Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title	Payroll Manager
Job Category	Staff & Executive - Finance/Accounting/Purchasing
Department	Controller - Payroll Services
Overview
Posting Summary	Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Payroll Manager for Payroll Services. Reporting to the Senior Manager for Payroll, this role will put you at the forefront of managing payroll operations for one of the nation’s leading universities. As the Payroll Manager, you will have the chance to work collaboratively with the university’s financial leadership and human resources teams, ensuring that your efforts contribute to our strategic priorities and overall mission. Among the key duties of this position are the following: Lead & Innovate: You will oversee the administration of salary payroll and commitment accounting operations, influencing positive changes and enhancing customer-oriented processes that align with strategic goals. Empower Your Team: Your leadership will shape a high-performing team dedicated to providing top-tier service and driving efficient payroll operations. Problem-Solving Excellence: Tackle complex issues head-on, utilizing your expertise to ensure accurate payroll production, commitment accounting, and more. Shape Payroll Strategy: Collaborate with university-wide stakeholders, fostering strong relationships and representing Payroll Services on key committees. Drive Excellence: Participate in process enhancements, making valuable contributions to streamline tasks and continually improve our payroll operations. Champion Customer Service: Embrace the opportunity to provide exceptional service to our diverse community of faculty, staff, and student employees.
Position Status	Full Time
Hours Per Week
Daily Work Shift
Work Arrangement
FLSA	Exempt
Grade	07
Position Salary
Annual Minimum Salary	88210.000
Annual Mid Range Salary	111651.500
Annual Maximum Salary	135093.000
Standard Hours	37.50
Union Description	Admin Assembly (MPSC)
Payroll Designation	PeopleSoft
Benefits	Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview . Rutgers also offers a benefit program to eligible full-time postdoctoral fellow students. For details, please go to https://finance.rutgers.edu/healthcare-risk/insurance/postdoctoral-health-insurance.
Seniority Unit
Terms of Appointment	Staff - 12 month
Position Pension Eligibility	ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience	Bachelor’s degree in finance, business administration, or related field; or an equivalent combination of education and/or related experience. A minimum of five years of relevant professional experience in a financial/payroll function.
Certifications/Licenses
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities	Demonstrated experience managing payroll operations and leading teams. Proficiency in payroll systems and processes, with a focus on accuracy and compliance. Exceptional communication skills, and computer literacy, including advanced MS Excel and Word proficiency Excellent mathematics and communication skills Excellent communication and organization skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced and time sensitive environment with multiple competing priorities Strong problem-solving skills and ability to handle complex payroll issues. Skills to provide, and develop in staff, timely and professional customer service. Detail-oriented mindset with an eye for process improvement.
Preferred Qualifications	Experience managing an in-house payroll system for organizations of 1,000+ employees Experience with ERP payroll system software – PeopleSoft and Oracle HCM Cloud a plus Experience in a higher education environment
Equipment Utilized	Will be using general office equipment on a regular basis including laptop, printer/copier/scanner/fax machine and telephone system
Physical Demands and Work Environment	Will be required to work extended hours as needed during peak periods throughout the year.
Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Number	23ST2526
Posting Open Date	09/15/2023
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus	Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Home Location Campus	Off Campus
City	Piscataway
State	NJ
Location Details	33 Knightsbridge Rd.

Pre-employment Screenings

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

Immunization Requirements

Under Policy 60.1.35 Immunization Policy for Rutgers Employees and Prospective Employees , Rutgers University requires all prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against COVID-19 prior to commencement of employment, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to receive an updated (bivalent) vaccine dose. Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals , if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate’s offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

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