Payroll Manager

Aston Carter; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Aston Carter is seeking a Payroll Supervisor responsible for overseeing payroll functions, ensuring compliance, and leading the payroll team. The role involves working closely with HR and involves processing and reconciling payroll while adhering to state and federal regulations. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and is fully onsite in Hartford, CT.

Qualifications

• Experience in processing payroll for exempt, non-exempt, and student staff.
• Knowledge of payroll compliance with state and federal regulations.

Responsibilities

• Supervise payroll functions ensuring timely payments.
• Ensure compliance with payroll tax regulations and reporting.
• Manage payroll software testing and issues.

Skills

Payroll

Payroll processing

Payroll tax

Garnishments

Data entry

Tools

Oracle

PeopleSoft

Job description

Description

Participates in and supervises all college payroll functions, including payment of wages to all college employees, and reconciliation, reporting, and payment of all payroll taxes. Works closely with Human Resources, Dean of Faculty, and other key departments to process payments and ensure timely and accurate adjustments to individuals. Acts as a liaison with affiliated entities (SINA, NESCAC). Assists the Assistant Controller in reconciling payroll charges to the general ledger.

Skills

Payroll, Payroll processing, Payroll tax, Garnishments, Data entry, Oracle, PeopleSoft

Top Skills Details

Payroll, Payroll processing, Payroll tax, Garnishments, Data entry

Additional Skills & Qualifications

1. Process college payrolls, ensuring all payroll documents are compiled, entered, and balanced for monthly exempt, biweekly non-exempt staff, and biweekly student pay cycles. Supervise creation and review of payroll registers and other reports, electronic distribution of direct deposit advices, and creation of direct deposit and positive pay files.

2. Ensure compliance with college policies, state, and federal regulations by compiling and analyzing tax reports. Initiate withholding tax reports, file quarterly wage withholding tax returns, and prepare reports for the Department of Labor, Workers Compensation, and other agencies.

3. Prepare and review W-2 reporting for all college employees after calendar year-end.

4. Manage Peoplesoft payroll patch and upgrade testing, troubleshoot payroll software issues, and coordinate with IT to resolve problems quickly to meet payroll deadlines. Create payroll calendars considering holidays and scheduling requirements.

5. Prepare documentation for payroll during fiscal year-end and federal grants audits to ensure accuracy and compliance.

6. Provide leadership, training, and coverage for the Payroll Administrator. Resolve issues related to time recording, reporting compliance, and benefits processing in partnership with Human Resources.

Experience Level

Intermediate Level

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $65,000 - $95,000 per year.

Details to be provided by the client once available.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Hartford, CT.

Application Deadline

Anticipated to close on June 23, 2025.

About Aston Carter:

Aston Carter provides corporate talent solutions across various industries including accounting, finance, HR, and administrative professions. With a global presence, we serve many Fortune 500 companies and are recognized for excellence in staffing services.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and considers all applications without regard to protected characteristics. For reasonable accommodations, contact [e-mail].