Manager - Payroll

Manager - Payroll

Lakota Local School District is a vibrant and dynamic educational community, serving over 18,000 students. Everything we do is designed to provide a future-ready, student-centered learning experience for every single child.

Job Summary:

The Manager Payroll oversees the efficient and accurate management of payroll operations for Lakota Local Schools. This position ensures compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations, aligns practices with district policies, and supports employees by managing payroll processes. Acting as a key leader in the payroll department, the Manager provides guidance, supervision, and training to staff while contributing to fiscal planning and operational excellence in compensation processes.

Qualifications:

Associate degree in accounting, business administration, or a related field (Bachelor's degree preferred). Five (5) years of experience in payroll management, including supervisory responsibilities. Valid Ohio Department of Education license or equivalent is required. Experience in a public sector or school district setting is highly preferred. Valid driver's license

Working Conditions:

8 hours per day, 5 days per week and 260 days per year based on a school year calendar, 1 FTE.