Payroll Lead

Phoebe Ministries; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Coverage

Competitive Pay

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Leave

Birthday Off

Appreciation Events

Culture & Values

Job summary

Phoebe Ministries Allentown is seeking a Payroll Lead to oversee accurate, timely payroll processing across affiliated entities. Based in Allentown, this role collaborates with Human Resources, Finance, and operations to ensure compliance and data integrity, while serving as a subject matter expert.

The position emphasizes confidentiality, independent judgment, and a service-oriented mindset in a mission-driven culture.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate or bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, human resources, or a related field preferred.
• Several years of progressively responsible payroll experience required. Prefer 3 to 5 years of experience.
• Experience independently processing or supporting complex payroll operations strongly preferred.
• Experience with payroll/HRIS systems and payroll reporting required.
• Payroll certification, such as Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) or Certified Payroll Professional (CPP), preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate, timely, and compliant payroll for multiple related companies.
• Provide functional leadership for payroll activities and resolve complex issues.
• Ensure payroll system integrity and collaborate with HR, Finance, managers, and employees.
• Demonstrate confidentiality, accountability, and technical payroll knowledge.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate or bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, human resources, or a related field

Tools

Payroll/HRIS systems

Payroll reporting

Job description

Payroll Lead

Allentown, PA

At Phoebe Ministries Allentown, we’re more than a workplace – we’re a community rooted in compassion and excellence, dedicated to enriching the lives of our residents.

Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8am - 4:30pm

Why You’ll Love Working with Phoebe Ministries:

1. Comprehensive Health Coverage – Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance.
2. Competitive Pay – Earn rewarding pay for your skills and flexibility!
3. Tuition Reimbursement – Advance your career with our support.
4. Generous Paid Annual Leave – PLUS the ability to sell back unused time twice a year!
5. Paid Day Off for Your Birthday – Because your day is worth celebrating!
6. Employee Appreciation Events – Anniversary awards, recognition gift cards, and more.
7. Mission-Driven Culture – Join a team rooted in respect, integrity, and service.

Responsibilities for a Payroll Lead with Phoebe Allentown:

The Payroll Lead serves as a key payroll subject matter expert and is responsible for preparing the accurate, timely, and compliant administration of payroll processes for multiple related companies. This position provides functional leadership for payroll activities, resolves complex payroll issues, supports payroll system integrity, and works collaboratively with Human Resources, Finance, managers, and employees.

The Payroll Lead is an experienced individual contributor and does not have direct supervisory responsibility. The role is expected to demonstrate a high level of independent judgment, confidentiality, accountability, and technical payroll knowledge while helping ensure consistent and effective payroll operations.

Requirements for a Payroll Lead with Phoebe Allentown:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate or bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, human resources, or a related field preferred.
• Several years of progressively responsible payroll experience required. Prefer 3 to 5 years of experience.
• Experience independently processing or supporting complex payroll operations strongly preferred.
• Experience with payroll/HRIS systems and payroll reporting required.
• Payroll certification, such as Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) or Certified Payroll Professional (CPP), preferred.

Candidates who excel are those who can thrive in a positive and respectful Customer Driven Culture while embodying the organization’s Faith in Action Mission, Vision, and Values.

Phoebe is an equal opportunity employer.