Payroll Manager - Finance, Town of Mount Pleasant
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 and updated to include current payroll related tax rates, calendar dates, accrual rates and overtime rules. Provide PR support to departments by answering questions and requests about payroll processes, the timekeeping software and payroll accounting software. Partner with the HR Division in aligning and maintaining a reliable payroll and benefits system. Prepare relevant weekly, monthly, quarterly and year-end reports (941s, W2s, State Reporting etc.). Maintain power user role for the payroll software Perform other related as assigned.
Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting or closely related field and 5 years of experience in payroll, including 2 years of supervisory experience. Or equivalent combination of education and experience. Preferred Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) Preferred Dayforce Ceridian experience
Skill in the use of analytics, problem solving, data processing, and communication; Skill in the use of personal computers and office software; Ability to handle problems and emergencies effectively; Ability to maintain confidential information; Ability to maintain, manage, and organize records; Ability to establish and maintain cooperative relationships with town officials and governmental representatives.
The work environment involves everyday discomforts typical of offices, with occasional exposure to outside elements. Noise or physical surroundings may be distracting, but conditions are generally not unpleasant.
Please visit the Town of Mount Pleasant Human Resources at https://www.tompsc.com/124/Human-Resources-Office.