Senior Payroll Manager

Senior Payroll Manager

Bishop & Company, Inc. | Honolulu, Hawaii | On‑site | Higher Education

Lead payroll operations at one of Hawaii’s respected higher education institutions. This role is on‑site in Honolulu, providing a genuine opportunity to put down roots and lead a multi‑division payroll operation while enjoying island living.

• End‑to‑end payroll processing across multiple divisions — accurate, compliant, and on time, every cycle
• Internal controls design and maintenance to keep operations audit‑ready year‑round
• Payroll reconciliations across retirement plans, tax services, insurance, garnishments, savings plans, and related accounts
• Management reporting and ad hoc payroll and compensation analyses for senior leadership
• Primary liaison relationships with auditors, tax agencies, and external partners
• Hiring, developing, and supervising a dedicated payroll team
• Process improvement, system enhancement, and documentation initiatives
• Special projects and cyclical payroll programs throughout the year

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business, HR, or related field (or Associate’s degree with 10+ years of progressive payroll/HRIS/GL experience)
• 5+ years working with ERP HR/payroll systems
• 2+ years of supervisory or management experience
• Advanced Excel and strong Microsoft Office proficiency
• CPP certification preferred
• Multi‑state payroll experience
• Ability to interpret and apply complex payroll regulations with confidence
• Experience with adjunct pay, stipends, and higher education payroll structures is a strong plus
• Ellucian (Banner) experience preferred

• In‑office role in Honolulu, Hawaii
• Salary range: $75,000–$95,000, commensurate with experience
• Competitive benefits package including generous paid time off
• Extended hours expected during peak payroll cycles
• Must be able to relocate at own expense

Equal Opportunity Employer — Disability and Veteran