New Leaf will be accepting applications for the Payroll/Benefits Manager position from 07/07/2025 - 07/14/2025
Company Description
New Leaf is a not-for-profit organization under the AbilityOne umbrella. We employ adults with disabilities and promote our mission with competitive contracts and quality-controlled services. New Leaf does not rely solely on public resources or grants for funding our programs.
Our vision is to help our employees achieve greater independence and advocate for themselves so that our community can be better prepared to welcome people with disabilities, and so that people exiting public assistance are seen as assets to the workforce.
Job Description
The Payroll/Benefits Manager is responsible for the overall supervision, coordination and evaluation of the Payroll & Benefits department. They will oversee the day-to-day operations to ensure accurate processing and recording of payroll. They will ensure pay is processed on time, accurately, and in compliance with company, government, state and local regulations. They collect employee data, process and post payroll, and keep record of employee time off, benefits and deductions. This position requires protecting payroll operations by keeping employee and company information confidential.
Pay & Benefits
$30/Hour Current Department of Labor Wage Determination Rate
Health & Welfare benefit ($5.36/Hour) pays for health insurance after 60 days of employment.
Optional dental & vision.
11 Paid holidays
Paid sick leave – accrues at 4 hours per pay period.
3 weeks paid vacation after one year of employment, with additional time awarded based on length of employment.
401(k) matching after one year of employment, up to 4%
Paid Life insurance: $50,000 after 90 days of employment
Longevity stipend with Board of Directors approval
Schedule
Requirements
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Excellent time management skills with ability to meet deadlines.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate when appropriate.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, customers and other agencies.
Ability to be punctual, dependable, ethical, self-motivated and able to multi-task.
Ability to understand, and respond to, SourceAmerica financial reporting requirements.
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and related software.
Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn the organizations PayNorthwest system.
Must be proficient with accounting procedures and accounting and payroll software programs.
Must have a thorough understanding of and respond to local, State and/or federal financial reporting requirements.
Must be able to pass a background check.
Must have valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
Education and Experience
High School diploma or equivalent required.
Minimum five years’ experience in finance, payroll, benefits, accounting or other related field at a senior level required.
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field highly preferred.
Main Responsibilities
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Updates payroll records by reviewing and approving changes in PayNorthwest payroll system
Collects, reviews and issues reimbursement requests for employee authorized work-related expenses.
Provides and collects documentation pertaining to payroll and benefits.
Oversees payroll, the processing, submitting and documenting of each payroll with accuracy and in a timely manner.
Updates employee records, new hires, terminations, status changes, wage information and department transfers.
Tracks and processes request forms and employee attendance.
Manages insurance plans and 401k contributions.
Processes garnishments, employee deductions, employment verifications, draws and direct deposits.
Submits and runs various report as well as recurring reports.
Updating and adjusting for any changes in policies and procedures.
Carry out administrative duties such as filing, typing, copying, scanning, data entry, generating reports and maintaining file systems.
Main Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
This position requires the ability to bend or stoop as necessary, occasionally lift files, office products and supplies, up to 20 pounds.
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
- Reasonable accommodation will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
New Leaf, Inc. is a nonprofit organization that gives hiring preference to people with significant disabilities and qualified protected veterans by offering great pay and excellent benefits packages. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and value workforce diversity.
