Payroll Manager

The City of Worcester seeks qualified applicants for the position of

Payroll Manager

for the

Treasurer and Collector Department.

Under the direction of the

Deputy Assistant Treasurer

, the position is

responsible for overseeing the execution of key internal control procedures on a timely basis to ensure that City payrolls, withholdings, and reporting are compliant and fully funded. The candidate must have knowledge and competence regarding payroll law to assure the timely, valid, accurate issuance of payroll and withholdings in accordance with State and Federal law. The Payroll Manager is responsible for ensuring that all transactions are processed in accordance with the Treasurer and Collector’s policies and procedures, all transactions are appropriately funded, and are promptly and accurately recorded in the City’s books and records.

The Payroll Manager

oversees payroll operations and the work of one accounting/ payroll staff.

Bilingual candidates encouraged to apply.

ESSENTIAL ELEMENTS:
Direct the work of staff responsible for processing weekly, bi-weekly, semi-monthly, and monthly payroll transactions for employees and retirees of the City
Oversee and direct the analysis and resolution of payroll or withholding inquiries or changes requested by employees, Human Resources, or Innovation & Technology Departments
Oversee and direct the daily funding of all City warrant activity for payroll, payables, and other refund or management funding requests
Prepare and reconcile quarterly forms 941, M-941, 945 and M-945 for Federal and State withholdings compliance
Prepare and reconcile W-2 forms, including review and analysis of tax compliance and withholdings
Partner with departmental payroll managers, Human Resources, and Auditing employees to ensure all non-salary compensation payments are paid accurately and in accordance with federal and state regulations
Work with payroll team members and managers to ensure stop payments, reversals, and wage repayments are done properly and timely
Assure that all compliance related deliverables are filed timely and accurately with regulating authorities
The City of Worcester seeks qualified applicants for the position of

Payroll Manager

for the

Treasurer and Collector Department.

Under the direction of the

Deputy Assistant Treasurer

, the position is

responsible for overseeing the execution of key internal control procedures on a timely basis to ensure that City payrolls, withholdings, and reporting are compliant and fully funded. The candidate must have knowledge and competence regarding payroll law to assure the timely, valid, accurate issuance of payroll and withholdings in accordance with State and Federal law. The Payroll Manager is responsible for ensuring that all transactions are processed in accordance with the Treasurer and Collector’s policies and procedures, all transactions are appropriately funded, and are promptly and accurately recorded in the City’s books and records.

The Payroll Manager

oversees payroll operations and the work of one accounting/ payroll staff.

Bilingual candidates encouraged to apply.

ESSENTIAL ELEMENTS:
Direct the work of staff responsible for processing weekly, bi-weekly, semi-monthly, and monthly payroll transactions for employees and retirees of the City
Oversee and direct the analysis and resolution of payroll or withholding inquiries or changes requested by employees, Human Resources, or Innovation & Technology Departments
Oversee and direct the daily funding of all City warrant activity for payroll, payables, and other refund or management funding requests
Prepare and reconcile quarterly forms 941, M-941, 945 and M-945 for Federal and State withholdings compliance
Prepare and reconcile W-2 forms, including review and analysis of tax compliance and withholdings
Partner with departmental payroll managers, Human Resources, and Auditing employees to ensure all non-salary compensation payments are paid accurately and in accordance with federal and state regulations
Work with payroll team members and managers to ensure stop payments, reversals, and wage repayments are done properly and timely
Assure that all compliance related deliverables are filed timely and accurately with regulating authorities
SECONDARY ELEMENTS:

Assist with Treasurer and Collector financial tasks as assigned.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Competence in payroll taxation and laws
Supervisory experience in taxation and payroll
Experience with robust, high transaction volume financial systems and ledgers
Computer proficiency, include Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel
Ability to work independently, consistently, and reliably to meet established deadlines
Ability to perform under pressure and in a fast-paced environment
Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with other employees
Ability to read and interpret laws, policies, regulations, and procedures
Strong analytical and organizational skills, accuracy, and detail orientation
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Taxation, Business/Public Administration, or related field OR;

An equivalent combination of education & experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the required duties of the position will be considered in lieu of the above-mentioned requirements.

Experience with payroll or finance
Supervisory experience
Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
Experience with analyzing and reconciling financial data
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Certified Payroll Professional (CPP), or other accounting and/or tax related certification
Three (3) years of payroll supervisory experience
Experience with Workday or similar cloud-based payroll management system.
Two (2) years of experience with account reconciliation
Municipal experience
SALARY RANGE:

$75,721- $87,451 annually,

exempt, full-time, with an excellent benefits package.

To apply, please visit:

www.worcesterma.gov/employment

or

send resume and cover letter on or before

FRIDAY, JUNE 21, 2024,

to: City of Worcester, 455 Main Street, Room 109, Worcester, MA 01608.

Preference is given to Worcester residents.

The City of Worcester is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

Direct inquiries to: City Hall, Human Resources, Room 109, 508-799-1030,

[email protected]

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