Human Resources (HR) Manager

We are seeking an experienced, senior-level Payroll and Benefits professional to support business leaders and employees across a broad range of People Operations initiatives in North Reading, Massachusetts. This long-term contract position will play a critical role in managing and optimizing payroll and benefits programs, ensuring compliance with multi-state regulations, and delivering a high-touch, employee-focused experience.

This individual will serve as a trusted partner to internal stakeholders, providing expertise in payroll processing, benefits administration, and leave management, while driving process improvements and supporting ongoing HR operations. The ideal candidate brings a hands-on approach, strong attention to detail, and the ability to operate independently in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead the administration and ongoing optimization of all benefits programs, including paid leave, leave of absence (multi-state), disability, and health programs (medical, dental, vision) across the U.S. and Asia.

Manage the full-cycle open enrollment process, including planning, vendor coordination, employee communications, and system updates.

Oversee 401(k) program administration, including contribution reporting, payroll integration, employee support, and financial wellness initiatives.

Administer FMLA and disability programs, acting as a key liaison between employees, vendors, and state agencies.

Process bi-weekly U.S. payroll and off-cycle payrolls using Insperity, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timeliness.

Review and approve monthly global payroll and expense reporting for Asia-based employees.

Reconcile payroll discrepancies, process adjustments, and conduct regular audits, including alignment with benefits carriers (e.g., medical, vision).Maintain and update employee data in the HRIS, including compensation changes, job updates, and organizational changes.

Support onboarding by ensuring accurate and timely payroll and benefits setup for new hires.

Develop, enhance, and document HR administration standard operating procedures (SOPs).