DoD Payroll & Compliance Manager

Longwood University; Camarillo (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Comprehensive health insurance

401(k) retirement savings

Generous paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Employee recognition programs

Job summary

An educational institution in California is seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Manager to oversee payroll operations for approximately 1,000 employees. The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of payroll systems and multi-state compliance. Responsibilities include managing payroll processing, ensuring compliance with DoD requirements, and resolving discrepancies. This position offers a competitive salary and benefits including health coverage and retirement savings.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive payroll experience.
• In-depth knowledge of federal and state payroll laws and DoD contract requirements.
• Experience with payroll for a multi-state organization.

Responsibilities

• Manage and process biweekly/multi-cycle payroll for all employees.
• Ensure payroll execution complies with DoD contract requirements.
• Oversee payroll tax reporting and compliance at all levels.
• Investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies.

Skills

Payroll systems understanding

Multi-state payroll compliance

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Confidentiality management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

ADP

Ceridian

Paylocity

Microsoft Excel

Job description

An educational institution in California is seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Manager to oversee payroll operations for approximately 1,000 employees. The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of payroll systems and multi-state compliance. Responsibilities include managing payroll processing, ensuring compliance with DoD requirements, and resolving discrepancies. This position offers a competitive salary and benefits including health coverage and retirement savings.