Unity Search
Recruiting Manager @ UNITY Search, Human Resources and Accounting Operations
Unity Search is partnering with a leading investment management client in Dallas, TX to find a highly strategic
Total Rewards Manager . The Total Rewards Manager is responsible for designing, implementing, and managing the organization’s total rewards programs, including compensation, benefits, and payroll operations. This role ensures competitive, compliant, and cost-effective programs that align with business objectives and enhance employee engagement. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in payroll administration, benefits strategy, and HRIS systems (preferably Workday), with the ability to partner across HR, Finance, and leadership teams to drive process improvements and operational excellence.
Key Responsibilities Compensation & Rewards
Oversee the design, implementation, and administration of compensation programs (base pay, incentive plans, bonuses).
Conduct market analysis to ensure competitive pay structures aligned with business strategy.
Support annual compensation reviews and pay equity analysis.
Benefits Administration
Manage health, welfare, and retirement benefit plans (medical, dental, vision, 401(k), wellness programs).
Evaluate benefits programs for cost-effectiveness and competitiveness.
Act as liaison with brokers, carriers, and vendors to negotiate plans and resolve escalated employee issues.
Ensure compliance with ERISA, ACA, COBRA, HIPAA, and other applicable regulations.
Payroll Management
Oversee accurate and timely processing of payroll in partnership with internal payroll team and third-party vendors.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll laws and regulations.
Audit payroll processes for accuracy and recommend improvements.
Support year-end activities, including W-2 preparation and tax filings.
HRIS & Workday
Serve as HRIS subject matter expert, ensuring data integrity, reporting accuracy, and system optimization.
Partner with IT and HR teams on system upgrades, integrations, and enhancements.
Create and maintain dashboards, metrics, and analytics for total rewards programs.
Compliance & Reporting
Prepare required reports for internal stakeholders and government agencies.
Maintain accurate documentation for audits and regulatory reviews.
Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or related field (Master’s or HR certification preferred: CCP, CBP, SHRM-CP, PHR).
Experience
7+ years in HR with a focus on total rewards, benefits, and payroll.
Hands-on experience with Workday or similar HRIS systems.
Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local payroll and benefits regulations.
Skills
Advanced Excel and data analytics skills.
Excellent vendor management and negotiation skills.
Strong project management and process improvement capabilities.
Exceptional communication and stakeholder management.
Strategic thinker with attention to detail.
Ability to balance compliance, cost control, and employee experience.
Proven track record in managing complex total rewards programs in a fast-paced environment.
Why Join?
Competitive pay + bonus
Hybrid flexibility
Unlimited PTO
401(k) matching
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Total Rewards Manager . The Total Rewards Manager is responsible for designing, implementing, and managing the organization’s total rewards programs, including compensation, benefits, and payroll operations. This role ensures competitive, compliant, and cost-effective programs that align with business objectives and enhance employee engagement. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in payroll administration, benefits strategy, and HRIS systems (preferably Workday), with the ability to partner across HR, Finance, and leadership teams to drive process improvements and operational excellence.
Key Responsibilities Compensation & Rewards
Oversee the design, implementation, and administration of compensation programs (base pay, incentive plans, bonuses).
Conduct market analysis to ensure competitive pay structures aligned with business strategy.
Support annual compensation reviews and pay equity analysis.
Benefits Administration
Manage health, welfare, and retirement benefit plans (medical, dental, vision, 401(k), wellness programs).
Evaluate benefits programs for cost-effectiveness and competitiveness.
Act as liaison with brokers, carriers, and vendors to negotiate plans and resolve escalated employee issues.
Ensure compliance with ERISA, ACA, COBRA, HIPAA, and other applicable regulations.
Payroll Management
Oversee accurate and timely processing of payroll in partnership with internal payroll team and third-party vendors.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll laws and regulations.
Audit payroll processes for accuracy and recommend improvements.
Support year-end activities, including W-2 preparation and tax filings.
HRIS & Workday
Serve as HRIS subject matter expert, ensuring data integrity, reporting accuracy, and system optimization.
Partner with IT and HR teams on system upgrades, integrations, and enhancements.
Create and maintain dashboards, metrics, and analytics for total rewards programs.
Compliance & Reporting
Prepare required reports for internal stakeholders and government agencies.
Maintain accurate documentation for audits and regulatory reviews.
Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or related field (Master’s or HR certification preferred: CCP, CBP, SHRM-CP, PHR).
Experience
7+ years in HR with a focus on total rewards, benefits, and payroll.
Hands-on experience with Workday or similar HRIS systems.
Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local payroll and benefits regulations.
Skills
Advanced Excel and data analytics skills.
Excellent vendor management and negotiation skills.
Strong project management and process improvement capabilities.
Exceptional communication and stakeholder management.
Strategic thinker with attention to detail.
Ability to balance compliance, cost control, and employee experience.
Proven track record in managing complex total rewards programs in a fast-paced environment.
Why Join?
Competitive pay + bonus
Hybrid flexibility
Unlimited PTO
401(k) matching
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