Payroll Manager: Lead University Payroll & Compliance

Saginaw Valley State University; Michigan; On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Saginaw Valley State University is seeking a Payroll Manager to lead all payroll operations, ensuring accurate and timely employee compensation in compliance with laws. The role collaborates with Human Resources, IT, and Finance to support payroll systems and reporting.

The position oversees the biweekly payroll process, tax filings, and journal entries, while maintaining confidentiality and customer service standards across the campus. Strong leadership and accounting knowledge are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field required.
• Five years or more of increasingly responsible payroll and accounting experience.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team with strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, coordinate, and manage all University payroll functions for accurate, timely processing.
• Oversee biweekly payroll process, tax withholdings, deductions, and payroll reporting.
• Coordinate with IT and HR on payroll upgrades, ensure regulatory compliance, and support audits.

Skills

Problem-solving

Analytical ability

Organizational skills

Written communication

Oral communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field

Tools

Workday platform

Job description

Saginaw Valley State University is seeking a Payroll Manager to lead all payroll operations, ensuring accurate and timely employee compensation in compliance with laws. The role collaborates with Human Resources, IT, and Finance to support payroll systems and reporting.

The position oversees the biweekly payroll process, tax filings, and journal entries, while maintaining confidentiality and customer service standards across the campus. Strong leadership and accounting knowledge are essential.