Empowering charter schools and non-profits with financial management and operational support.

Payroll Implementation Manager

Implementation SpecialistCustomer SuccessFull TimeRemoteTeam 51-200Since 2010H1B No SponsorCompany Site LinkedIn

Location

Colorado

Posted

32 days ago

Salary

$130K - $145K / year

Bachelor Degree5 yrs expEnglishC++

Job Description

• Charter Impact empowers mission-driven organizations to achieve their goals through personalized support in finance, operations, and business management. • The Payroll Implementation Specialist will serve as the primary point of contact for onboarding new payroll clients, leading them through a smooth and successful implementation from kickoff to go-live. • This role focuses on managing implementation timelines, configuring and validating payroll data, documenting client-specific payroll practices, and ensuring seamless handoffs to internal payroll teams. • The position requires strong payroll systems expertise, a consultative client-facing approach, and the ability to deliver virtual and onsite client training. • This position requires up to 25% travel to client sites to deliver training and support implementations.

Job Requirements

Generally, any combination of education that would provide the required knowledge and skills for successful performance would qualify. A typical method of demonstrating these requirements would be:
__**EDUCATION**__**:** Bachelor's degree and/or related work experience is required. Relevant certifications (e.g., CPP) are a plus.
__**EXPERIENCE**__**:**
Minimum of 5 years of payroll experience, including at least 3 years in payroll system implementations, professional services, or client onboarding environments
Demonstrated experience leading payroll implementations, upgrades, or system conversions, from planning through go-live
Strong knowledge of payroll regulations, tax laws, and compliance requirements, with the ability to apply them during system configuration and data validation
Hands-on proficiency with multiple payroll platforms (e.g., UKG, Paycom, Paycor, or similar), with the ability to quickly learn new systems
Proven people leadership experience, including coaching, mentoring, or managing implementation or payroll professionals
Excellent client-facing communication skills, with the ability to manage expectations, explain complex payroll concepts, and guide stakeholders through change
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple implementations and competing priorities
High level of discretion and ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive payroll and employee data
Adaptability in fast-paced environments, with a proactive and solution-oriented approach to challenges
Ability to work independently, follow defined implementation methodologies, and drive deliverables to completion
Familiarity with nonprofit or education-sector payroll environments is a plus
Knowledge of STRS, PERS, payroll compliance, and HR principles beneficial but not required
__**KNOWLEDGE OF**__**:**
Purposes, methods, and practices of financial and accounting record keeping.
Intermediate/Advanced knowledge of payroll and wage and hour laws.
Intermediate/Advanced Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) skills.
Proper and effective use of English grammar and communication skills (oral and written).

Benefits

As a remote-first organization, we embrace flexibility and collaboration across teams. To support your success, we provide a company-issued laptop along with essential accessories, including a mouse, keyboard, and monitor, to help you create a productive remote workspace.
Opportunities to connect: Engage in frequent virtual and in-person team-building events.
Incredible colleagues: Work alongside a passionate team making a real impact.
Competitive compensation & benefits: Enjoy medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, plus a 401(k) with company match—and much more!
Generous paid time off: Receive 11 paid company holidays and a winter break from Christmas Day through New Year's Day.
Employee Referral Bonus Program: Earn a bonus for successful referrals.