Payroll Administrator

Zm has reimagined student transportation, the nation's largest mass transit system. Our integrated end-to-end cloud-based platform provides a modern service for school districts purpose-built around the needs of kids and the expectations of their families. Zm provides one seamless, real-time interface for parents, drivers, schools, districts, administrators, and operators, to transport children safely and with increased visibility and personalized care. Our multi-sized vehicle approach includes an electric vehicle-first commitment, reduces student commute times by up to 20%, and coupled with our marketplace, delivers added fleet efficiency and optimization. We have been driving the industry forward since 2015, and with more than 8 million miles completed to date, we are leading a new era of safe, reliable, efficient, and sustainable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Manage timesheets for union and non-union employees, ensuring accuracy and compliance
• Process a minimum of 60 Driver Bus Reports (DBRs) per District guidelines and meet payroll deadlines
• Work across multiple payroll and timekeeping platforms to ensure accurate record-keeping
• Maintain compliance with district and union payroll policies
• Collaborate with internal teams, including HR, Billing, and Operations, to facilitate payroll processing
• Calculate pay discrepancies, resolve payroll-related inquiries, and ensure adherence to labor contracts
• Support HR with onboarding activities, including documentation collection and payroll system setup
• Maintain strict confidentiality in handling payroll and employee records.
• Ensure payroll adjustments are properly documented and communicated to relevant parties
• Support training initiatives by keeping payroll and trainee databases updated

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; college coursework preferred
• 3-5+ years of experience in a payroll-related role
• Experience in transportation, logistics, or a similar industry preferred
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) or Google Suite (Docs, Sheets, Slides and Gmail) and ability to learn new systems quickly
• Demonstrated ten-key and data entry skills; with the ability to maintain accuracy and speed
• Ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and handle multiple responsibilities effectively
• High attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and payroll processing
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion in handling sensitive information
• Knowledge of union payroll policies and collective bargaining agreements (CBAs) is a plus

$80,000 - $87,000 a year

The targeted base salary range for this role is listed in the compensation section below. Actual salary may be above or below this range based on factors such as location, skills, and relevant experience. In addition, this position may include additional compensation in the form of bonus, equity, or commissions. If you are a full-time salaried or hourly worker, we offer the following benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Holidays, Wellness, Vacation, and more.

Zum Services, Inc. and all its subsidiaries provide 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.