Director of Payroll Operations

Catholic Charities of Long Island (CCLI) shares the love of Jesus by offering dignified and compassionate care to poor and vulnerable neighbors of every faith and background. Our work is inspired by the Gospel message that every human life is sacred.

CCLI is currently looking for a Director of Payroll Operations to aid our mission throughout Long Island. By joining our team, you will use your skill set to ensure the accurate, efficient and timely operations of the payroll department. Your talents will be part of supporting Long Islanders in receiving care with dignity and life with hope.

Responsibilities:

• Administer the preparation and distribution of Catholic Charities’ $20-million-dollar payroll for 450 employees and independent contractors on a semi-monthly basis including overtime payments and expense reimbursements.  This includes maintaining payroll records for all employees, managing employee withholdings and formulating year end compilation of payroll, W-2’s, and taxes.


• Manage and mentor two department employees.


• Manage conversions and systems upgrades as it relates to departmental enhancements.


• Interface with agency management and employees at all levels, management of the Diocese of Rockville Centre pension, health insurance and payroll departments, as well as outside vendors and entities.


• Develop and maintain departmental disaster recovery plan including technology solutions strategies.


• Administer the financial elements of the agency health and pension programs including bill reconciliation.


• Develop and maintain financial reports, included but not limited to, Pension Census, quarterly employee summary reports, U.S. Dept of Labor statistical reports, tax verifications and annual data reports.


• Responding to IRS/State correspondence and wage verification request.


• Tracking paid time off records for all employees.


• Prepare monthly journal entries, including but not limited to, payroll, FICA match, workers compensation, unemployment, etc. 


• Participate on committees, complete special projects and work with external auditors, as needed. 

 Qualifications:

• Minimum of 10 years direct related payroll experience with oversight responsibilities, required.


• Degree in Accounting, Finance or equivalent direct payroll work experience.


• Not-for-Profit experience and/or 24-hour programs strongly preferred.  


• High level of attention to detail and time management.


• High level of integrity and confidentiality.


• Able to handle stress related to meeting payroll deadlines.


• Able to foster relationships with agency employees and outside vendors.


• Able to subscribe to Catholic Charities of Long Island’s mission.

Rate of pay:  $120,000 to $130,000 per year

This rate of pay serves as a good faith estimate. Actual pay is based on a number of factors which may include a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies, experience and work location. The salary range or rate listed does not include any differential pay or other forms of compensation, such as the value of benefits, which may be applicable to this position.