Kentucky State University · 1 day ago
Payroll Manager
Frankfort, KY, US
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
3+ years expKentucky State University is seeking a Payroll Manager to direct the implementation and administration of payroll regulations and policies. The role involves managing a team of accounting/payroll staff and overseeing all aspects of the university's payroll function, ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
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Responsibilities
Oversees all facets of the daily operations of the organizational unit, ensuring compliance with the University, state, and federal laws, policies, and regulations
Oversees the supervision of personnel, which includes work allocation, training, and problem resolution; evaluates performance and makes recommendations for personnel actions; motivates employees to achieve peak productivity and performance
Oversees and coordinates the production of all bimonthly payrolls; oversees the issuance of special checks
Ensures the accurate payment and reporting of all university employee benefits, in compliance with the provision of tax laws, federal/state regulations, and university policy
Ensures the accurate and timely issuance of W-2s
Manages the development, implementation, and administration of department records systems and procedures; oversees, monitors, and quality controls the data entry of all payroll records onto the human resources system
Oversees and coordinates the planning, implementation and administration of programs to develop, adjust, and/or enhance payroll systems and procedures as required, due to changes in tax laws, regulations, and university pay policies/compensation initiatives
Plans and manages departmental workflow; approves all master payroll calendars and monthly processing schedule
Plans, coordinates, and oversees the production and distribution of all employee tax statements and notifications as required by law
Develops and manages annual budgets for the organization and performs periodic cost and productivity analyses
Participates in developing, implementing and maintaining policies, objectives, short- and long-range planning; develops and implements projects and programs to help accomplish established goals
Represents the organization at various community and/or business meetings; promotes existing and new programs and/or policies
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree with 3 to 5 years' experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified
Knowledge of financial/business analysis techniques
Knowledge of project management principles, practices, techniques, and tools
Skill in organizing resources and establishing priorities
Ability to supervise and train employees, including organizing, prioritizing, and scheduling work assignments
Ability to develop and maintain recordkeeping systems and procedures
Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies
Employee development and performance management skills
Ability to process computer data and to format and generate reports
Knowledge and understanding of all facets of payroll principles, methods, systems, and procedures as applied to public institutions
Skill in budget preparation and fiscal management
Knowledge of faculty and/or staff hiring procedures
Knowledge of all relevant payroll, employment, and income tax laws, regulations, and operating guidelines
Skill in the use of personal computers and related software applications
Ability to foster a cooperative work environment
Ability to make procedural decisions and judgments involving sensitive and confidential issues under stressful conditions
Knowledge of the payroll aspects of employee benefits policies, procedures, and reporting requirements
Skill in examining and re-engineering operations and procedures, formulating policy, and developing and implementing new strategies and procedures
Ability to utilize and manage automated payroll and/or human resources information systems
Ability to develop, plan, and implement short- and long-range goals
Ability to identify, analyze, and resolve complex, multifaceted payroll problems and developmental issues
Preferred
Bachelor's degree preferred with 3 to 5 years' experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified, preferred CPP
Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) preferred
Company
Kentucky State University
Kentucky State University is a public co-educational university located in Frankfort, Kentucky.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$3.05MKey Investors
U.S. Department of Agriculture
2023-11-29Grant· $2.3M
2021-10-07Grant· $0.75M
Leadership Team
CJ Faulk
DIRECTOR OF UNIVERSITY EVENTS/CHIEF PROTOCOL OFFICER
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