🌐 People Ops Manager – Benefits, Payroll, and Compliance 💻

DECKED (Fully Remote – US Only)


🧾 About the Role
DECKED is seeking a People Ops Manager to lead payroll, benefits administration, compliance, and HRIS optimization across a growing, multi-state organization. If you’re detail-obsessed, compliance-driven, and passionate about streamlining People Ops processes—this is your opportunity to make a direct impact on a bold, American-made brand that’s helping workers and adventurers alike stay organized, mobile, and energized.


Position Highlights
• Competitive salary (based on experience and skills)
• Full-time, fully remote (U.S. only)
• Leadership role with direct influence across Payroll, HRIS, Benefits & Compliance
• Culture-first company with grit, innovation, and a no B.S. attitude
• Access to great benefits and a flexible, collaborative work environment


📋 What You’ll Own
Payroll Management
• Oversee multi-state, end-to-end payroll processing
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local tax regulations
• Handle payroll discrepancies and employee questions
• Stay up to date with wage and tax law changes

Benefits Administration
• Administer health, dental, vision, life, and other benefits
• Manage enrollment, changes, and vendor communication
• Ensure ACA compliance and educate employees on plan options

Compliance & Reporting
• Prepare payroll tax filings, wage reports, and regulatory submissions
• Maintain compliance with FLSA, ACA, and state-specific labor laws
• Generate internal and external People Ops reports

HRIS Optimization & Process Improvement
• Lead enhancements to the HRIS (Paylocity experience a plus)
• Automate and streamline workflows for payroll, benefits, and reporting
• Develop scalable processes aligned with growth

Excel & Data Analysis
• Use advanced Excel skills (formulas, pivot tables, automation)
• Build and maintain dashboards and reports to support strategic decisions

Collaboration & Leadership
• Partner with People and Finance teams for smooth cross-functional execution
• Develop policies and mentor payroll/benefits team members
• Serve as a subject-matter expert across People Ops functions


🎯 Must-Have Traits
• 5+ years in payroll management, including multi-state jurisdiction compliance
• Strong experience with benefits administration and HR legal regulations
• Skilled in HRIS optimization; Paylocity experience is a bonus
• Advanced Excel capabilities (pivot tables, automation, data analysis)
• Bachelor’s degree preferred; certifications like CPP, SHRM-CP, or PHR are a plus
• Ability to lead with clarity, communicate effectively, and adapt quickly
• Comfort working independently in a fully remote environment


💻 Remote Requirements
• Must reside in the U.S.
• Reliable internet connection and dedicated home office space
• Ability to work across time zones with distributed teams


💡 Why It’s a Win for Remote Job Seekers
• 100% remote with flexible structure and fast-moving culture
• High-impact leadership role in a purpose-driven, product-focused company
• Shape People Ops from the ground up with autonomy and innovation
• Work with a team that values grit, no B.S. execution, and creative problem-solving


✍️ Call to Action
If you’re ready to roll up your sleeves and build for tomorrow—leading People Ops with precision, empathy, and badass energy—DECKED wants you on their team. Apply now and help us organize, mobilize, and energize the sh*t out of America.


Happy Hunting,
~ 2 Chicks

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