Director, Payroll Services

About the role

The Director of Payroll Services oversees the daily operations of the Payroll Services Department. Responsible for payroll reporting, including taxes, journal entries, and disbursement of payroll-related deductions, as well as projects as they arise; works with AP, Accounting, HR, and other departments to maintain financial records.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and administration of programs, procedures, and guidelines to help align the department with the strategic goals of the university.
• Participate with payroll staff in developing department goals, objectives, and systems.
• Oversee and review the accuracy of all payrolls, along with tax reporting and processing, including but not limited to: 941, 943, 940, State UI, 1042, and W-2s.
• Responsible for reconciling monthly billings, liability accounts, and clearing accounts.
• Completes month-end processes and payments to vendors.
• Prepares year-end financial entries and assists with any financial reporting for the payroll process.
• Assists IT and HR with development of reports to help with analysis of data.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Skills

• Ability to maintain knowledge of all state and federal laws related to payroll issues.
• Ability to maintain knowledge of IRS regulations.
• Ability to effectively coordinate and use complex automated payroll/personnel systems.
• Ability to evaluate FLSA requirements, rules and regulations.
• Ability to efficiently use a personal computer and associated software (Excel, Microsoft Office, Access) and 10-key calculator.
• Ability to perform complex mathematical calculations accurately.
• Ability to communicate effectively by expressing ideas clearly and concisely.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to interact in an effective and appropriate manner with diverse populations, the University community and the public.
• Ability to supervise personnel and complete all associated personnel actions in a timely and accurate manner.
• Ability to prepare and maintain accurate records and reports.