Payroll Manager

Cassia, a nonprofit, faith-based affiliation between Augustana Care and Elim Care, is seeking a Payroll Manager to join our collaborative Finance team at our corporate office in Edina, MN. In this vital role, you will lead and coordinate payroll operations for our organization of 5,000+ employees utilizing UKG payroll software.

About the role

This is an exciting opportunity to bring your payroll expertise to a mission-driven organization where you’ll be empowered to innovate, lead, and grow professionally. Position is full-time and benefits eligible.

Location: 7171 Ohms Lane, Edina, MN 55439. Position will be on-site in Edina, MN for 5 days a week for the first 6 months. After successfully completing duties independently, there is an option to work remotely 2 days a week.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of bi-weekly payroll processing for 5,000+ employees across multiple legal entities using UKG payroll software
• Supervise, coach, and evaluate six payroll staff; delegate and prioritize responsibilities for team success
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll laws, including tax filings and reconciliations
• Develop and maintain procedures that meet internal/external requirements
• Perform general ledger payroll entries, reconciliations, and year-end processes
• Oversee setup of new companies and organizational structures in the payroll system
• Conduct internal audits, resolve discrepancies, and support audits and testing
• Provide leadership in evaluating payroll policy, software enhancements, and interdepartmental process improvements
• Handle complex payroll inquiries and partner with HR and Finance for issue resolution

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, or Human Resources (preferred)
• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) credential (preferred)
• 3–5 years of high-volume, multi-state payroll experience required
• Prior experience supervising payroll teams required
• Proficiency in Excel (VLOOKUPs, Pivot Tables, advanced formulas)
• Familiarity with UKG Pro or similar HCM payroll platforms
• Knowledge of U.S. wage & hour laws, garnishments, and payroll tax compliance
• Strong time management, analytical thinking, and customer service mindset
• Ability to work independently and maintain high accuracy under deadlines

Pay

$85,000 - $105,000 annually depending on experience

Benefits

• Competitive pay with experience-based raises
• Tuition Assistance & Student Loan Forgiveness (site-specific)
• Paid Time Off (PTO) & 403(b)/401(k) with Employer Match
• Comprehensive Health Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life Insurance) for Full-Time Employees
• Employee Assistance Program with free confidential counseling/coaching for self and family members
• Pet Insurance

About Us

Cassia is a nonprofit, mission-driven senior care organization with over 200 years of experience. Located in Edina, MN, our home office supports a network of senior living communities and services across Minnesota, North Dakota, Iowa, Colorado, and Florida. At Cassia we are dedicated to fostering fullness of life for older adults by providing compassionate, high-quality care. Our Service Standards of Respect, Excellence, Integrity, Stewardship, Compassion, Collaboration, Unity, and Innovation are the bedrock of all that we do. We value inclusivity, collaboration, and professional growth, ensuring our employees feel supported in their careers.