401K and Payroll Compliance Manager

Accountants One has been retained by a prominent and well-established construction firm in Atlanta to identify a 401(k) and Payroll Compliance Manager to join their team as an individual contributor.

The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in 401(k) and payroll compliance, a Bachelor's degree in accounting, and GL/month-end close experience.

This position is based in the office in the Vinings area. The company offers a competitive salary, discretionary bonus, comprehensive benefits, an upscale office environment, and a collaborative team atmosphere. The majority of employees have enjoyed long tenures with the company, reflecting a stable and supportive work culture.

Key Responsibilities:

• Administer and oversee daily 401(K) operations and ensure compliance with ERISA, IRS, and DOL regulations
• Coordinate timely contributions and manage audits and Form 5500 filings with third-party vendors
• Process payroll accurately across multiple states using ADP Workforce Now or equivalent
• Ensure payroll compliance with federal/state laws, wage/hour rules, and tax reporting
• Partner with HR to validate employee data and assist with onboarding/enrollment for payroll and 401(K)
• Support audits and resolve compliance issues and agency notices promptly
• Monitor legislative updates and adjust internal practices as needed
• Perform payroll bank reconciliations and improve compliance processes
• Configure and maintain pay codes, earnings, and deductions within ADP
• Reconcile and validate ADP payroll registers, tax filings, and general ledger integrations
• Utilize ADP reporting tools to generate custom payroll, tax, and benefit reports

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• 5+ years of experience in 401(K) administration and payroll compliance
• Extensive experience with ADP Workforce Now, including system configuration, reporting, and compliance tracking
• Strong knowledge of ERISA, IRS, DOL regulations, and payroll tax compliance
• Intermediate to advanced Excel skills (VLOOKUP, pivot tables)
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and privacy of employee information
• Ability to research, understand, and apply federal, state, and local regulations