Payroll Manager

Aston Carter

8d•$68,000 - $87,000•Onsite

About The Position

The role involves overseeing payroll and benefits accounting operations to ensure accurate and timely processing. The position requires maintaining the college’s position control system in coordination with Human Resources, ensuring compliance with legal requirements and college policies, and supervising payroll staff.

Requirements

Minimum of 5 years of payroll experience.
At least 3 years in a management or supervisory role.
Experience with ERP or payroll software, Colleague preferred.
Ability to assist with payroll processing and reconciliation.
Strong understanding of accounting principles and payroll regulations.
Proficient in Microsoft Excel and standard office software.
Ability to analyze financial data and identify discrepancies.
Strong interpersonal skills for effective collaboration.
Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
Proven ability to hire, train, evaluate, and manage staff.
Ability to interpret and apply changes in federal and state regulations.
Initiative to identify and resolve issues independently.
High level of accuracy in financial reporting and compliance.

Responsibilities

Oversee payroll operations and ensure timely processing.
Maintain position control system in coordination with Human Resources.
Ensure compliance with payroll and benefits-related legal requirements and college policies.
Supervise payroll staff, assign tasks, review work, and provide performance feedback.
Manage calculation and payment of health, dental, and other benefit premiums.
Reconcile payroll-related general ledger accounts and prepare internal reports.
Support budget development for wages, benefits, and various cost centers.
Analyze payroll data and budget materials for financial planning.
Assist department administrators with payroll and benefits-related queries.
Prepare and submit financial reports, surveys, and state and federal filings.
Ensure compliance with federal guidelines for grant-funded employees and financial aid.
Manage COBRA and health insurance reconciliations and journal entries.
File quarterly federal tax returns, unemployment reports, and distribute W-2s.
Communicate payroll and benefits updates to the college community.
Safeguard confidentiality and security of payroll and benefits records.
Prepare year-end accruals, audit documentation, and financial analyses.
Authorize payroll actions and ensure adherence to policies and deadlines.
Evaluate and improve payroll/benefits processes for efficiency.
Oversee payroll system updates and ensure accurate processing.
Perform monthly bank reconciliations for the college’s operating account.