Payroll Director jobs in Rochester, NY

Job Description:

Function of Position:

The Assistant Director of Payroll serves as second responsible administrator in the Payroll department and assumes office-wide responsibilities for the functions of Payroll in the absence of the Director of Payroll.

Examples of Duties and Responsibilities:

• Oversees the day to day operation of the Payroll Department.
• Supervise staff members including communicating directions, payroll practices, and general college policy.
• Assist the Director to ensure all payrolls comply with Federal, State, County and College laws, rules, and procedures.
• Assist the Director with implementation of collective bargaining agreements.
• Works closely with departments on Payroll needs.
• Makes certain there is a complete and accurate audit trail for all transactions processed from source documents, through the Payroll System and ultimately reflected on the College General Ledger.
• Interfaces on a daily basis with Human Resources, other departments and Controller's Office to verify documentation prior to authorizing payment.
• Oversees the day to day operation of the Payroll Module of the Financial Records System; including troubleshooting, preparing enhancement recommendations, developing ad-hoc reports.
• In cooperation with the Director, spearheads the fiscal year end process for Payroll.
• Assist Director with training, motivating, and evaluating staff. Actively involved with the interview and selection process for new staff members.
• Develops and recommends procedure/policy enhancements and changes.
• Serve as member of the Controller's Committee involved in review, development and implementation of ideas, procedures, and goals related to Accounting, Student Accounts, Payroll and Purchasing areas as well as college-wide issues and their impact on the Controller's operations.
• Represents the Administrative Services Division on various committees and leadership teams across the College.
• Responsible for adhering to the College Code of Conduct.
• Responsible for contributing to and maintaining an inclusive and collaborative College environment.
• Responsible for maintaining technological competencies utilized by the College.
• Perform various other duties/responsibilities as assigned.

MCC Expectations:

• Adheres to the College Code of Conduct.
• Contributes to, supports, and maintains an equitable, inclusive, and collaborative College environment.
• Maintains technological competencies utilized by the College.
• Commits to the philosophy of a comprehensive community college.
• Commits to professional growth. which includes seeking ongoing training in diversity, equity and inclusion to better serve students.

Requirements:

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in business or related field from an accredited institution with a minimum of five (5) years of experience in payroll related operations; OR
• Associate's Degree in business or related field from an accredited institution with a minimum of eight (8) years of experience in payroll related operations

Preferred Qualifications:

• Working knowledge of Payroll regulations in a publicly funded environment
• Experience in managing a Payroll department
• Experience in union environment
• Experience in using Banner software
• Experience in Higher Education
• Bilingual and able to read, write, and speak Spanish or other languages, proficiently

Additional Information:

Salary: Salary is determined based on experience, education, internal equity and college budget. This position has a range of $$65,000 to $83,000 and is based on these mentioned factors.

MCC offers a Flexible Work Policy for benefit eligible employees. Types of flexible work arrangements include flextime/staggered shifts, remote work/telecommuting and compressed work schedule. The availability of flexible work arrangements varies by division, department, and position, based upon business and operational needs. Limitations to flexible work arrangements are outlined in the official policy.

Monroe Community College prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, familial status, gender identity or expression, age, genetic information, national or ethnic origin, physical or mental disability, marital status, veteran status, domestic violence, victim status, criminal conviction, or any other characteristic or status protected by state or federal laws or College policy in admissions, employment, and treatment of students and employees, or in any aspect of the business of the College.

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Application Instructions:

Interested applicants must apply online

Applicants MUST submit the following documents* to be considered for this position:

1. Resume/CV

2. Cover Letter

• Official transcripts will be required upon employment. Applicants with foreign degrees must submit a completed credential evaluation comparing their foreign academic accomplishments to standards in the U.S.

Please note: As part of the application process all applicants will be asked to provide the contact information for 3 professional references. References will only be contacted after interviews have occurred and only for applicants who are considered as finalists for the opportunity they applied to.