JOB Manages the payroll processes for the Springfield Public Schools and the City of Springfield. Provides external reporting to state and federal authorities for employees’ gross wages and benefits. Works closely with Human Resources to be certain that employees are paid both timely and accurately. EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
The above position is illustrative of the tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all –inclusive of every task or responsibility. The description does not constitute an employment agreement between the Springfield Public Schools and the employee and is subject to change by the Springfield Public Schools as the needs and requirements of the job change.
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Supervises staff, which includes prioritizing and assigning work; conducting performance evaluations; ensuring staff is trained; ensuring employees follow policies and procedures; maintaining a healthy and safe working environment; and, making hiring, termination, and disciplinary recommendations.
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Directs the activities of the department, which include planning, coordinating, administering, and evaluating programs, projects, processes, procedures, systems, standards, and/or service offerings; ensures compliance with federal, state, and local laws, regulations, codes, and/or standards.
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Provides detailed analysis of employees by non bargaining and bargaining unit for compliance with contracts for rates of pay. Reviews individuals on a regular basis for payroll anomalies.
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Reviews each payroll for City and SPS each week proir to posting from an overall balancing perspective to make sure pay and deduction amounts appear reasonable.
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Provides daily maintenance of the Employee Self Service Module. Reviews and responds appropriately to employee concerns with compensation, profile concerns, and general system access to reduce the number of phone calls for general information.
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Verifies payroll data and submission to MA State Teachers' Retirement System monthly.
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Balances and files Form 941 for the DOR and IRS quarterly, balances and filies Form W2 with employees, DOR and SSA at year end. Balances and files DUA for unemployment data quarterly.
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Performs related duties of a similar nature and level as assigned.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field required.
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Minimum 5 years’ experience in a complex and demanding payroll, accounting, finance, or related environment required with at least two years in a supervisory capacity.
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Springfield Public Schools MA