Payroll Manager

Carmen Schools Of Science & Technology Payroll Manager

Carmen Schools Of Science & Technology is a network of high-performing charter schools in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, serving students in grades 612. We believe all students can succeed in college, build meaningful careers, contribute to their communities, and lead fulfilling family lives. We focus on academic excellence, community engagement, and student leadership, with equity at the core of our mission.

Position Summary

The Payroll Manager is responsible for managing all payroll functions and performing a variety of accounting and financial reporting duties for the charter school network. This position ensures accurate and timely processing of payroll for all staff across multiple campuses, compliance with federal and state payroll regulations, and proper accounting treatment of payroll-related expenses. The role also supports general ledger maintenance, reconciliations, financial statement preparation, and audits in accordance with charter school financial policies and applicable regulations.

Qualification

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field required
• 3-5 years of experience in payroll processing and general accounting; experience in a school, nonprofit, or government organization preferred.
• Knowledge of charter school finance and state education funding mechanisms a plus

Skills & Competencies

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Payroll Administration

Accounting and Financial Reporting

Compliance and Systems

Work Environment

The position will work predominantly Monday Friday at the network office with some travel to individual campuses and occasional travel for recruitment events.

Compensation & Benefits

Carmen Schools also offers excellent health and worksite benefits, free life insurance, free employee assistance program (EAP), free short-term disability insurance, 403b retirement plan with match, flexible spending accounts, and generous paid time off.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Carmen complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination. We are committed to equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, gender, disability, genetic information, marital status, age, religion, sexual orientation, or national or ethnic origin. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, lay-off, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.

Carmen expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Any actions or behaviors that create an uncomfortable work environment and prohibit an employee to perform their expected duties will not be tolerated.