Payroll Manager at San Diego State University Research Foundation in San Diego, California

Job Description:

San Diego State University Research Foundation


Payroll Manager

US-CA-San Diego

Job ID: 2024-16991
Type: Full-Time Central Staff
# of Openings: 1
Category: Management
SDSU Research Foundation

Overview

• This position is open until filled with an initial application review to take place after May 3, 2024.
• The salary range for this position is $7,148 - $8,666 per month depending upon qualifications and internal equities and is non-negotiable.
• This position works a hybrid in-office/remote schedule and incumbent must live a commutable distance from San Diego State University.

WHO WE ARE

Established in 1943, the mission of the SDSU Research Foundation (SDSURF) is to support the research objectives of San Diego State University by helping faculty and staff find, obtain, and administer funding for their research and sponsored programs. SDSU is one of the top public research universities in the nation, furthering discoveries, interventions, and solutions that improve communities and change the world. SDSURF provides the full life cycle of grants services to faculty and staff to further their important work.

WHAT OUR DEPARTMENT DOES

SDSU Research Foundation's Payroll department provides payroll services for 3,800 employees in nearly thirty states. The department payroll services including San Diego State University Research Foundation (SDSURF) central staff employees, agency and project employees, KPBS, Global Campus, and The Campanile .

Responsibilities

YOUR ROLE IN CREATING THE UNIVERSITY’S PRESENT AND FUTURE

The Payroll Manager plays a critical role in the effective operations of the finance department. By providing invaluable expertise of labor laws, IRS and various state compliance, you are helping to ensure the accuracy of the payroll and reporting, and ensure funding agency and university requirements are met, directly impacting SDSU’s reputation as a leading research institution.

THE WORK YOU WILL DO AND MANAGE

The Payroll Manager plans, organizes, and directs the work of the payroll department, providing supervision and leadership to the payroll team of five. The Payroll Manager ensures the accuracy of the payroll, tax disbursements and reporting, and ensures compliance to other required payroll reporting. The annual federal gross exceeded $100 million in 2023. The Payroll Manager is responsible for adhering to company policies and procedures, internal controls, while providing a high level of customer service. The Payroll Manager is required to have expert knowledge and understanding of all federal and state tax reporting and labor laws, expert knowledge and understanding of a complex ERP system entitle Ellucian Banner and related payroll systems. The Payroll Manager represents payroll in ongoing strategic service enhancements and process improvement projects.

Qualifications

THE SKILLS WE NEED

• Thorough and knowledge of current financial record-keeping methods as well as payroll related financial record-keeping requirements and reporting.
• Ability to represent the organization with tact and diplomacy at all times.
• Excellent customer service focus and skills, professionalism in dealing with students, individuals, and business customers.

• Ability to review documents for accuracy, completeness, validity, adherence to standards, compute and enter figures accurately.
• Ability to maintain corporate financial records and files; identify, trace, and corrects errors.
• Ability to follow, direct, interpret, explain, and apply written policies, procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Ability to prioritize and direct the department workload and make sound decisions and recommendations.
• Ability to analyze and interpret accounting data and utilize problem solving techniques in finding solutions to complex accounting problems.
• Strong computing skills, including advanced Microsoft Excel.
• Interact effectively with co-workers, including providing staff training and opportunities for professional development.
• Understand and follow posted work rules and procedures.
• Initiative-taking, self-starter, with a high energy level and strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing and with large and small audiences
• Well organized, ability to meet deadlines, detail oriented; possess good judgment and common sense.
• Demonstrate a high level of cross-cultural sensitivity.

Experience and Education

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field and/or equivalent training in payroll or human resources.
• Four years of progressively responsible experience directing a mid-size to large payroll department in a complex environment, including at least two years in a supervisory capacity.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Payroll Professional - CPP Certification
• Previous experience with payroll population over 2,000 employees
• Previous experience in higher education, research institutions or large non-profit organizations
• Experience with Ellucian Banner or other comparable ERP system.
• Previous experience developing ad-hoc reports with an enterprise reporting tool.
• Previous experience with system implementation and/or process improvement

WHAT YOU WILL RECEIVE

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
• Life and disability insurance plans
• Generous employer contributed 403b retirement plan. We match 200% on the first 5% of contributions, up to 10% maximum employer matching contribution. All contributions are 100% vested.
• Vacation and sick leave accruals
• 14 paid holidays and 1 annual personal holiday
• Hybrid in-office/telework arrangements
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Access to campus amenities, including Love Library, Aztec Lanes bowling alley, SDSU transit center, and a variety of coffee shops and eateries.
• Discounted Aztec Recreation Center gym membership and SDSU events
• Wellness workshops

HOW TO APPLY AND TIPS FOR MAKING IT THROUGH OUR HIRING PROCESS

You must apply through the SDSURF Career Page. Make sure your application is complete. Including a resume and cover letter is recommended. Respond to supplemental questions thoroughly.

WHAT OUR HIRING PROCESS IS LIKE

We work as fast as we can to make hiring decisions. However, it may take several weeks for all the parties involved to review your application. We keep in touch each step of the way and inform you of the status of your application.

ADDITIONAL APPLICANT INFORMATION

• The salary range for this position is $7,148 - $8,666 per month depending upon qualifications and internal equities and is non-negotiable.
• Applicant must live in a commutable distance from SDSU.
• Candidate must reside in California or live in a commutable distance from SDSU at time of hire.
• Job offer is contingent upon satisfactory clearance based on Background Check results (including a criminal record check).
• San Diego State University Research Foundation is an EEO/AA/Disability/Vets/Title IX Employer.

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