Senior Payroll Manager — Higher Education & Compliance

Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania; Shippensburg (Cumberland County); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Low-cost medical insurance

Dental, vision, hearing, and Rx cover

1) Retirement plans: ARP & SERS

100% tuition waivers for you and your

Paid time off and life insurance

Job summary

Shippensburg University is seeking a knowledgeable Payroll Manager to oversee biweekly payroll processing for faculty, staff, and student employees. You will ensure accurate, timely, and compliant payroll operations while applying internal controls and supporting customer service across the university.

The role requires expertise in payroll laws, SAP experience, and strong collaboration with Human Resources and finance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of five years of progressively responsible payroll experience.
• Thorough knowledge of federal, state, and local payroll laws and regulations.
• Ability to interpret collective bargaining agreements and university policies.
• Experience with payroll processing, auditing, reconciliation, and accurate records.

Responsibilities

• Oversee biweekly payroll operations for faculty, staff, and student employees.
• Administer complex payroll transactions (overtime, shift differentials, overload, deductions).
• Research and apply collective bargaining agreements and policies.
• Conduct payroll audits and maintain internal controls; resolve discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate payroll records and ensure data integrity in SAP and related systems.
• Collaborate with university departments and PASSHE partners; provide guidance on payroll matters.

Skills

Payroll knowledge

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Communication

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/Business or related field

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Shippensburg University is seeking a knowledgeable Payroll Manager to oversee biweekly payroll processing for faculty, staff, and student employees. You will ensure accurate, timely, and compliant payroll operations while applying internal controls and supporting customer service across the university.

The role requires expertise in payroll laws, SAP experience, and strong collaboration with Human Resources and finance.