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Payroll Manager, Town of Mount Pleasant

Job Category
Finance
Employee Status
Full Time
Position Hours
8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday - Friday
Job Duties

The Payroll Manager is responsible for the management, coordination and direction of payroll in the Finance Division.

Maintain payroll compliance with federal, state, and local legal requirements by studying existing and new legislation; enforcing adherence to requirements; and advising management on needed actions. Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; and participating in professional societies. Supervise, monitor, assist, train and evaluate payroll technicians. Process bi-weekly, monthly, and off cycle employee payroll payments in an accurate, compliant and timely manner.

Calculate and deduct appropriate amounts from payroll checks. Verify all overtime hours with the appropriate management personnel prior to issuing payroll checks. Verify payroll liabilities by reviewing the calculation of employee federal and state income and social security taxes, state retirement contributions, and employer's social security and state contributions. Maintain general ledger regarding payroll transactions. Oversee internal payroll and accounting audits on a semi-annual basis. Ensure the timekeeping and payroll software is set up, updated and current

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting or closely related field and 5 years of experience in payroll, including two years of supervisory experience. Or equivalent combination of education and experience. Preferred Certified Payroll Professional (CPP). Preferred Dayforce Ceridian experience.

Pay Info
$68,523 - $85,663.50 annually
How to Apply

Please visit Town of Mount Pleasant Human Resources www.tompsc.com.

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Equal Opportunity Employer
The Town of Mount Pleasant is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It administers hiring, conditions of employment, compensation, training, classification, promotions, transfers, discipline, and other aspects of employment without discrimination based on race, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. The Town also prohibits retaliation against employees who have reported discrimination. If employees believe they have been discriminated against in violation of this policy, they should immediately contact their Department Manager or the Human Resource Director or go directly to the Town Administrator.