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At The New School, we redefine the boundaries of education, creativity, and innovation. Founded in 1919 and located in the heart of New York City, we are home to approximately 9,000 students from over 100 countries, offering more than 135 degree and diploma programs across our renowned colleges, including Parsons School of Design, The New School for Social Research, Eugene Lang college of Liberal Arts, Parsons Paris, and the College of Performing Arts. Our progressive, interdisciplinary approach has earned us recognition as one of the most forward-thinking institutions in the world.
The Human Resources’ office promotes activities which enhance the quality of work life and heighten the sense of community. The office provides guidance, administers a myriad of services to employees with continual efficiency and effectiveness, and handles employee problems with care and professionalism. Our open-door policy welcomes all employees encouraging them to fully utilize the office’s services. Employees' matters are treated with respect, care, and confidentiality. Professionalism, capable management, collaboration, and progressive engagement are the cornerstones of office operations.
Reporting to the Associate Vice President for HR Operations, the Director of Payroll Services leads a team of experienced payroll professionals and directs the payroll function for faculty, administrative staff, and student workers. In addition to ensuring that the university meets its financial commitment to employees by providing accurate and timely salary and wage payments, this position collaborates with Information Technology/Workday Solutions Group and other Human Resources functional areas to implement strategic projects aimed to enhance the employee experience.
The successful candidate will be dedicated to providing accessible and transparent payroll processes for employees, supporting a culture of care, and fostering an equitable and inclusive workplace culture. The Director of Payroll Services needs to be a collaborative partner that demonstrates both personal and professional integrity. They are transformative, collaborative, flexible and creative but can also be a hands-on problem solver with a track record of designing and delivering customer-focused services modeled on best practices.
Directs weekly and biweekly payroll processes for faculty, staff, and student workers.
Manages processing in the university’s Workday Payroll system, and plans and manages the implementation of Workday system changes and updates.
Oversees the university’s relationship with ADP for payroll and tax processing.
Updates earning and deduction codes as needed, and coordinates with the university’s Finance office to update GL posting rules.
Oversees inbound and outbound integration files for third-party vendors.
Manages payment requests for garnishments.
Initiates and controls W-2 processing and reconciling.
Develops and maintains processes to ensure best practices, internal controls, and compliance with local, state, and federal regulations and the University’s policies and procedures.
Oversees Non-Resident Alien processing for faculty, staff, and student workers to ensure appropriate W-2/1042-S reporting and tax withholding.
Remains current with United States and New York City and State payroll-related regulations and tax laws.
Proactively identifies, researches, analyzes, and resolves payroll-related issues and discrepancies.
Collaborates with University departments to ensure system and data integrity in the university’s Workday system and all related systems.
Manages and cross-trains the university’s payroll staff.
Works collaboratively with the university’s Finance office in leading preparation of payroll information for the university’s annual audit and other audits as needed.
Time and Attendance Management
Maintains non-union and union time off and time tracking processes, including system process improvements.
Seven years of payroll management experience in a mid-sized or large organization
Strong Excel and other Microsoft Office application skills
Demonstrated effective communication and reporting skills
Bachelor’s Degree required
Preferred Qualifications:
Familiarity with Sprintax Calculus software
One or more years of experience with Workday payroll processing
Experience managing Payroll in a university environment
Experience working with ADP for payroll and tax processing
Certified Payroll Professional certification
This position is primarily in-person and is based on campus to support effective in-person collaboration and engagement.
Hybrid work arrangements may be considered on a case-by-case basis, depending on the nature of the role and operational needs. Any such arrangement must be discussed and approved in advance by the appropriate division lead or their designee. #LI-ONSITE
$120,000 - $130,000 per annum
This is an extraordinary opportunity to work closely with a visionary leader and contribute meaningfully to a forward-thinking institution that’s reshaping the future of higher education. You’ll be at the nexus of strategy, operations, and innovation in a role that grows with your impact.
The New School is committed to supporting the well-being and success of our faculty and staff. We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their eligible dependents. Highlights include:
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Retirement plan administered by TIAA
Qualified Transportation Expense Plan
Paid vacation and sick leave, with accruals starting on your first day
Paid holidays and floating holidays
Workmode & Telework Policy (if applicable)
Career advancement and professional development opportunities
Access to university programs, lectures, and events featuring world-renowned speakers and organizations
Tuition waiver benefit for eligible employees and dependents
Employee discounts with local vendors and service providers
We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion or belief, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, marital or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, sex, gender identity or expression, age, disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. The New School recognizes and values the benefits of a diverse workforce.
We look forward to receiving your application!