Manager Payroll

First for a reason:

At First Student, we are a family of 60,000+ employees who take pride in safely transporting more than 5 million students and passengers to and from their destinations each day! Our family of brands include Transco, Total Transportation, Maggies Paratransit, and GVC II. Our employees are at the forefront of safety and innovation; they create and implement the most advanced training and technology the transportation industry has to offer.

PAYROLL MANAGER - REMOTE US

We are seeking an experienced Payroll Manager to lead and oversee all payroll operations for the company. This role is responsible for ensuring accurate and efficient payroll processing and payment reconciliation, while implementing best practices and process improvements. The Payroll Manager will supervise and develop a team, handling recruitment, performance management, and teammate relations. In partnership with HRIS, the role will also support and enhance the functionality of the HCM system to drive operational excellence.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and Implement Payroll Processes: Create and maintain standardized payroll approval processes, ensuring control from calculation to cash reconciliation, including bonuses and commissions.

• Ensure Compliance and Data Integrity: Establish multi-state payroll compliance policies; maintain HR/payroll data accuracy through audits, queries, and analysis; stay updated on labor laws and partner with Legal as needed.

• Oversee Reporting and Regulatory Requirements: Manage statutory filings (EEOC, BLS, etc.), generate regular management reports, and resolve discrepancies in payroll, accounting, and tax reporting.

• Support Executive and Special Requests: Handle executive-level payroll requests, including complex bonus/stock distributions and ad hoc reporting.

• Lead and Develop Payroll Team: Coach and cross-train team members; ensure adherence to SOX and internal controls while driving continuous improvement in payroll operations.

Minimum Education or Certifications Required

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience. CPP certification preferred.

Minimum Experience or Skills Required

• Minimum of seven (7) years payroll experience in a multi-state to include: Applying relevant laws; Working knowledge of accounting; Compliance with payroll laws, to include tax regulations; Strong knowledge of payroll operations

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively at both detail and big-picture levels and to drive projects forward

• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills with an acute ability to listen attentively and to communicate information clearly and effectively throughout all levels of the organization with audiences of varying degrees of familiarity with material

• Demonstrated ability to work well with cross-functional groups

• Demonstrated interpersonal, collaborative, and relationship-building skills; ability to interact positively with teammates at all levels of the company

Salary Range: $85,000 -$100,000

First for a Reason

Benefits
We offer competitive compensation and benefits (which vary based on role, location, and business), including physical and mental health initiatives, medical/dental/vision, 401(k), and paid holiday/vacation.

Professional Advancement
Start here. Go far. We believe in promoting from within which means tremendous opportunities for you, thanks to our strong presence across North America. In addition, our 3 to 5 month Manager-In-Development program prepares future leaders at First Student.

Extensive Training
Build skills and knowledge in such areas as safety and security, injury prevention, technology and equipment, and job efficiency.

Diversity & Inclusion
Because we’re stronger together, we aspire to have a culture where all people are First. We’re committed to providing an inclusive and diverse working environment for everyone every day.

Community Service & Impact
Go where opportunity meets community. Our customers are at the heart of everything we do. As the face of First in your community, you’ll have a positive impact on others.

Apply today and get your career on the road with First Student!

In the state of Washington, all technician and driving positions, including but not limited to van drivers and any other position requiring employees to drive a company-owned vehicle, are considered safety-sensitive and are therefore subject to drug and alcohol testing, including cannabis.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. First is also committed to providing a drug-free workplace. First will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance, and any other fair chance law. Philadelphia’s Fair Criminal Record Screening Standards Ordinance Poster is at this link or upon request https://www.phila.gov/media/20210423160847/Fair-Chance-Hiring-law-poster.pdf.