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Huron-Clinton Metroparks (Full-Time) Payroll Specialist/Auditing/Accountant in Brighton, Michigan
BARGAINING UNIT / LEVEL: Professional - Level 10
SALARY RANGE: $90,473 – $101,747annually DOQ
GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: Under the supervision of the Supervisor of Accounting, work activities primarily involve performing independently the functions of the Finance Department which includes maintaining and monitoring an on-premise payroll and time and attendance system; oversight of monthly, quarterly, year-end and audit procedures; providing oversight and ensuring timely and accurate processing of payroll; monitor internal audit functions for cash handling, procedural compliance and verification of assets; preparing records and reports. Position will work independently, exercise judgment and discretion in completion of duties.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES: The list below is intended to describe the general nature of duties only. Employee shall perform other duties as assigned.
Manage and engage in the payroll processing, which involves calculating and recording employee hours, deducting necessary amounts, and generating mandatory reports.
Process periodic tax and payroll withholding payments.
Prepare and process periodic and annual filings, reports and reconciliations including:
Federal and State Payroll Withholding Taxes
Form W-2
Social Security
Labor Department
Census data
UIA
Prepare, submit and reconcile workers compensation payroll annual audit.
Preparation and processing of complex payroll activities including but not limited to:
Bonus calculation
Severance calculation
Other payments through the payroll system as needed
Adjustments for appropriate processing of payments reflecting tax deferrals in accordance with regulations
Working with Chief of Finance and other staff, monitor and perform appropriate internal audit functions including:
Cash handling
Payroll
Inventory (warehouse, sundry, food & beverage product)
Point of Sale Software
Procedural compliance
Verification of fixed assets
May perform inventory reconciliations and assist with annual physical inventory processes.
Assist with preparation and monitoring of wage and fringe benefit budgets and costs.
Assist with general Finance Department routine and special projects as needed.
Analyze and troubleshoot payroll issues, working, as needed, with the Information Technology Department and software product vendors.
Works with IT support for SQL’s.
Maintain confidentiality of personnel, payroll records and reports.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor’s degree with specialization in payroll, accounting or related field. Master’s degree preferred. Applicants with 8 or more years of related service will be given credit toward meeting the minimum educational requirements and will be considered for the position.
Five years of experience in payroll and general accounting or related field.
Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) and/or Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) certification is a plus.
Experience in municipal finance and payroll preferred.
Experience with processing payroll utilizing an on-premise system or cloud-hosted commercial software.
Experience with Kronos and New World ERP payroll module preferred.
Knowledge of the principles, methods and practices of payroll processing & associated required periodic reporting.
Knowledge of the applicable laws and regulations.
Knowledge of modern office management procedures, practices and computer equipment as applied to accounting systems.
Knowledge of typical office applications including Microsoft Office applications.
Ability to assist in planning, organizing, directing and reviewing the work of employees engaged in a variety of finance/accounting activities.
Ability to meet successfully and to establish effective working relationships with co-workers, department heads, other officials and the public.
Ability to gather financial data and express ideas and thoughts clearly verbally and in writing.
May be required to adjust schedule to meet organizational needs, including special events, evenings, weekends & holidays.
Ability to perform essential duties.
TOOLS & EQUIPMENT USED: Computer equipment including servers, personal computer including financial, accounting, payroll, data base, scheduling, publishing, spreadsheet, and word processing software; telephone system; cell phone; calculator, copy & fax machines; phone, radios, automobile.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk, sit, talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to use hands to handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision and the ability to adjust focus. Must occasionally lift up to 25 lbs.
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