SAG-AFTRA Benefits Overview

Administer payroll for exempt and non-exempt employees, including processing employee changes, deductions, tax updates, reimbursements, garnishments, and withholdings. Transmit payroll data to third-party systems, reconcile discrepancies, maintain accurate records, and ensure compliance with regulations and collective bargaining agreements. Respond to employee payroll inquiries, process expense reimbursements, support internal controls, and maintain audit-ready documentation while meeting strict deadlines and protecting confidential information.

Leads the SAG-AFTRA New England Local, overseeing operations, staff, budgeting, member communications, organizing, labor negotiations, contract administration and enforcement, grievance resolution, arbitration support, legislative advocacy, and stakeholder relationships. The role manages local governance and aligns activities with national union strategies while developing member leadership and ensuring compliance with organizational policies.

Signs producers to SAG-AFTRA collective bargaining agreements, advises producers and members on contract requirements, investigates and resolves compliance claims, supports arbitration, performs payroll audits, and represents SAG-AFTRA at industry events. The role requires contract interpretation, strong communication, mathematical ability, organization, diplomacy, and knowledge of worker rights.