Director of Payroll

General Definition of Work The director of payroll, under limited supervision, performs senior level work with considerable decision-making discretion overseeing key payroll management duties, such as auditing the monthly payroll processes, ensuring the accuracy of each payroll cycle, calculating back payments and pay adjustments. This position will work closely with department administration to ensure that the payroll processes are accurate, efficient, and compliant with required regulations. Employee performs complex and supervisory work to carry out Board of Education policies and procedures related to payroll systems under the direction of the Assistant Finance Officer of Workforce Management & Payroll. Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Salary/Status Pay Grade 10/Full-time, 12 months Reports To Assistant Finance Officer of Workforce Management & Payroll Place of Work The normal place of work is on the premises used by Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools. Charlotte- Mecklenburg Schools reserves the right to require you to work at such other place(s) as it may reasonably require from time to time. Essential Functions Adhere to all state, federal, and local laws, policies, and proceduresLead, manage, supervise, and evaluate assigned staff/programsInvestigate, analyze, and formulate methods for handling special projects/reportsAudit data integrity between HRIS and other payroll softwareOversee the day-to-day systems operations of the payroll department in collaboration with compensation departmentOversee payroll processes including new employee set-up, employee changes, terminations, timesheet entries/monitoring, balancing, and finalizing payrollProcess and administer electronic direct depositsProcess and audit automated absence reportingResponsible for the daily maintenance of the school payroll accounting systemAssist in supervision of daily Finance Department activities, monitors complianceManage voluntary and involuntary employee deductionsManage the Orbit Retirement System ReportingProcess garnishments in compliance with state and federal lawsOversee external/departmental auditsOversee and manage position allotments to include verification and tracking in collaboration with the human resources departmentCollaborate, develop, and implement payroll systems policies and programsFacilitate staff meetings and attend other related meetings as needed/requiredComplete local, state, or federal surveys and reports accurately and promptlyFacilitate/participate in professional development workshops and leadership trainingCreate an inclusive environment with positive communication/public relationsPerform related work as assigned or required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities Comprehensive in-depth knowledge and understanding of the principles, practices, and procedures of public school system financial policiesComprehensive knowledge of federal, state, and local regulatory requirements applicable to school system financesKnowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and principles of public administration, particularly as they relate to units of local governmentKnowledge of State statutes, policies, and regulations regarding financial transactions and of federal laws and rules impacting financial operationsSkilled in technology with demonstrated ability to use spreadsheet software and word processing softwareAbility to use computer-based financial software packages to include experience with database search and retrieval both through query functions and typical web-based reporting in order to answer questions or to detect errorsAbility to maintain professional and emotional control under stressAbility to reflect appropriate response to situations, while maintaining a professional and personal demeanorAbility to learn and use specialized tools, equipment or software related to business needsAbility to develop and monitor a budgetAbility to direct and evaluate the work of othersAbility to implement local, state, and federal rules, guidelines, and procedures into daily business operationsAbility to communicate effectivelyAbility to reason, make judgments, and maintain effective working relationshipsAbility to employ positive communication skills in all settings/mediumsAbility to problem-solve utilizing sound judgmentAbility to maintain confidentiality regarding school system businessAbility to take initiative, work independently, and exercise sound judgementAbility to develop related charts, graphs, reports, and records pertaining to school planning and strategyAbility to conceptualize, initiate, monitor, and evaluate new and/or current programsDemonstrated ability to perform detailed work, planning, risk assessments, and associated risk mitigation actionsDemonstrated ability to work effectively in a deadline-driven, rapidly changing team environment Education and Experience Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business, or related field requiredMinimum of five (5) years' experience in payroll preferredEquivalent combination of experience and education Special Requirements Possess and maintain a valid Driver's License or ability to provide own transportationTravel to school district buildings and professional meetings