Director of Finance (Payroll Management)

Lead and oversee District payroll operations, ensuring employee compensation is processed accurately, timely, and in compliance with applicable policies and laws.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership, direction, and supervision for the District Payroll Department, including assigning responsibilities, setting priorities, evaluating performance, and supporting operational efficiency.
• Direct the preparation, processing, review, and distribution of payroll for all District employees, ensuring payments align with established payroll schedules.
• Ensure payroll practices comply with applicable federal and state requirements, including wage and hour, tax, retirement reporting, and other employment-related obligations.
• Interpret and apply School Board policies, collective bargaining agreements, employment contracts, salary schedules, and compensation guidelines related to payroll administration.
• Oversee payroll calculations for regular salaries, supplemental pay, overtime, stipends, extra-duty assignments, retroactive payments, leave deductions, and other compensation adjustments.
• Ensure accurate processing and reporting of employee deductions, including insurance premiums, retirement contributions, garnishments, tax withholdings, and other authorized deductions.
• Support district-wide direct payroll financial management and fiscal management.

Requirements

• Education: Master’s degree from an approved accredited educational institution with specialization in public or business administration, finance, or another acceptable field; or Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field plus Certified Public Accountant (CPA) credentials.
• Experience: Minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible administrative and supervisory experience in finance, budgeting, or auditing.

Reporting Structure

• Department: Finance / Payroll
• Reports To: Chief Financial Officer

Pay

• $90,028.00 - $118,597.00 per year

Work Location

• Gainesville, FL (in person)

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance