Payroll Associate

Payroll Associate

Uncommon Schools is a nonprofit network of high-performing public charter schools dedicated to providing an exceptional K-12 education in economically disadvantaged communities. Operating in Boston, Camden, New York City, Newark, and Rochester, we are committed to closing the college completion gap and preparing every student for college and beyond. Our students consistently exceed national benchmarks, reflecting our dedication to their success. We invest deeply in our educators, offering weekly coaching, feedback, and professional development to ensure excellence in teaching and leadership. Join us to work hard, do good, and make a lasting difference!

Job Description

Are you passionate about accuracy and making a meaningful impact behind the scenes? As a Payroll Associate, you will play a vital role in ensuring timely and precise payroll processing that supports our educators and staff. You will be the go-to expert for payroll inquiries and compliance, helping our mission-driven organization run smoothly and fairly. Your work will connect across teams, ensuring payroll data aligns with accounting and benefits, directly contributing to a positive employee experience.

Role & Responsibilities

• Process all payrolls for your assigned portfolio accurately and on time
• Conduct semi-monthly payroll audits to identify and correct errors before final processing
• Serve as the primary contact for payroll inquiries, compliance questions, and issue resolution

Benefits and Pension Management

Payroll Accounting and Reporting

Additional Support

Qualifications

Compensation for this role is between $64,000 to $75,300. Starting pay is determined using various factors including but not limited to relevant professional experience, education, certifications, and tenure with Uncommon Schools. If you meet all job description requirements you will likely receive an offer of $67,800.

At Uncommon, we believe that a supportive and welcoming environment helps our students, staff, and community thrive. We are dedicated to building a team that brings a wide range of perspectives and experiences, reflective of the communities we serve with over 70% of our staff identifying as people of color. Our organization values respect and open dialogue on important topics that shape our school culture.

As an equal opportunity employer, Uncommon provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We also ensure that individuals with disabilities receive all privileges and benefits associated with employment and are provided reasonable accommodations for the interview process and to perform core job functions.