Payroll Manager at The Cottonwood School
About the Employer
The Cottonwood School offers dynamic homeschooling pathways for TK-12: a uniquely personalized, whole-learner approach that nurtures academic, social, and emotional achievement. The Cottonwood school is a tuition-free, public charter school serving transitional kindergarten through 12th-grade students in Alpine, Amador, El Dorado, Placer, and Sacramento Counties. We take an integrative approach that education is more than academic learning. We understand that a rich education includes social and emotional development as well as a strong academic foundation. Our Homestudy Pathway fosters holistic learning through the many activities and events we offer each month—field trips, workshops, hands-on, experiential activities. Our Cottonwood College Prep Academy is a hybrid on-site High School Pathway that offers Montessori-inspired project-based learning that encourages collaboration and creativity. At The Cottonwood School, we envision a world where students flourish, communities thrive, and staff are fulfilled.
Job Summary
Job Summary
The Payroll Manager will lead and oversee the payroll function for the entire organization. The Payroll Manager will be committed to ensuring accurate and timely processing of payroll while adhering to all relevant legal and regulatory requirements. They will leverage expertise in compliance and technology integration to enhance operational efficiency, minimize errors, and contribute to the organization's overall success. By fostering a culture of continuous improvement and maintaining a strong focus on compliance, the Payroll Manager must aim to optimize payroll processes, provide strategic insights, and deliver a seamless payroll experience for both the organization and its employees.
Requirements / Qualifications
Required Qualifications -Four (4) years of payroll experience managing full-cycle payroll processes - Bachelor’s Degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or human resources; equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience may be considered in lieu of a degree. - Must live in Northern California and be able to commute to El Dorado Hills Preferred Qualifications - Experience using Paylocity for payroll processing - Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) - Experience in a multi-state payroll environment - Experience in a virtual environment - Experience with charter school operations or public education system with 200+ employees Employment Requirements - Background Clearance - Tuberculosis Clearance - Valid Driver's License and appropriate auto insurance coverage - I-9 Verification
Requirements / Qualifications
Required Qualifications -Four (4) years of payroll experience managing full-cycle payroll processes - Bachelor’s Degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or human resources; equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience may be considered in lieu of a degree. - Must live in Northern California and be able to commute to El Dorado Hills Preferred Qualifications - Experience using Paylocity for payroll processing - Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) - Experience in a multi-state payroll environment - Experience in a virtual environment - Experience with charter school operations or public education system with 200+ employees Employment Requirements - Background Clearance - Tuberculosis Clearance - Valid Driver's License and appropriate auto insurance coverage - I-9 Verification
Application Deadline
Until Filled
Date Posted
1/12/2026
Contact
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
$85,000 - $103,000 Annually
$85,000 - $103,000 Annually
Length of Work Year
260
Employment Type
Full Time