Senior Payroll Lead: Payroll Operations & Compliance

University of Georgia; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Georgia in Athens is seeking a Sr. Payroll Coordinator to oversee payroll operations across Auxiliary Services, ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant processing.

The role serves as the primary resource for approvals, escalations, and audit readiness, and supervises the Auxiliary Payroll Coordinator. Work closely with Auxiliary HR, central university payroll, and unit leadership to resolve issues, improve processes, and maintain strong internal controls.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years of professional payroll experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee payroll operations for Auxiliary Services.
• Ensure accurate, timely payroll processing and audit readiness.
• Supervise the Auxiliary Payroll Coordinator.
• Collaborate with Auxiliary HR and central payroll to resolve issues.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Communication

Deadline management

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

The University of Georgia in Athens is seeking a Sr. Payroll Coordinator to oversee payroll operations across Auxiliary Services, ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant processing.

The role serves as the primary resource for approvals, escalations, and audit readiness, and supervises the Auxiliary Payroll Coordinator. Work closely with Auxiliary HR, central university payroll, and unit leadership to resolve issues, improve processes, and maintain strong internal controls.