Job Description
Company Description
As the preferred partner for window and door automation, Somfy is committed to inspiring new and better ways of living for all. Better ways of producing, consuming, and housing that we must imagine together around the world in order to inhabit our planet in a more virtuous and permanent way. Acting for better ways of living means fostering the alliance of a sustainable economic model with environmental protection and self-fulfillment for everyone.
As a French, family-owned, and independent group, in continuous growth since our creation, we have been world leaders for 50 years and pioneers in home automation. innovation continuously guides our work and guarantees the excellence of our solutions.
We are present in 59 countries, with eight production sites and 17 R&D centers. We are pursuing an ambitious industrial strategy based on “Smart Living” and the value we bring to our customers.
We are committed to reducing our environmental footprint every day. Today, more than 60% of our products are eco-designed, and all will be by 2030. At the same time, we have implemented a responsible purchasing policy that prioritizes local suppliers.
We are deeply committed to the well-being of our 6,880 employees, we promote their sustainable employability by promoting internal mobility and developing their skills. We foster diversity and inclusion by building on our strong corporate culture.
Job Description
The Payroll & Benefits Manager is responsible for the accurate, compliant, and timely administration of payroll and employee benefits for approximately 100 employees across the United States and Canada. This role serves as the subject matter expert for payroll processing, benefits administration, and related compliance, while partnering closely with HR, Finance, and external vendors to ensure an excellent employee experience.
Payroll Management
- Manage end-to-end payroll processing for U.S. and Canadian employees, including salaried and hourly staff
- Ensure payroll accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with federal, state/provincial, and local regulations
- Administer payroll taxes, filings, and remittances (e.g., IRS, CRA, state/provincial agencies)
- Reconcile payroll reports, general ledger entries, and benefit deductions
- Manage year-end processes including W-2s, T4s, and related reporting
- Serve as primary contact for payroll vendors and auditors
Benefits Administration
- Administer employee benefits programs including health, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, retirement plans, and wellness programs
- Manage benefits enrollments, changes, and terminations for U.S. and Canadian employees
- Ensure compliance with benefits-related regulations (e.g., ACA, COBRA, ERISA, HIPAA in the U.S.; provincial regulations in Canada)
- Act as a liaison with benefits brokers and vendors; support renewals and plan evaluations
- Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll and benefits with professionalism and confidentiality
Compliance & Reporting
- Maintain compliance with employment laws and payroll/benefits regulations in both countries
- Monitor changes in payroll and benefits legislation and recommend process or policy updates
- Prepare and maintain payroll and benefits documentation, policies, and procedures
- Support internal and external audits related to payroll and benefits
Systems & Process Improvement
- Maintain and optimize payroll and HRIS systems
- Identify opportunities to streamline payroll and benefits processes and improve efficiency
- Develop and maintain standard operating procedures and internal controls
Collaboration & Support
- Partner with HR and Finance teams to ensure alignment of payroll, benefits, and employee data
- Support onboarding and offboarding processes related to payroll and benefits
- Provide reporting and analysis related to payroll costs, benefits utilization, and compliance
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, or a related field preferred.
- Minimum of 5–7 years of progressive experience managing payroll and benefits, including U.S. and Canadian payroll experience
- Prior experience managing or supervising payroll staff preferred.
- Strong knowledge of federal and state wage and hour laws, payroll tax regulations, and compliance requirements.
- Experience with ADP Workforce Now, SAP, Workday, or similar payroll systems.
- Advanced Excel skills and familiarity with HRIS integrations.
- Exceptional attention to detail, accuracy, and confidentiality.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Additional Information
Typical hours of 8:00 am - 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday. Hybrid work available after initial training period.
Salary Range: $85,000-90,000
We offer a full corporate benefits package, including a variety of options for our health plan. dental, vision,401k with a matching program, generous PTO and sick time, an employee fitness program and more
Protecting the personal data of our candidates is a commitment at Somfy. Therefore, we ask all candidates to submit their applications exclusively through our website, and not by email or postal mail.
The protection of our candidates’ personal data is a commitment of Somfy Group. We therefore ask any candidate to submit their application to us exclusively via our secure system, and not by email or postal.
