Payroll and Benefits Manager
Compass Business Solutions • Washington, District of Columbia • Full Time
Posted on Thu, May 28, 2026
We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Payroll and Benefits Manager to oversee the day-to-day administration of payroll, employee benefits, onboarding, and offboarding processes for an exclusive, private members-only club serving ultra-high-net-worth clientele.
Position Overview
The Payroll and Benefits Manager serves as a key point of contact for employees regarding payroll and benefits-related matters while ensuring accuracy, compliance, confidentiality, and an exceptional employee experience. This role will also support HR operations and provide administrative support to accounting and finance functions in a fast-paced, professional environment. The ideal candidate is proactive, service-oriented, and able to manage sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.
Please Note: We are actively accepting applications for this position; however, the anticipated start date for this role is August 2026. We encourage interested candidates to apply early for consideration as the search progresses.
Principal (Essential) Duties
- Process payroll accurately and timely, including employee wage changes, bonuses, deductions, reimbursements, and payroll reporting.
- Maintain payroll records and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations and company policies.
- Administer employee benefits programs, including health insurance, dental, vision, retirement plans, and related enrollments or changes.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for employee payroll and benefits questions while providing excellent internal support.
- Coordinate onboarding and offboarding processes, including employment documentation, system updates, benefits administration, and orientation support.
- Support recruiting and hiring efforts by assisting with interview coordination, candidate communications, and new hire processes.
- Maintain accurate employee records and HRIS data related to payroll, benefits, onboarding, and compliance requirements.
- Coordinate with external vendors and providers, including payroll processors, insurance brokers, retirement plan administrators, and background screening partners.
- Assist with compliance reporting, audits, and preparation of payroll, tax, and benefits-related documentation as needed.
- Provide administrative and accounting support, including invoice review, discrepancy resolution, and maintaining organized payroll and AP records.
- Bachelors degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in payroll administration, benefits administration, human resources, or a related administrative role.
- Experience processing payroll and supporting employee benefits programs required.
- Experience with onboarding and offboarding processes, employee records management, and HRIS/payroll systems required.
- Basic accounting or bookkeeping knowledge and experience supporting finance or accounting functions preferred.
- Experience in high-end hospitality, luxury retail, ultra-high net worth family office, or private club environment highly preferred.
- Strong organizational, communication, and multitasking skills with the ability to maintain confidentiality and accuracy in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience in QuickBooks, Toast, and Ramp preferred.
The base salary pay range for this role is $90,000-$110,000, depending on relevant experience and qualifications.