Payroll Manager

The position is responsible for administering and directing payroll operations of Illinois State University. The position will oversee all aspects of the payroll lifecycle including but not limited to assuring compliance with generally accepted accounting/payroll procedures and principles, maintenance of proper records, completion and filing of required reports, maintenance of payroll/human resource system, coordinating processing schedules, and production and maintenance of all operating procedures in compliance with Federal, State, and University regulations.

University Benefit Highlights:

$75,000 to $100,000 commensurate with education, experience, and qualifications.

1. Bachelor's or equivalent degree with a major in Accountancy or a related field.

2.(A) Two (2) years of full time (or part-time equivalent) payroll related experience that included ERP experience, preferably PeopleSoft

OR

(B) Possession of a current registration as a Certified Public Accountant or Certified Payroll Professional

3. Demonstrated experience with accounting for payroll related expenditures and benefits.

4. Demonstrated ability to effectively communication in written and verbal format.

5. Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills.

6. Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Excel and ERP application.

Preferred Qualifications

1. Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills to interact with a variety of personalities at all levels, exercising tact, confidentiality, sound judgment, diplomacy, and flexibility to promote positive working relationships and job effectiveness. Payroll Experience
2. Substantially developed interpersonal and teamwork skills to successfully work with diverse groups in an academic environment.
3. Proficient skills in directing, monitoring, evaluating and motivating the performance of professional and management/supervisory staff are required.
PeopleSoft Experience
4. Proficient knowledge of state and federal tax laws and regulations, as they relate to Payroll is required. PeopleSoft Table and Query Knowledge
5. Demonstrated ability to coordinate and manage multiple competing projects in an organized, efficient manner by prioritizing tasks to meet deadlines. PeopleSoft Commitment Accounting Experience
6. Ability to act independently and exercise sound judgment with sensitivity to identify matters that include higher-level management consultation Governmental Accounting Experience
7. Highly proficient mathematical, analytical skills, and problem-solving skills are required.
8. Knowledge of payroll information systems, business application systems and personal computer skills is required. Experience in PeopleSoft is preferred.
9. High level of proficiency and demonstrated effectiveness in problem-solving, and implementing new programs related to increased departmental and organizational operating efficiency is required.

Core work hours: 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Monday - Friday

Must be able to complete the following with or without a reasonable accommodation:
1. Remain at a workstation for extended periods.
2. Effectively communicate on a daily basis.
3. Required to have close visual acuity to perform activities such as preparing and analyzing data and figures and viewing a computer terminal.
4. Move about in various locations across campus as needed to complete day-to-day work.

April 2024

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Anticipate position will primarily works on campus, but working remotely, limited to the state of Illinois, is an option depending upon circumstances (approximately 8 -10 days per month).

Colette Homan
Human Resources
309-438-8848
[email protected]

This position is subject to a criminal background investigation and if applicable, an employment history review, based on University Policy 3.1.30 and any offer of employment is contingent upon you passing a satisfactory criminal background investigation and/or an employment history review. You may not begin work until the criminal background investigation results have been received and cleared by Human Resources.

Illinois State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or other state or federal law you may request an accommodation by contacting the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access at (309) 438-3383. The Office of Equal Opportunity and Access will hold any confidential information you provide in confidence.

If you are having difficulty accessing the system, please call Human Resources at (309) 438-8311.

Application Opened: 03/05/2024 07:00 PM CST
Application Closes: 03/19/2024 11:55 PM CST

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