Payroll Manager
At a glance
Manager-level Payroll role at Cassia. Edina · full-time · $90,000–$115,000 base.
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What you'll do
- Run payroll every two weeks for more than five thousand employees across multiple legal entities in UKG
- Lead six payroll staff, assigning work and supporting their development and performance
- Keep payroll compliant through tax filings, reconciliations, procedures, and responses to audits
- Handle ledger entries, year-end work, new company setups, and complex payroll questions
- Work with HR and Finance to resolve payroll issues and improve policies, software, and processes
What you bring
- Three to five years handling high-volume payroll across multiple states
- Previous experience supervising a payroll team
- Strong Excel skills, including lookups, pivot tables, and advanced formulas
- Knowledge of U.S. wage and hour rules, garnishments, and payroll tax compliance
Who this fits
This manager role suits someone who has led payroll staff and can maintain accuracy under deadlines while working independently. The position is on-site in Edina five days a week for the first six months; after independently handling the duties, you may work remotely two days weekly. A finance, accounting, or human resources degree and a CPP credential are preferred.
From the employer
Cassia, a nonprofit, faith-based affiliation between Augustana Care and Elim Care, is seeking a Payroll Manager to join our collaborative Finance team at our corporate office in Edina, MN. In this vital role, you will lead and coordinate payroll operations for our organization of 5,000+ employees utilizing UKG payroll software. You’ll supervise and mentor six Payroll Staff employees, ensure compliance with all payroll-related regulations, and play a key role in employee experience and organizational efficiency. This is an exciting opportunity to bring your payroll expertise to a mission-driven organization where you’ll be empowered to innovate, lead, and grow professionally.
Position Type: Full-Time, benefits eligible position.
Wage Range: $90,000 - $115,000 annually depending on experience
Location: 7171 Ohms Lane, Edina, MN 55439. Position will be on-site in Edina, MN for 5 days a week for the first 6 months. After successfully completing duties independently, there is an option to work remotely 2 days a week.
Payroll Manager Responsibilities:
· Manage all aspects of bi-weekly payroll processing for 5,000+ employees across multiple legal entities using UKG payroll software
· Supervise, coach, and evaluate six payroll staff; delegate and prioritize responsibilities for team success
· Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll laws, including tax filings and reconciliations
· Develop and maintain procedures that meet internal/external requirements
· Perform general ledger payroll entries, reconciliations, and year-end processes
· Oversee setup of new companies and organizational structures in the payroll system
· Conduct internal audits, resolve discrepancies, and support audits and testing
· Provide leadership in evaluating payroll policy, software enhancements, and interdepartmental process improvements
· Handle complex payroll inquiries and partner with HR and Finance for issue resolution
Payroll Manager Qualifications:
· Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, or Human Resources (preferred)
· Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) credential (preferred)
· 3–5 years of high-volume, multi-state payroll experience required
· Prior experience supervising payroll teams required
· Proficiency in Excel (VLOOKUPs, Pivot Tables, advanced formulas)
· Familiarity with UKG Pro or similar HCM payroll platforms
· Knowledge of U.S. wage & hour laws, garnishments, and payroll tax compliance
· Strong time management, analytical thinking, and customer service mindset
· Ability to work independently and maintain high accuracy under deadlines
Cassia Benefits:
- Competitive Pay with experience-based raises
- Tuition Assistance & Student Loan Forgiveness (site-specific)
- Paid Time Off (PTO) & 403(b)/401(k) with Employer Match
- Comprehensive Health Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life Insurance) for Full-Time Employees
- Employee Assistance Program with free confidential counseling/coaching for self and family members
- Pet Insurance
About Us:
Cassia is a nonprofit, mission-driven senior care organization with over 200 years of experience. Located in Edina, MN, our home office supports a network of senior living communities and services across Minnesota, North Dakota, Iowa, Colorado, and Florida.
At Cassia we are dedicated to fostering fullness of life for older adults by providing compassionate, high-quality care. Our Service Standards of Respect, Excellence, Integrity, Stewardship, Compassion, Collaboration, Unity, and Innovation are the bedrock of all that we do. We value inclusivity, collaboration, and professional growth, ensuring our employees feel supported in their careers. To learn more, visit our website: https://www.cassialife.org/
Join us and become part of a nonprofit organization that truly makes a difference!
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Cassia is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action & veteran friendly employer.