Director Payroll & Benefits

Job Description

Overview Founded in 1988 and headquartered in Atlanta, Trimont ( trimont ) is a specialized global commercial real estate loan services provider and partner for lenders seeking the infrastructure and capabilities needed to make informed, effective decisions related to the deployment, management and administration of commercial real estate secured credit, We do this with a team of 1000+ extraordinary Team Members who serve a global client base from offices in Atlanta, Dallas, Kansas City, Charlotte, London, New York, Sydney, Bengaluru, and Hyderabad We empower our skilled global teams by equipping them with the necessary knowledge and advanced technology, as well as fostering a culture driven by values This approach helps our teams excel and build meaningful client relationships, while providing the highest quality service and feeling proud of the work they do, Trimont is an innovative firm where visionary professionals come to learn, grow, and thrive with colleagues driven by curiosity and collaboration, Learn: We believe ongoing learning is critical and are focused on providing a work environment where all team members can take ownership of their careers, Grow: We work alongside the largest institutional lenders in the world, overseeing the most significant projects in the industry This unique opportunity allows us to broaden our skillset and develop our abilities by tackling some of the industry's most challenging and exciting endeavors, Thrive: Our firm is a place where ethics and excellence meet to create an experience that matches our capabilities There are no limits to what we as team members and as an organization, can achieve together, Job Summary The Director, Payroll & Benefits will be responsible for overseeing and managing all aspects of payroll and benefits administration across our organization The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge of Indian labor laws, a proven track record in payroll management, and a strong ability to lead and develop a team, Responsibilities Oversee the organization's payroll system, ensuring the accurate and timely processing of payroll for all employees, Collaborate with outsourced payroll platforms and service providers to maintain seamless operations, Independently resolve escalated payroll issues and recommend optimal solutions for complex problems, Oversee the full payroll process, ensuring accurate and timely disbursements to all employees and accurate processing in compliance with government regulations, Manage payroll audits, generate reports, and provide insights for leadership, Independently resolve escalated payroll issues and recommend optimal solutions for issues with high complexity, Conduct payroll audits, generate insightful reports, and provide key insights to leadership for informed decision-making, Lead the management and administration of employee benefits programs, including health insurance, retirement plans, and wellness initiatives, Collaborate with Benefits vendor to update benefits and wellness programs to align with industry standards and employee needs, Develop and implement payroll and HR compliance training programs to ensure adherence to laws and regulations, Monitor changes in payroll and HR compliance laws to keep the organizations policies and procedures current, Provide technical support to end-users, troubleshooting issues, and identifying opportunities for system enhancements or optimization Collaborate with the Learning & Development department to create and facilitate end-user training on system functionality and best practices Participate in cross-functional projects and initiative related to payroll, benefits, and compliance Minimum Requirements Education: Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience Preferred: MSW or masters degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related fields Relevant certifications will be a plus, Leadership Skills: Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with all stakeholders Ability to meet project deadlines, Experience in leading a team, fostering a collaborative environment, and driving team success, 10+ years of relevant experience to include a minimum of 6 years payroll administration and benefits management Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot issues and identify opportunities for process improvement Strong organizational and prioritizing skills with the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment Collaborative mindset for working with cross-functional teams and leading projects, Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, and Payroll processing platforms (i-e ADP Workforce Now; UKG; PeopleSoft; Workday; etc) required,