Title:  Payroll Manager

Overview

The Department of Human Resources (DHR) is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Payroll Manager to oversee our end-to-end payroll processes, benefits administration, and compliance efforts for a workforce of 9,500+ employees across multiple states. This role is key to ensuring timely, accurate, and compliant payroll practices while supporting HR and Finance with reporting, internal controls, and system integrity.

As a key member of the team, you will lead and support payroll staff, collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, and act as the subject matter expert on payroll practices, tax compliance, and benefit administration. Ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree and more than 5 years of payroll management experience, preferably in a high-volume, multi-state environment.

 

We are looking for someone who has hands-on experience with payroll systems (e.g., Workday, Oracle PeopleSoft, ADP), a strong understanding of Federal and Vermont State payroll regulations, wage laws, and compliance standards, solid accounting knowledge including general ledger, journal entries, and reconciliations. Excellent Excel skills for data analysis and reporting, exceptional attention to detail and ability to handle confidential information with integrity, a demonstrated ability to lead, mentor, and develop high-performing payroll teams, with proven problem-solving skills and a customer service mindset.

 

The Department is currently supporting a hybrid telework environment. Requests to telework will be considered, and in person work will be required.

Who May Apply

This position, Payroll Manager (Job Requisition #53303), is open to all State employees and external applicants.

If you would like more information about this position, please contact Melissa Butryman at melissa.butryman@vermont.gov.
Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.

Environmental Factors

Duties are performed primarily in a standard office setting. Some travel may be required for which private means of transportation must be available. Some work outside of normal office hours may be required. Strong differences of opinion may be encountered on a regular basis.

Minimum Qualifications

Five (5) years of payroll management experience, preferably in a high-volume, multi-state environment.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business, or related field.

Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) designation strongly preferred.

Hands-on experience with payroll systems (e.g., Workday, Oracle PeopleSoft, ADP).
 

Special Requirements

Total Compensation

As a State employee you are offered a great career opportunity, but it's more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth about 30% of your total compensation, including:

• 80% State paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
• Work/Life balance: 11 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan
• State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)
• Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
• Low cost group life insurance
• Incentive-based Wellness Program
• Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

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Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status. The State’s employment decisions are merit-based. Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden.