The PayrollManager provides strategic leadership and oversight of the College's full-cycle payroll operations, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, compliance, and confidentiality in all payroll-related processes. This position is responsible for the execution and monitoring of payroll transactions, tax filings, retirement contributions, benefits deductions, garnishments, and related financial reporting.
The PayrollManager partners closely with Human Resources, Finance, and IT to maintain and optimize payroll systems, uphold internal controls, and ensure timely processing and reconciliation of all payroll activities. The role requires a high degree of independent judgment, adherence to local, state, and federal laws, and a strong commitment to institutional and employee service.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Payroll Operations and Compliance (40%)
* Manage all aspects of semi-monthly payroll processing for full-time, part-time, adjunct, and student workers.
* Ensure compliance with IRS, BWC, STRS/SERS/ARP, SSA, and other regulatory bodies.
* Maintain accurate employee earnings and deduction records in the ERP payroll system (Jenzabar preferred).
* Review and process timesheets, leave entries, and payroll adjustments in coordination with Human Resources.
* Respond to all agency inquiries related to garnishments, child support, and tax compliance.
Payroll Reporting and Reconciliation (25%)
* Prepare, reconcile, and file all payroll tax forms and reports (monthly, quarterly, and annually).
* Maintain payroll-related general ledger accounts, submitting adjusting and accrual entries as needed.
* Generate and submit STRS/SERS/ARP, annuity, insurance, and benefit reports/payments.
* Use reporting tools (e.g., Infomaker) to develop customized reports for audit, budgeting, and compliance.
* Contribute to preparation of FISAP and other federal reports as needed.
System Administration and Process Improvement (15%)
* Collaborate with IT and HR on payroll system configurations, upgrades, and testing.
* Document and refine payroll workflows and procedures, ensuring efficiency and audit readiness.
* Create and maintain the Payroll Procedures Manual and lead staff training on payroll-related topics.
Customer Service and Communication (10%)
* Serve as the College's lead contact for all payroll-related inquiries and issue resolution.
* Provide clear, timely communications to employees on payroll processes, deadlines, and policy updates.
* Support onboarding of new employees by coordinating with HR on required payroll documentation.
Cross-Departmental Support (10%)
* Provide backup for Accounts Payable during peak times or absences.
* Assist with business office operations during registration or high-volume periods.
* Support the Comptroller and Business Services team with special projects and year-end responsibilities.
Qualifications
* Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
* Minimum of four years of progressively responsible payroll experience, preferably in higher education.
* Demonstrated proficiency with ERP systems (e.g., Jenzabar), payroll tax law, and payroll best practices.
* Strong understanding of accounting principles, payroll regulations, and audit procedures.
* Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and ability to generate reports using reporting tools (e.g., Infomaker).
* Exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage confidential information.
* Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a commitment to employee service and compliance.
Employment and Benefits
ZSC offers an excellent benefits package including the following:
* Competitive base salary
* Comprehensive healthcare plans including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage
* HSA/FSA
* Employee Assistance Program
* Life and long-term disability insurance
* Supplemental retirement savings plans
* Generous paid time off including vacation, sick, and personal leave
As required by Ohio Revised Code section 3345.0216, Zane State College will: educate students by means of free, open and rigorous intellectual inquiry to seek the truth; equip students with the opportunity to develop intellectual skills to reach their own, informed conclusions; not require, favor, disfavor or prohibit speech or lawful assembly; create a community dedicated to an ethic of civil and free inquiry, which respects the autonomy of each member, supports individual capacities for growth and tolerates differences in opinion; treat all faculty, staff and students as individuals, hold them to equal standards and provide equality of opportunity with regard to race, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression.
$55k-64k yearly est. 43d ago
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Part-Time Assistant Payroll Specialist
Rolling Hills Hospitality 3.9
Cincinnati, OH
This is a part-time position. The Assistant Payroll Specialist will support the payroll department in processing payroll, maintaining payroll records, and ensuring compliance with company policies and legal requirements. Bilingual is a plus, but not required. This role involves handling sensitive information, assisting in the preparation and distribution of employee paychecks, and responding to payroll-related inquiries.
Skills:
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Ability to multitask.
Working Conditions:
Standard office environment.
May require occasional overtime during peak payroll periods.
This job description is comprehensive and may be subject to change or additional duties as decided by the hiring manager.
Payroll Processing:
Assist in the preparation and processing of bi-weekly payroll for several hotel entities.
Verify the accuracy of payroll data, including earnings, deductions, benefits, and taxes.
Ensure timely and accurate distribution of paychecks or direct deposits.
Record Maintenance:
Maintain and update payroll records, including employee data, salary changes, and tax withholdings.
Ensure all payroll transactions are properly documented and filed.
Assist in maintaining accurate records of employee attendance, time-off, and leave balances.
Compliance and Reporting:
Ensure payroll practices comply with federal, state, and local regulations.
Assist in preparing and filing payroll-related reports, including tax filings and year-end reporting.
Stay informed about changes in payroll laws and regulations.
Employee Support:
Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll issues, benefits, and deductions.
Provide support in resolving payroll discrepancies and processing payroll adjustments.
Educate employees on payroll policies and procedures.
Assist with employee onboarding procedures as needed.
Collaboration and Coordination:
Work closely with the payrollmanager to ensure accurate and timely payroll processing.
Coordinate with other departments to gather necessary information for payroll processing.
Assist in special payroll projects and audits as needed.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Reliable attendance and willingness to learn.
Proven experience in payroll processing or a similar role.
Familiarity with payroll software and systems (e.g., ADP, Paychex, QuickBooks).
Knowledge of federal, state, and local payroll laws and regulations.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and record-keeping.
Excellent organizational and time management skills.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
$34k-39k yearly est. 60d+ ago
Part-Time Assistant Payroll Specialist
Rolling Hills Hospitality 3.9
Cincinnati, OH
This is a part-time position. The Assistant Payroll Specialist will support the payroll department in processing payroll, maintaining payroll records, and ensuring compliance with company policies and legal requirements. Bilingual is a plus, but not required. This role involves handling sensitive information, assisting in the preparation and distribution of employee paychecks, and responding to payroll-related inquiries.
Skills:
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Ability to multitask.
Working Conditions:
Standard office environment.
May require occasional overtime during peak payroll periods.
This job description is comprehensive and may be subject to change or additional duties as decided by the hiring manager.
Compensation:
$16 - $18 hourly
Responsibilities:
Payroll Processing:
Assist in the preparation and processing of bi-weekly payroll for several hotel entities.
Verify the accuracy of payroll data, including earnings, deductions, benefits, and taxes.
Ensure timely and accurate distribution of paychecks or direct deposits.
Record Maintenance:
Maintain and update payroll records, including employee data, salary changes, and tax withholdings.
Ensure all payroll transactions are properly documented and filed.
Assist in maintaining accurate records of employee attendance, time-off, and leave balances.
Compliance and Reporting:
Ensure payroll practices comply with federal, state, and local regulations.
Assist in preparing and filing payroll-related reports, including tax filings and year-end reporting.
Stay informed about changes in payroll laws and regulations.
Employee Support:
Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll issues, benefits, and deductions.
Provide support in resolving payroll discrepancies and processing payroll adjustments.
Educate employees on payroll policies and procedures.
Assist with employee onboarding procedures as needed.
Collaboration and Coordination:
Work closely with the payrollmanager to ensure accurate and timely payroll processing.
Coordinate with other departments to gather necessary information for payroll processing.
Assist in special payroll projects and audits as needed.
Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent.
Reliable attendance and willingness to learn.
Proven experience in payroll processing or a similar role.
Familiarity with payroll software and systems (e.g., ADP, Paychex, QuickBooks).
Knowledge of federal, state, and local payroll laws and regulations.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and record-keeping.
Excellent organizational and time management skills.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
About Company
Founded in 2005, Rolling Hills Hospitality operates 19 hotel properties with a central focus on exceeding the expectations of its guests. Rolling Hills Hospitality has positioned itself as one of the premier hotel development and management firms in the region by embodying high operational standards while achieving a simplicity that can be applied to any business model. Through our management agreements, we are responsible for hiring, training, and leading over 300 employees throughout the Ohio Valley.
Rolling Hills Hospitality currently maintains upstanding relationships with the nation's top hotel companies, including Marriott, Hilton, IHG, and Hyatt. Built on the principle of “if we take care of our employees, then our employees will take care of our guests,” our goal is to create a fun working environment for our employees so that we are positioned for growth and excitement for years to come.