Strategic Payroll Director

Hampton-City-Schools; Hampton (VA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 114,000; Full time

Job summary

Hampton City Schools in Hampton, VA seeks an Assistant Director, Payroll to lead the payroll function for the school division, ensuring accurate, timely disbursements and strong internal controls.

The role oversees regulatory compliance, policy implementation, and collaboration with senior leadership. Requires bachelor's degree and 5+ years payroll experience with supervisory responsibility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, management or related field required with five years of payroll experience; supervisory experience preferred.
• Thorough knowledge of and ability to apply federal, state, and local payroll laws and regulations.
• Ability to plan, organize, delegate, supervise, and review staff work.

Responsibilities

• Directs and oversees the comprehensive payroll strategy and timely disbursement functions.
• Advises senior leadership on regulatory revisions to maintain fiscal compliance.
• Analyzes payroll data and withholdings to resolve issues and ensure accuracy.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Payroll strategy

Regulatory compliance

Analytical skills

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, management or related field

5+ years of payroll experience including supervisory

3+ years' school/governmental accounting preferred

Tools

Excel

Payroll software

ERP systems

Job description

Hampton City Schools in Hampton, VA seeks an Assistant Director, Payroll to lead the payroll function for the school division, ensuring accurate, timely disbursements and strong internal controls.

The role oversees regulatory compliance, policy implementation, and collaboration with senior leadership. Requires bachelor's degree and 5+ years payroll experience with supervisory responsibility.