Payroll Manager - Monarch Staffing

Payroll Manager | Direct Hire, Full-time | Onsite, Bala Cynwyd | $90K
 

A well-known Philadelphia higher education institution is looking for a Direct Hire Payroll Manager to join their team! If you're ready to bring your expertise to a dynamic, rewarding role, this is your chance to make a real impact.

The Payroll Manager is at the heart of a seamless and efficient payroll operation across multiple campuses. In this pivotal role, you will oversee the timely and accurate preparation, distribution, and reporting of payroll, ensuring the precise calculation of wages, overtime, taxes, and deductions in full compliance with all federal and state regulations. As a key leader, you will guide and support the Payroll Specialist while overseeing a dedicated team responsible for recording work hours, processing time records, compiling payroll data, and maintaining critical payroll control records. If you thrive in a fast-paced, detail-oriented environment and have a passion for leadership and compliance, this is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact and elevate payroll operations to new heights.

A Day in the Life of a Payroll Manager

• Payroll Processing: Manage and ensure accurate and timely payroll, including salaries, benefits, garnishments, taxes, and deductions.
• Time and Attendance: Oversee the time and attendance system, train timekeepers, and ensure time records are accurate and approved.
• Special Payments: Review and process special payment requests in line with company policies.
• Compliance: Stay up to date with payroll regulations and ensure all payment and reporting deadlines are met.
• Reporting: Coordinate with the payroll tax company for required government and employment reports, including IRS 941, state filings, and W-2s.
• HR Coordination: Work with HR to ensure correct application of payroll-related policies.
• Training and Guidance: Provide training on payroll processes and policies, and cross-train staff to ensure backup capabilities.

Requirements of a Payroll Manager

• Required: At least 5 years of experience as a Payroll Manager.
• Preferred: Experience in higher education or nonprofit organizations; expertise with Ellucian Banner; familiarity with Kronos timekeeping.
• Required: Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Preferred: Certified Payroll Manager (CPM) or Certified Payroll Professional (CPP); membership in PayrollOrg.

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