ABOUT ALLIANCE COLLEGE-READY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Alliance College-Ready Public Schools was founded based on the belief that all young people, regardless of zip code, are capable of achieving at high levels. Alliance is now one of the largest and more successful public charter school networks in the nation, operating 25 high-performing middle and high schools serving 13,000 scholars in Los Angeles’ more educationally underserved communities. In our 14th school year, Alliance has a proven record of success: though our scholars come to Alliance on average four grade-levels behind in reading, 95% of Alliance graduates have been accepted to college—including 73% to a four-year university in 2018. We strive to truly change the life trajectories of our scholars and communities, with a goal of 75% of Alliance graduates completing a four-year college degree. Now is the time to join our collaborative community to make long-lasting change across Los Angeles.
ROLE SUMMARY
Reporting to the Payroll Director, the Payroll Manager implements key payroll functions for Alliance’s schools and the home office. The Payroll Manager is responsible for managing the preparation and running of payroll, and calculating and maintaining payroll records, and running monthly audits. This is a critical back-office role that ensures the smooth operation of our 25 schools.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
Manage Regular Payroll Operations
- Manage the preparation and processing of school and home office payrolls.
- Collect the approved payroll certification form from each principal for each pay period.
- Check and verify that payroll deduction amounts for each pay period are accurately deducted from employee paychecks for each pay period.
- Review and submit monthly STRS and PERS reports by the specified due date. Stay up to date with STRS and PERS compliance.
- Establish and maintain all payroll records including payroll journal entries and also quarterly and annual payroll tax returns and W-2’s.
- Archive and safeguard all payroll related files by fiscal year.
- Ensure manual payroll check requests are issued and calculated accurately.
- Maintain and reconcile benefits accrual report for vacation and sick days accrued for all school and home office employees on a monthly basis.
- Coordinate across home office departments and schools to resolve payroll related issues.
- Audit the following payroll related liability accounts before month-end closing is completed:
- Accrued vacation payable
- Garnishment payable
- 403 B payable
- STRS – Employer and Employee
- PERS – Employer and Employee
Perform other duties and analysis as requested by the Payroll Director, Vice President of Finance, and Chief Business Officer.
THE IDEAL CANDIDATES WILL HAVE/BE:
- Commitment to Alliance’s core beliefs and educational philosophy.
- An experienced Payroll professional with an excellent understanding of accrual accounting principles and procedures.
- Strong attention to detail and the ability to handle multiple priorities at once.
- Familiarity with ADP Workforce, Excel, and wage compliance.
- Critical thinker with the ability to work independently with director guidance.
- Entrepreneurial spirit to thrive in a fast-paced and achievement-oriented environment.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Ability to establish and maintain excellent working relationships.
- Willingness to go above and beyond to contribute to the success of a dynamic team committed to a new future for urban education.
- Experience with Abila MIP, CalSTRS & CalPERS, and accounting journal entries preferred.
- Advanced skills in Excel and ADP.
- ADP Certified Specialist or Certified Payroll Professional.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- At least 3 years of related professional work experience and a Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Business Administration, Accounting, Public Administration or a related field; OR
- At least 5 years of related professional work experience and a HS Diploma or equivalent (e.g. G.E.D.)
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
In alignment with our commitment to equity for our scholars, Alliance is committed to equity and transparency for our team and offer competitive salaries commensurate with experience and education, as well as an employer-sponsored 403b plan annual contribution equal to 5% of regular earnings, and a comprehensive group health benefits package, including medical, dental and vision. This position is exempt. The compensation range for this position is $67,000 - $93,000.
APPLICATION PROCESS
Interested candidates should submit their resume and cover letter at www.laalliance.org/careers. Please note that only candidates who are selected for an interview will be contacted.
Alliance College-Ready Public Schools are free public charter schools which do not discriminate against any student, parent, community member, or employee on the basis of actual or perceived ancestry, age, color, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.
