Overview

Job Location:
Ames, IA

Position Title:

Senior Manager Payroll

Job Group:

Professional & Scientific

Required Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree and 7 years of related experience

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or other related field.
Payroll experience, accounting background or equivalent combination of education and applicable work experience in a mid-high volume multi-state environment.
2+ years previous supervisory experience.
Certified Payroll Practitioner (CPP).
Payroll experience in a complex university organization.
Experience and training in Workday, ADP, Kronos, UltiPro, or other payroll system

Job Description:

Summary

Iowa State University and the Payroll Department is seeking candidates for a Senior Manager Payroll position. We are seeking an energetic and motivated professional interested in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. This position will lead and direct all payroll critical activities involved in processing the University’s multi-state payroll to: ensure that all payroll payments are made in an accurate and timely manner; develop and maintain checks and balances and segregation of duties; use discretionary judgement and experience to plan and accomplish divisional and institutional goals.

 

This position will be responsible for managing payroll staff by providing appropriate training, education, and career development opportunities; developing and maintaining a high level understanding of domestic and international payroll laws as well as wage levy and garnishment regulations; working collaboratively with internal tax professionals to ensure accurate and timely payment of all state and federal tax withholding and preparation of payroll tax returns; creating strong relationships with university departments and external peer groups; building out the payroll function for the University within the Workday platform; ensuring the payroll configuration adheres to all University, state and federal regulations.

 

The successful candidate will have in-depth knowledge of payroll operations and the ability to communicate and work effectively with a variety of individuals with a high level of professionalism. Must have tact, effective listening and speaking skills, and the ability to articulate the needs of the university to other team members. Must have strong organizational skills, including the ability to manage and meet strict deadlines efficiently.

This position offers the opportunity for hybrid work but does require the employee to reside in the state of Iowa on or before the start of employment.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an on-going basis without sponsorship. 

Level Guidelines
• Provides input into annual departmental objectives and action plans
• Accountable for achievement of key annual objectives for a department
• May provide input into institution policy within area of functional expertise
• Responsible for functional output of a department or work team
• Manages subordinate staff
• Has full management responsibility for direct reports, specifically the authority to hire, fire, and counsel
• May provide input to the budgeting process
• Requests approval for financial actions beyond a limited scope
• May provide input into financial decisions that impact department or work area

Appointment Type:

Regular

Number of Months Employed Per Year:

12 Month Work Period

Time Type:

Full time

Pay Grade:

PS812

Application Instructions:

To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:

1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae
2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Please Note: To receive full consideration, applications should be received by December 1, 2024.

If you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.

Why Choose ISU?

Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as:
• Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
• Generous vacation, holiday and sick time and leave plans
• Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)
• Life insurance and long-term disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Various voluntary benefits and discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellbeing program
• Iowa State offers WorkFlex options for some positions. WorkFlex offers flexibility on when, where, and how you do your work. For more information, please speak with the Hiring Manager.

Original Posting Date:

November 14, 2024

Posting Close Date:

Job Requisition Number:

R15906