accuracy. 
• Reporting and Analysis: Perform data analysis, generate reports, and assist the HR team with special projects. 

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in HR, Accounting, Business, or a related field. 
• Experience: 3 years of experience with in-house payroll processing in a multi-state environment. 
• Tax Knowledge: Proficient in payroll taxes at federal, state, and local levels. 
• HRIS Expertise: Strong knowledge of HRIS platforms such as UKG, ADP, Workday, Bamboo HR, etc. 
• Certifications: Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) and/or Certified Equity Professional (CEP) preferred. 
• M&A Experience: Experience with integration, mergers & acquisitions, and compliance is preferred. 
• Communication Skills: Excellent oral and written communication abilities. 
• Organizational Skills: Must be organized, quick-thinking, and detail-oriented. 
• Independence: Ability to work independently, multi-task, and prioritize effectively. 
• Growth Mindset: Interest in growing with the company and mentoring new team members. 
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including MS Excel. 
• Bookkeeping Knowledge: Familiarity with bookkeeping is a plus. 

Work Environment: 
This role requires residing within a reasonable commuting distance to one of our Charlotte office. Standard working hours are 9 am - 6 pm, Monday through Friday, with occasional meetings outside regular hours due to global communications. 

Additional Information 

Compensation & Benefits  

• $70,000 Salary and Annual Discretionary Bonus  
• Healthcare coverage that includes medical, dental, vision and life insurance policies 
• Generous time off  
• Parental leave paid at 100% of base pay for all new parents regardless of gender  
• Building Healthy Families Program 
• 9 Company Holidays + 1 Floating Holiday  
• 401(k) Plan – 4% matching on day one 
• College save-up plan & college loan repayment plan 
• Monthly cell phone stipend  
• Commuter Benefits  
• Gym Reimbursement through firm medical plan 
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in HR, Accounting, Business, or a related field. 
• Experience: 3 years of experience with in-house payroll processing in a multi-state environment. 
• Tax Knowledge: Proficient in payroll taxes at federal, state, and local levels. 
• HRIS Expertise: Strong knowledge of HRIS platforms such as UKG, ADP, Workday, Bamboo HR, etc. 
• Certifications: Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) and/or Certified Equity Professional (CEP) preferred. 
• M&A Experience: Experience with integration, mergers & acquisitions, and compliance is preferred. 
• Communication Skills: Excellent oral and written communication abilities. 
• Organizational Skills: Must be organized, quick-thinking, and detail-oriented. 
• Independence: Ability to work independently, multi-task, and prioritize effectively. 
• Growth Mindset: Interest in growing with the company and mentoring new team members. 
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including MS Excel. 
• Bookkeeping Knowledge: Familiarity with bookkeeping is a plus. 

• Work Environment: 
  This role requires residing within a reasonable commuting distance to one of our Charlotte office. Standard working hours are 9 am - 6 pm, Monday through Friday, with occasional meetings outside regular hours due to global communications. 

  Additional Information 

  Compensation & Benefits  

• $80,000+ Salary and Annual Discretionary Bonus  
• Healthcare coverage that includes medical, dental, vision and life insurance policies 
• Generous time off  
• Parental leave paid at 100% of base pay for all new parents regardless of gender  
• Building Healthy Families Program 
• 9 Company Holidays + 1 Floating Holiday  
• 401(k) Plan – 4% matching on day one 
• College save-up plan & college loan repayment plan 
• Monthly cell phone stipend  
• Commuter Benefits  
• Gym Reimbursement through firm medical plan 

At this time, Sia Partners does not intend to pursue employment with applicants who will require now or in the future visa sponsorship by our company for work authorization in the United States (i.e., H1-B visa, F-1 visa (OPT), TN visa, or any other non-immigrant status).

Our Commitment to Diversity

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) are part of Sia Partners’ DNA. Thanks to our expertise in several sectors and our international growth, our teams include a variety of experiences and cultures. We’re confident that promoting DEIB creates an environment in which everyone can reach their full potential.

Our global network, DEIB@Sia Partners, brings together our people worldwide to facilitate local and global progress, focused on the following areas:

• Gender equality (global Gender Equality Index score of 91/100 for FY19-20)
• LGBTQ+
• Race & Ethnicity
• Working Parents
• Disabilities

Sia Partners is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, remuneration, or discipline, are based solely on performance, competence, conduct, or business needs.

To learn more about our mission, values, and business sectors, please visit our website.

Sia Partners is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, remuneration, or discipline, are based solely on performance, competence, conduct, or business needs.