Payroll Manager

We are seeking a Payroll Manager to join FoundationCCC in its mission of benefiting, supporting, and enhancing the California Community Colleges—the largest and most diverse system of higher education in the nation. Together, we are building stronger communities by getting students and colleges the resources they need to succeed and expanding pathways to economic and social mobility across California. Join us as we continue this important work to uphold the value of community colleges in building a brighter future.

What You’ll Do

The Payroll Manager provides leadership and advanced knowledge for all areas relating to public sector and educational payroll duties. This role is responsible for ensuring timely and accurate payment of FoundationCCC (FCCC) and Career Catalyst (CarCat) employees, maintaining payroll records, and processing payroll taxes. Other key duties include interfacing with HR, the CarCat team, and executive management on payroll items, managing interactions with and reports/payments to the California Public Employees’ Retirement System (CalPERS) and TIAA (FCCC’s voluntary retirement services provided). This role provides guidance and assistance in the payroll operations, such as setting up pay schedules, workers comp rate, off-cycle payroll run, and other related items.

• Extensive experience managing payroll using Workday HCM (Human Capital Management), including payroll configuration, regression testing, and a deep understanding of how payroll integrates with Workday Financials (ERP). Additionally, serve as the key finance employee for managing payroll system enhancements and reporting.
• Build and cultivate positive relationships internally and externally where appropriate, act as organizational brand ambassador as needed, and provide business development support and input where there is opportunity.
• Manages and supervise Payroll staff. Responsible for training, development, work assignments, and performance evaluations. Expected to act as a role model and mentor to staff.

Attributes for Success

• Minimum of five (5) + years of related work experience in payroll management, and minimum of five (5) + years of progressive experience in managing program/system implementation or project management.
• Minimum of two (2) + years of experience in an education or non-profit environment preferred.
• Understanding of accounting principles and ability to coordinate well with other Finance staff.
• We’re recruiting for mission-driven, passionate, equity-minded individuals with a strong desire to impact and change people’s lives for the better
• We are committed to professional development with an emphasis on shared leadership, to ensure growth for employees and the organization overall

What we Offer

FoundationCCC is fully committed to a “remote-first” philosophy, where virtual work is possible. Our headquarters are located in Downtown Sacramento, just blocks from California’s State Capitol.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation, generous PTO, and paid holidays
• Medical, dental, and vision plans, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts (HSA), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and Wellness offerings
• CalPERS retirement program and optional 403(b) and 457 Retirement plans
• Carrot reproductive health and fertility support
• Tuition reimbursement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness certified employer

To apply, please go to our Careers page at https://foundationccc.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/fccc-careers. If you have any additional questions, please email us at [email protected].

Budgeted Annual Salary Pay Range:

Final salary and rates are based on education, experience, skills relevant to the role, and internal equity.