Director of Services I - Payroll Manager - Non-Merit

Baltimore County; Towson (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Baltimore County Government in Towson, MD, seeks an experienced Payroll Manager to lead end-to-end payroll processes and Workday operations for multiple jurisdictions. You will ensure compliance with federal, state and local laws while driving accuracy and efficiency across the team.

The role requires a strong background in payroll management, regulatory knowledge, and excellent communication. Supervisory experience and CPP certification are valued, with opportunities for professional

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferably in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 6 years minimum experience in payroll, plus 2 years supervising staff.
• Strong understanding of payroll processes and regulatory compliance.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the end-to-end payroll process, ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing for all employees.
• Manage payroll operations ensuring compliance with Federal, state and local labor, laws and tax regulations.
• Implement and maintain payroll policies, procedures, and controls to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
• Review and manage the Workday payroll processes, ensuring the processes are up-to-date to ensure accurate and timely payroll processing.
• Coordinate with central and agency HR offices and Finance teams to ensure accurate and timely processing and payroll data.
• Address and resolve payroll discrepancies and issues promptly.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant local, state, and federal regulations related to payroll.
• Prepare and submit or manage the process that all required payroll reports and filings in a timely manner.
• Conduct regular audits/reviews of payroll processes and records to ensure compliance and identify areas for improvement.
• Lead and manage a team of payroll professionals, providing guidance, support, and development opportunities.
• Foster a collaborative and high-performance team environment.
• Conduct regular performance reviews and provide constructive feedback.
• Identify opportunities to improve payroll processes and implement best practices.
• Stay current with industry trends and payroll regulations to ensure compliance and efficiency.
• Participate in cross-functional projects and initiatives to enhance overall payroll operations.

Skills

Payroll management

Leadership

Regulatory compliance

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree (Finance/Accounting/Business Admin or related)

Tools

Workday

Job description

Regular Schedule: 34 hours per week

A Non-Merit vacancy exists in the Office Budget and Finance.

Non-Merit positions are not classified within the Baltimore County Government Classification and Compensation Plan.

A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below.

Current and future vacancies occurring in any Office or Department of Baltimore County General Government may be filled from the list of eligible applicants.

List all promotions and changes in job duties due to reclassification as separate work experiences on your application. Applicants must include the dates of the promotions and reclassifications.

Note: Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application will result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for a position. Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time.

You can attach your transcript(s) or license(s) to your application.

Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.

The (Workday) Payroll Manager will be responsible for managing and processing payroll operations across multiple jurisdictions using the Workday system. This role will ensure that payroll processes are compliant with local regulations, timely, and accurate. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in complex payroll management, strong knowledge of Workday payroll functionality, and excellent leadership and communication skills.

Key Responsibilities:

Payroll Management:

• Oversee the end-to-end payroll process, ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing for all employees.
• Manage payroll operations ensuring compliance with Federal state and local labor, laws and tax regulations.
• Implement and maintain payroll policies, procedures, and controls to ensure accuracy and efficiency.

Workday Payroll Processing:

• Review and manage the Workday payroll processes, ensuring the processes are up-to-date to ensure accurate and timely payroll processing.
• Coordinate with central and agency HR offices and Finance teams to ensure accurate and timely processing and payroll data.
• Address and resolve payroll discrepancies and issues promptly.

Compliance and Reporting:

• Ensure compliance with all relevant local, state, and federal regulations related to payroll.
• Prepare and submit or manage the process that all required payroll reports and filings in a timely manner.
• Conduct regular audits/reviews of payroll processes and records to ensure compliance and identify areas for improvement.

Team Leadership and Development:

• Lead and manage a team of payroll professionals, providing guidance, support, and development opportunities.
• Foster a collaborative and high-performance team environment.
• Conduct regular performance reviews and provide constructive feedback.

Continuous Improvement:

• Identify opportunities to improve payroll processes and implement best practices.
• Stay current with industry trends and payroll regulations to ensure compliance and efficiency.
• Participate in cross-functional projects and initiatives to enhance overall payroll operations.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree preferably in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a Payroll Manager or in a similar role. (6 years minimum AND 2 years as a supervisor of staff)
• Strong understanding of payroll processes, compliance, and regulations.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Preferred qualification:

• Proficient in Workday payroll functionality.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., CPP)

Proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education

Applicants are required to submit proof of licenses, certifications and education beyond high school to meet the required and preferred qualifications of the position. Diplomas or transcripts must show the applicant’s major field of study. Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable.

Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.

Proof of Degree Equivalency

Applicants who have obtained a degree from outside the United States of America are required to submit degree equivalence documentation from World Education Services, Inc. (www.WES.org)

Mail or deliver documents to:
ATTN: Director of Services I/Payroll Manager
Office of Human Resources
Baltimore County Government
308 Allegheny Ave.
Towson, MD 21204

You can attach your transcript(s) or license(s) to your application.

EXAMINATION PROCEDURE

Applicants will be qualified based on an evaluation of their training and experience, as stated on their application, which includes answers to the supplemental questions. Applicants must state the dates and duties of past and present experience clearly and completely for evaluation purposes.

Employment Background Investigation

Applicants selected for an appointment to a position in Baltimore County must successfully complete an employment background investigation, including, but not limited to a criminal background, education, and fingerprint check.