Senior Payroll Manager

Senior Payroll Manager Bishop & Company, Inc. | Honolulu, Hawaii | On‑site | Higher Education Overview Lead payroll operations at one of Hawaii’s respected higher education institutions. This role is on‑site in Honolulu, providing a genuine opportunity to put down roots and lead a multi‑division payroll operation while enjoying island living. What You’ll Own End‑to‑end payroll processing across multiple divisions — accurate, compliant, and on time, every cycle Internal controls design and maintenance to keep operations audit‑ready year‑round Payroll reconciliations across retirement plans, tax services, insurance, garnishments, savings plans, and related accounts Management reporting and ad hoc payroll and compensation analyses for senior leadership Primary liaison relationships with auditors, tax agencies, and external partners Hiring, developing, and supervising a dedicated payroll team Process improvement, system enhancement, and documentation initiatives Special projects and cyclical payroll programs throughout the year What You Bring Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business, HR, or related field (or Associate’s degree with 10+ years of progressive payroll/HRIS/GL experience) 5+ years working with ERP HR/payroll systems 2+ years of supervisory or management experience Advanced Excel and strong Microsoft Office proficiency CPP certification preferred Multi‑state payroll experience Ability to interpret and apply complex payroll regulations with confidence Experience with adjunct pay, stipends, and higher education payroll structures is a strong plus Ellucian (Banner) experience preferred The Details In‑office role in Honolulu, Hawaii Salary range: $75,000–$95,000, commensurate with experience Competitive benefits package including generous paid time off Extended hours expected during peak payroll cycles Must be able to relocate at own expense Equal Opportunity Employer — Disability and Veteran #J-18808-Ljbffr Bishop & Company, Inc.