MANAGER - PAYROLL

TrulyHired; Hamilton (OH); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Lakota Local School District is seeking a Manager of Payroll to oversee payroll operations for the district. You will ensure accurate processing, regulatory compliance, and support staff with payroll needs.

The role emphasizes leadership, training, and partnership with finance to drive efficient compensation processes within a public-sector school district.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in accounting, business administration, or related field (Bachelor's degree preferred).
• Five (5) years of experience in payroll management, including supervisory responsibilities.
• Valid Ohio Department of Education license or equivalent is required.
• Experience in a public sector or school district setting is highly preferred.
• Valid driver's license

Responsibilities

• Oversees the efficient and accurate management of payroll operations for Lakota Local Schools.
• Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Provides guidance, supervision, and training to payroll staff.
• Contributes to fiscal planning and operational excellence in compensation processes.

Skills

Payroll management

Supervisory experience

Staff guidance

Education

Associate degree in accounting or related field

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Job Description

Lakota Local School District is a vibrant and dynamic educational community, serving over 18,000 students.

Everything WE do is designed to provide a future-ready, student-centered learning experience for every single child.

Description: Manager - Payroll

Job Summary:

The MANAGER PAYROLL oversees the efficient and accurate management of payroll operations for Lakota Local Schools. This position ensures compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations, aligns practices with district policies, and supports employees by managing payroll processes. Acting as a key leader in the payroll department, the Manager provides guidance, supervision, and training to staff while contributing to fiscal planning and operational excellence in compensation processes.

Qualifications:

• Associate degree in accounting, business administration, or a related field (Bachelor's degree preferred).
• Five (5) years of experience in payroll management, including supervisory responsibilities.
• Valid Ohio Department of Education license or equivalent is required.
• Experience in a public sector or school district setting is highly preferred.
• Valid driver's license

Working Conditions:

8 hours per day, 5 days per week and 260 days per year based on a school year calendar, 1 FTE. View the attachment for any special requirements and job description.

Applicants that are offered positions shall be required to submit to an FBI/BCII criminal background check. Failure to satisfactorily pass the criminal background check based on the discretion of the Board of Education will preclude an individual from employment with the district.

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