Director of Payroll Services - Grand Rapids, MI Area

Bethany Christian Services; Grand Rapids (MI); Sur place; USD 90 000 - 130 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

403(b) retirement plan with employer

Generous paid time off

Education reimbursement

Wellness program

Résumé du poste

Bethany Christian Services in Grand Rapids, MI seeks a Director of Payroll Services to lead payroll operations across the organization. You will develop strategies, ensure accuracy, and drive process improvements while maintaining compliance and data security.

You will coach a payroll team, advise on system enhancements (UKG), collaborate with Finance, HR, and IT, and support audits and annual reporting. This role requires integrity, discretion, and strong communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• CPP accreditation preferred.
• At least 5 years of progressive payroll operations experience.
• At least 2 years of experience managing a payroll operations team.
• Working knowledge of UKG products and payroll systems.

Responsabilités

• Develop and execute payroll strategies with strong controls and timely processing.
• Ensure accuracy and integrity of payroll transactions and reporting.
• Lead, coach, and evaluate payroll team members.
• Evaluate payroll technology solutions and vendor services.
• Maintain payroll compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Collaborate with Finance, HR, and IT to secure data integrity and security.
• Oversee annual Workers' Compensation audit and data analyses.

Connaissances

Team leadership

Analytical thinking

Confidentiality

Communication

Microsoft Office

Excel

Formation

Bachelor’s degree

Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) preferred

Outils

UKG

HRIS systems

Description du poste

MI-GR-901 Eastern
Grand Rapids, MI 49503, USA

Description

*Must reside in the Grand Rapids, Michigan Area

Rooted in our Christian faith, Bethany Christian Services works to ensure children are safe, loved, and connected through family. Across 29 states, we strengthen families, support foster care and adoption, and walk alongside refugees with compassion. Here, living out your faith means using your gifts to bring hope and make a lasting impact.

Working at Bethany means joining a team of dedicated professionals with diverse skills, serving communities across the country. Together, we’re united in our Christian mission and these shared values: We’re motivated by our faith, we support one another, we champion justice, we pursueexcellence, and we’re in it for the long haul. As a Director of Payroll Services, you’ll help carry this mission forward and make a meaningful impact every day.

How Your Role Makes a Difference

• Develop and execute payroll strategies, providing leadership and direction while implementing controls and process improvements to ensure accurate and timely payroll processing;
• Ensure the accuracy and integrity of payroll transactions, maintain payroll-related system configurations, and support organizational financial reporting through effective payroll accounting and reporting practices;
• Lead, develop, coach, and evaluate payroll team members in alignment with job expectations and Bethany's values;
• Evaluate payroll technology solutions and serve as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) to maximize system capabilities, efficiency, and operational effectiveness;
• Evaluate vendor solutions, as directed by organizational leadership, to ensure services meet Bethany's operational, compliance, and service requirements;
• Serve as the point of escalation for complex payroll issues and partner with Finance, Human Resources, Information Technology, vendors, and organizational leadership to resolve concerns effectively;
• Provide leadership and governance over payroll compliance by maintaining a continual pulse on evolving federal, state, and local payroll regulations; evaluating organizational risk; recommending policy, process, and system enhancements; and ensuring timely implementation of compliancerelated changes;
• Lead and support special projects, strategic initiatives, operational reviews, and payroll-related data analyses and requests for the Chief Financial Officer, executive leadership, and key stakeholders to support process improvements, compliance efforts, and informed business decision-making;
• Collaborate with Human Resources and Information Technology to ensure the accuracy, integrity, and security of employee and payroll-related data;
• Serve as the Finance department SME on payroll operations, process improvements, strategic initiatives, and organizational planning efforts;
• Oversee and support the annual Workers' Compensation audit and provide payroll data and analysis to support accurate employee classifications and reporting requirements;
• Complete other duties as assigned.

What Will Make You Successful

• Bachelor’s level degree from an accredited college;
• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) accreditation preferred;
• At least five (5) years of progressive experience managing and processing payroll operations;
• At least two (2) years of experience managing a payroll operations team;
• Working knowledge of configuration, functionality and implementation of payroll processing systems, UKG suite of products preferred;
• Strong analytical, diagnostic, and problem-solving skills reflective of an understanding of the business implications of decisions;
• Exercise a high level of confidentiality;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
• Must be able to work with all levels of the organization and stakeholders;
• Demonstrated strong customer service focus, allowing for the development of strong working relationships and collaboration with other departments to achieve desired outcomes;
• Must be reliable with time sensitive deadlines and tasks;
• Work well under pressure and adaptable to change;
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, with advance use of Excel;
• Familiarity with configuration, functionality and implementation of HRIS systems, UKG suite of products preferred;
• Computer skills sufficient to perform essential functions including knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite;
• Must be 21 years old with a valid driver's license with at least 3 years driving experience in the U.S. to operate a vehicle on behalf of Bethany;
• Must pass a Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check and maintain a reliable vehicle with proof of adequate coverage;
• Pass a criminal history screen, including state and local child protection agency registries;
• Subscription to and integration of the agency Statement of Faith, Mission Statement, and Commitment to Unity.

We Invest in You

• Experience a team environment with other professionals who are motivated by faith, support one another, pursueexcellence, and are in it for the long haul
• Access to training, professional development, and career growth opportunities
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match eligibility
• Generoustimeoff(11paidholidays,PTOYourWay,paidparentalleave,separatesickandpaidabsencebanks)
• Access to education reimbursement for those that qualify
• Comprehensive employee assistance and wellness program

Equal Opportunity Employer
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