Manager, Payroll Operations, Hybrid

Current UC employees must apply internally via SuccessFactors > http://bit.ly/UCEMPL

Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation’s best urban public research universities. Home to more than 47,000 students, 10,500 faculty and staff and 330,000 alumni, UC combines a Top 35 research university with a physical setting The New York Times calls “the most ambitious campus design program in the country.”

With the launch of Next Lives Here, the Cincinnati Innovation District, a $100 million JobsOhio investment, eight straight years of record enrollment, worldwide leadership in cooperative education, a dynamic academic health center and entry into the Big 12 athletic conference, UC’s momentum has never been stronger. UC’s annual budget tops $1.6 billion and its endowment totals $1.9 billion.

Assist in the administration and direction of all aspects of the payroll department; assessment, evaluation, and implementation of major programs and projects; development and communication of policies and procedures; management, planning, and organization of multi-functional staff efforts.

• Direct or assist in the direction of the administrative and operational activities of the payroll department.
• Plan testing strategies for payroll system modifications and new software/hardware installations.
• Enhance payroll processing guidelines and create audits that will ensure university disbursements are appropriate.
• Ensure the institution remains in compliance with university policies; and federal, state, and local tax and wage laws.
• Develop departmental electronic tools and resources for the staff.
• Communicate payroll department procedures and policy updates to payroll staff while serving as a liaison for the department to the university community.
• Assist the Payroll Director on special projects as assigned.
• May provide direct supervision to exempt and non-exempt staff (i.e., hiring/firing, performance evaluations, disciplinary action, approve time off, etc.). 
• Perform related duties based on departmental need. This job description can be changed at any time.

• Bachelor’s Degree must be in business administration or related field.
• Nine (9) years of relevant work experience and/or other specialized training can be used in lieu of education requirement.

• Five (5) years of financial/administrative or payroll experience.
• Previous supervision experience.

Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) designation.

• Office environment/no specific unusual physical or environmental demands.

Compensation and Benefits

UC offers a wide array of complementary and affordable benefit options, to meet the financial, educational, health, and wellness needs of you and your family. Eligibility varies by position and FTE.

• Competitive salary range dependent on the candidate's experience.
• Comprehensive insurance plans including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
• Flexible spending accounts and an award-winning employee wellness program, plus an employee assistance program.
• Financial security via our life and long-term disability insurance, accident and illness insurance, and retirement savings plans.
• Generous paid time off work options including vacation, sick leave, annual holidays, and winter season days in addition to paid parental leave.
• Tuition remission is available for employees and their eligible dependents.
• Enjoy discounts for on and off-campus activities and services.

The University of Cincinnati, as a multi-national and culturally diverse university, is committed to providing an inclusive, equitable and diverse place of learning and employment. As part of a complete job application you will be asked to include a Contribution to Diversity and Inclusion statement.

As a UC employee, and an employee of an Ohio public institution, if hired you will not contribute to the federal Social Security system, other than contributions to Medicare. Instead, UC employees have the option to contribute to a state retirement plan (OPERS, STRS) or an alternative retirement plan (ARP).

The University of Cincinnati is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer / Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran.

REQ: 88923 

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