Morehouse School of Medicine · 1 day ago
Director, Payroll
Atlanta Metro
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
8+ years expMorehouse School of Medicine is seeking a Director of Payroll to oversee payroll operations ensuring timely and accurate processing in compliance with regulations. The role involves managing payroll staff, optimizing systems, and collaborating with departments to support financial initiatives.
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Responsibilities
Lead and manage the payroll team, providing guidance, training, and performance feedback
Establish and monitor performance goals for payroll staff to ensure productivity, accuracy, and efficiency
Foster a positive and collaborative work environment, encouraging professional growth and development
Oversee the processing of bi-weekly, monthly, and special payroll runs, ensuring accurate and timely payroll distribution
Ensure all payroll activities are compliant with internal policies and external regulations
Manage payroll records and ensure accurate data entry, reporting, and tax filings
Handle complex payroll issues, including escalated inquiries, and resolve discrepancies in payroll and benefits calculations
Evaluate and optimize payroll systems and procedures for efficiency and accuracy
Partner with the Information Technology (IT) department to enhance payroll software functionality
Drive process improvements to streamline payroll operations and reduce manual tasks
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local tax laws, wage/hour laws, and other regulations impacting payroll
Prepare and analyze payroll-related reports, providing insights to the CFO and senior management
Oversee the preparation and submission of year-end reports, including W-2s, 1099s, and other required documents
Collaborate with HR, Finance, and Benefits teams to align payroll practices with organizational goals
Support budgeting and forecasting processes by providing payroll cost projections and data analysis
Participate in cross-functional projects, offering payroll expertise and insight
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field is required
At least 8 years of progressive experience in payroll, including 3+ years in a leadership role
Extensive knowledge of payroll best practices, tax regulations, and compliance requirements
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Proficient in payroll software (e.g., ADP, Workday) and Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel
Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively under pressure
Preferred
CPP (Certified Payroll Professional) certification is strongly preferred
Experience with payroll system implementation or upgrades is a plus
Accounting Degree
Company
Morehouse School of Medicine
Morehouse School of Medicine is a school.
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$53.13MKey Investors
Goldman SachsNational Institutes of HealthNational Telecommunications and Information Administration
2024-06-21Grant· $39M
2023-08-17Grant
2023-02-27Grant· $4.23M
Leadership Team
Alecia Bell, JD, MPH
Chief Compliance Officer
David V. Jones, Ed.D., CPRW
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