Payroll Operations Manager
Payroll Operations Manager
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$ 85000 - 95000
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Job Description
Job Description
Virginia Tech is seeking an experienced accounting manager to join the University supporting payroll operations. Reporting to the Director of Payroll this position requires a high level of analysis and critical thinking skills to ensure compliance with federal and state regulations. The manager supervises the payroll operations team to ensure the accurate timely and efficient completion of semimonthly payroll system processes. Other responsibilities include calculation and submission of federal and state payroll taxes; processing payroll payroll adjustments garnishments and levies for each cycle; researching and making payroll system recommendations to address new initiatives and programs; performing system upgrade testing; maintaining procedural documentation for payroll processes; and maintaining payroll calendars. The accounting manager assists the Director of Payroll with special projects and other payroll related research as needed.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor degree in accounting finance tax business administration or related field and related experience.
Extensive knowledge of the payroll function including preparation balancing internal control payroll taxes and payroll software.
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
Ability to work effectively in a complex and diverse environment.
Experience leading a team with strong skills in mentoring training and fostering a collaborative work environment.
Strong research analytical and critical thinking skills including ability to proactively recommend options to balance external compliance requirements with operational efficiency and customer service.
Preferred Qualifications
Masters degree in accounting business or a related field.
Professional certification (Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or similar.
Ability to use query tools to gather and analyze information from large relational databases.
Knowledge of internal controls as related to payroll processes.
Experience working with a large ERP system (i.e. Banner SAP Oracle Workday) with high volume.
Experience working with electronic timekeeping systems.
Experience in analyzing business processes and recommending and/or implementing improvements to same.
Working knowledge of university payroll activities and operations.
Supervisory experience.
Appointment Type
Regular
Salary Information
Salary Range of $85000 $95000
Review Date
3/10/2025
Additional Information
The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.
About Virginia Tech
Dedicated to its motto Ut Prosim (That I May Serve) Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a handson transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problemsolvers. A comprehensive landgrant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge discovery and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36000 undergraduate graduate and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges a school of medicine a veterinary medicine college Graduate School and Honors College. The university has a significant presence across Virginia including the Innovation Campus in Northern Virginia; the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke; sites in Newport News and Richmond; and numerous Extension offices and research centers. A leading global research institution Virginia Tech conducts more than $500 million in research annually.
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If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation please contact Zach LaCroixat during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full Time
