Manager, Payroll

Austin Community College; United States; On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

401(k)

Vacation

Medical and dental benefits

Job summary

An educational institution in Texas is seeking a payroll professional responsible for administering payroll processes and auditing compliance. The ideal candidate should possess a Certified Payroll Professional Certificate or extensive payroll processing experience. Strong skills in strategic planning, problem-solving, and communication are essential. The position offers an annual salary ranging from $75,000 to $100,000 based on experience and locale, along with benefits including paid training, 401(k), and medical coverage.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of end-to-end multi-state payroll processing experience.
• Comprehensive knowledge of payroll systems and laws.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and manage teams.

Responsibilities

• Administer payrolls, month-end consolidation, and processing support.
• Audit payrolls to ensure compliance.
• Drive process mindset for strategic alignment.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strategic planning

Problem-solving

Excellent verbal and communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or related field

Certified Payroll Professional Certificate (CPP)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Workday HRIS

Job description

Job Responsibilities

• Assist with administering payrolls, month end consolidation, and processing support as required
• Audit payrolls, ensuring compliance and internal reporting requirements
• Calculation and payment of termination payments
• Payment and reconciliation of bonus payments
• Calculation, payment, and reconciliation of payroll tax and 941s
• Liaising with management and staff regarding pay enquiries
• Preparation of ad hoc reports as required
• Drive a process mindset to ensure proper strategic alignment, prioritization, standardization, and impact of projects and initiatives
• Work closely with functional area on project priorities, plans, and reporting while understanding project risks and status
• Ensure cross-team involvement occurs as needed
• Identify resource constraints and potential project delays in a timely manner to operate proactively and ensure expectations are met

Job Qualifications and Competencies

• Possess a Certified Payroll Professional Certificate (CPP) OR eight (8) years of end-to-end multi-state payroll processing experience in a medium or large size company
• Comprehensive knowledge of payroll systems
• Demonstrated ability to lead, develop, and manage teams
• Possess a clear understanding of payroll tax and garnishment laws and legislation
• Excellent attention to detail
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Ability to create, review, and construct policies and procedures
• Ability to interpret relevant awards and legislation
• Business process improvement experience
• Strong strategic planning, critical thinking, and problem‑solving skills
• Excellent verbal and communication skills
• Workday Human Resources Information System (HRIS) experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in a busy office environment
• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or related field
• Standard office environment, use of telephones, computers, and other office equipment
• Some travel may be required

Physical Requirements

• Occasional lifting up to 25 pounds

The above statements provide a brief description of the general nature of work performed and are not intended to be a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required for this position. Duties and expectations are subject to change as needed.

Employment is contingent upon a clear driving record, 10-year Criminal History Records Check, and drug screen as required. We also require proof of high school or GED completion. Minimum 18 years of age.

Benefit package includes paid training, holiday pay, 401(k), vacation, and family travel on the American Airlines network. Medical and dental available.

Starting Rate

$75,000.00/Annual Salary - $100,000.00/Annual Salary (Based on locale and experience)

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer bonuses awarded in accordance with company policies and applicable criteria.