Payroll & Benefits Manager
CFS, Houston, TX, United States
A rapidly growing, well-capitalized organization in the energy space is seeking a
Payroll & Benefits Manager
to lead and build out its payroll and benefits function. This is a high-impact role responsible for bringing payroll in-house,
leading a UKG implementation , managing benefits administration, and ensuring compliance across a dynamic and scaling workforce.
Salary : $150,000 with bonus & LTIP
Payroll & Benefits Manager – Why This Role
Opportunity to lead a UKG implementation and build payroll in-house
High visibility with leadership and cross-functional teams
Fast-growing organization with strong long-term upside
Competitive compensation + bonus and long-term incentives
Payroll & Benefits Manager – What We’re Looking For
Polished, professional presence with strong communication skills
Proactive, hands-on mindset with the ability to “roll up sleeves”
Adaptability and comfort in a rapidly evolving environment
Strong attention to detail with a process improvement mindset
Collaborative team player with a sense of ownership
Payroll & Benefits Manager – Key Responsibilities
Own and manage the end-to-end payroll process, including leading the implementation and optimization of UKG (or similar payroll systems)
Lead the transition of payroll operations from a PEO to an in-house model
Process high-volume, multi-state payroll, including nonexempt and field-based employees
Oversee and administer employee benefits programs (health, retirement, etc.), partnering closely with external brokers
Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local payroll and benefits regulations
Maintain and improve payroll and benefits processes, controls, and reporting
Serve as a key liaison between HR, Finance, and Operations
Support audits, reporting, and continuous process improvement initiatives
Payroll & Benefits Manager – Qualifications
7+ years of experience in payroll and benefits administration, with increasing ownership
Proven experience leading or heavily supporting a payroll system implementation (UKG strongly preferred)
Hands-on experience with high-volume payroll environments
Experience working in a fast-paced, high-growth environment
CPP certification or equivalent is a plus
Bachelor’s degree preferred (not required with relevant experience)
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Payroll & Benefits Manager
to lead and build out its payroll and benefits function. This is a high-impact role responsible for bringing payroll in-house,
leading a UKG implementation , managing benefits administration, and ensuring compliance across a dynamic and scaling workforce.
Salary : $150,000 with bonus & LTIP
Payroll & Benefits Manager – Why This Role
Opportunity to lead a UKG implementation and build payroll in-house
High visibility with leadership and cross-functional teams
Fast-growing organization with strong long-term upside
Competitive compensation + bonus and long-term incentives
Payroll & Benefits Manager – What We’re Looking For
Polished, professional presence with strong communication skills
Proactive, hands-on mindset with the ability to “roll up sleeves”
Adaptability and comfort in a rapidly evolving environment
Strong attention to detail with a process improvement mindset
Collaborative team player with a sense of ownership
Payroll & Benefits Manager – Key Responsibilities
Own and manage the end-to-end payroll process, including leading the implementation and optimization of UKG (or similar payroll systems)
Lead the transition of payroll operations from a PEO to an in-house model
Process high-volume, multi-state payroll, including nonexempt and field-based employees
Oversee and administer employee benefits programs (health, retirement, etc.), partnering closely with external brokers
Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local payroll and benefits regulations
Maintain and improve payroll and benefits processes, controls, and reporting
Serve as a key liaison between HR, Finance, and Operations
Support audits, reporting, and continuous process improvement initiatives
Payroll & Benefits Manager – Qualifications
7+ years of experience in payroll and benefits administration, with increasing ownership
Proven experience leading or heavily supporting a payroll system implementation (UKG strongly preferred)
Hands-on experience with high-volume payroll environments
Experience working in a fast-paced, high-growth environment
CPP certification or equivalent is a plus
Bachelor’s degree preferred (not required with relevant experience)
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