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Payroll Manager

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Right at School

Evanston, IL (In Person)

Full-Time

Posted 3 weeks ago (Updated 2 weeks ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 7/12/2026

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Job Description

Reports to:
VP, Controller Direct Reports:
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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.