Payroll Manager bei Bucknell

Position Title:

Payroll Manager

Position Type:

Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Categories:

Staff Exempt

Job Summary:

We are currently accepting applications for a Payroll Manager to lead our day-to-day, multi-state payroll operations. This role is responsible for ensuring payroll accuracy, tax compliance, and driving process improvements that align with our institutional goals. As Payroll Manager, you will oversee the auditing, processing, and distribution of payroll, while also recommending and implementing best practices to enhance efficiency and accuracy. You’ll play a key role in shaping payroll policies, supporting special projects, and staying ahead of evolving regulatory requirements.

If you are looking for the next step in your career, we want to hear from you!

Review of applications will begin in early November.

Job Duties:

Reporting Relationships

This position will report to the Director of Payroll, and will provide secondary oversight for the Payroll Department during the Director’s absence.
 

Work Setting

Hybrid, with an expectation to be on-campus for training, followed by the opportunity to work 1-2 days remotely following a successful training period.
 

Work Schedule

Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 4:30pm, with additional hours as needed to complete the work of the position.

What You Will Do

• Manage day-to-day business operations and collaborate on system configurations and developing policies & procedures.

• Manage all areas of payroll tax compliance including multi-state, non-resident aliens, reporting, adjustments, and balance general ledger tax accounts.

• Act as a subject matter expert for all Workday Payroll & Time Tracking configurations assisting the Director in optimizing these modules, resolving system issues, and implementing improvements.

• Conduct internal audits to verify payroll accuracy and resolve discrepancies, approving payrolls prior to submission.

• Provide guidance and mentorship to payroll staff, fostering a culture of excellence, equity, and accountability including backup support for department staff.

• Process bi-weekly payrolls ensuring all transactions and payroll adjustments related to accounting and tax updates.

• Provide training and assist employees with payroll related questions including tax elections.

• Non Essential Functions: The job description's listed responsibilities and tasks are not exhaustive. Additional non-essential tasks and responsibilities may be assigned as needed.

What You Will Bring

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or related field (or equivalent professional experience) 

• 5+ years of progressive payroll experience
   

Preferred, But Not Required

• Experience with large-scale payroll systems and compliance with federal and multi-state regulations.

• Experience managing Workday configurations in Payroll & Time Tracking. 

• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or similar certification.

• Experience in Higher Education

Additional Job Details
 

The successful candidate will also demonstrate the following skills:

• Ability to manually calculate checks from gross to net for verification of program changes and employee questions. 

• Proficiency in Excel, Word, Google Docs & Sheets.

• Ability to exercise good judgment and discretion, especially with regards to sensitive or confidential personnel or organizational matters.

• Strong organizational skills to work independently and to prioritize a heavy workload under the pressure of competing assignments. 

• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail and excellent communication abilities. 

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet constant deadlines.

• Ability to shift quickly between several tasks without loss of continuity.

• Ability to provide accurate information or assistance to students, staff, faculty, and the general public in a timely and courteous manner.

• Ability to independently identify and undertake additional tasks to be accomplished.

• Ability to analyze data presented for resolution.

Physical Requirements

• Office environment, with no specific or unusual physical or environmental demands.

Job Exempt:

Yes

Salary Range:

72,640.00-90,800.00

The offer rate will be based on a review of the candidate's credentials compared to the qualifications of the position, internal equity, and our overall compensation philosophy. 

This role is not budgeted for visa sponsorship at this time, all candidates must be authorized to work in the US at the time of submission of the application.

Benefits:

Eligible full- and part-time employees are compensated beyond base salary through our total rewards package that includes (but is not limited to):

• Flexible scheduling options determined by role; 
• Medical, prescription drug, vision, dental, life, and long-term disability insurance options
• An outstanding 10% employer contribution to your retirement plan (no contribution requirement for non-exempt positions)
• Generous paid time off, including vacation and sick time, a community service day, and 19 paid holidays (including two full weeks off for Winter Break!)
• Full-time and part-time members of the faculty and staff are eligible for tuition remission for themselves. Additionally, full-time members of the faculty and staff are eligible for tuition remission for their spouse/spousal equivalent and are eligible for various tuition programs for their children. Credit for full-time benefits eligible employment at other institutions of higher education will be applied to waiting periods.
• A comprehensive employee wellness program including program incentives
• A myriad of other benefits, including parental leave, an employee assistance program, fitness center membership, and the power of your Bucknell ID card 

To learn more about Bucknell's benefits, click here! (*Eligibility criteria and waiting periods may apply.)

Inclusive Excellence:
Bucknell is committed to fostering an environment that embraces diversity, equity and inclusion, and seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports the growth and development of a diverse campus community.  We endeavor to enhance our capacity to value and capitalize on the cultural richness that diversity brings.  We encourage all individuals to apply and do not discriminate in admissions, employment, educational programs and/or activities on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, pregnancy, sex/gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, marital or family status, military or veteran status, or genetic information.

E-Verify

Bucknell University participates with the United States Customs and Immigration Services (USCIS) E-Verify program.  We will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

For additional information regarding Bucknell's E-Verify requirements, please contact the office of Talent, Culture & Human Resources (570) 577-1631 or email [email protected].

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