Payroll Manager

Job Description

Reports to: VP, Controller


Direct Reports: 1


Hybrid: 1 day in office, 4 days remote

As a Payroll Manager, you will:

• Manage and prepare payroll data to produce an accurate and timely payroll
• Manage payroll general ledger reporting and monthly accruals
• Oversee payroll taxes, withholding, and other state compliance payroll items
• Oversee the processing of unique payroll items such as bonus payouts, corrections, and fringe
• benefits.
• Act as a System Administrator and subject matter expert for all payroll-related questions in Right
• at School's payroll platform
• Partner with finance, HR, and other teams to create/improve processes around payroll, expenses,
• and taxes
• Maintain company and employee records within all Right at School systems
• Train new managers on how to approve timesheets, manage employee logins, and Right at School
• payroll policies
• Answer payroll-related questions from our employees
• Issue paychecks to all Right at School employees including final paycheck while adhering to Right
• at School Policies and payroll laws
• Manage Right at School's 401k and annual 401k audit with help from the VP, Controller
• Produce Payroll reports & interpret data for management and auditing purposes
• Ensure Right at School remains in compliance with all payroll-related laws
• Develop scalable processes related to payroll as we continue to grow

What we are looking for:

• Bachelor's degree plus 4+ years' payroll experience in a professional work environment
• Someone with critical thinking skills, a positive attitude, and strong attention to detail
• Someone who isn't afraid to ask questions & solve problems creatively
• Experience processing payroll for hourly and salary employees across multiple states
• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) accreditation is a plus, but not required
• A passionate, life-long learner with a desire to work in a fast-paced growing company
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Active and empathetic listening skills
• Familiarity with payroll processes, including compliance & tax laws
• Comfortable with Excel and data interpretation
• Proven history of process improvement & time-saving efficiencies

Right At School provides local school districts before and after school extended day programs with a focus on disguised learning activities and daily enrichment dedicated to the success of all students! Right At School's mission emphasizes a commitment to inspire a love of learning, support schools, and give families peace of mind. We do this by building a team of mission-driven individuals, who are passionate about fostering a love of learning and creating safe, engaging experiences for children. Our vision is to bring exceptional, affordable programs to as many students, families, and schools as possible while providing a safe environment for children to explore and grow.