Payroll Specialist Supervisor

State of Georgia; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Georgia in Atlanta is seeking a Payroll Specialist Supervisor to lead payroll operations across the department. The role requires supervising staff, ensuring accurate payroll processing, and applying GAAP and government guidelines to financial records.

Minimum qualifications include an Associate degree and four years of payroll/accounting experience with supervisory duties, or six years with leadership.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in a related field and four years of payroll/accounting experience, with at least one year in supervision.
• Or six years of payroll/accounting experience with at least one year in supervision.
• Or one year of experience at the lower level Payroll Spec 3.

Responsibilities

• Supervises and plans work of assigned staff.
• Manages payroll operations and related transactions.
• Applies GAAP and state or federal guidelines to payroll records.
• Coordinates with the State Accounting Office Payroll Calendar to meet timelines.
• Performs monthly, quarterly, and annual payroll reports for IRS and GA Department of Revenue.
• Reconciles payroll data including deductions and wires.
• Designs, coordinates, and oversees internal payroll projects.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Payroll operations

GAAP knowledge

Payroll reporting

Education

Associate degree in a related field

Job description

Explore a World of Opportunity with the State of Georgia!We are the force that drives Georgia!Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various agencies and entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's more than 10 million citizens!Join Team Georgia and impact lives everyday while receiving a robust benefits package designed for every stage of your career!Job Title:Payroll Specialist SupervisorAgency:Department of Public SafetyJob Requisition ID:JR0000007276Shift:Not Applicable (United States of America)Compensation Details:$55,000 - $80,000Job Description:Job Vacancy Announcement- Payroll Specialist SupervisorLocation: Atlanta- DPS Headquarters- FinancePaygrade - LJob Code – FIP043Annual Salary: $55,000 - $80,000The Georgia Department of Public Safety (DPS) oversees the day-to-day operation of the Georgia State Patrol (GSP), Capitol Police and the Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Division (CVE). The mission of the Department is to work cooperatively with all levels of government to provide a safe environment for residents and visitors to our state.DPS is currently accepting applications for the rewarding and challenging position of Payroll Specialist Supervisor .Payroll Specialist Supervisor supervises, guides, and/or instructs the work assignments of subordinate staff. Manages payroll operations and related transactions for a department or agency. Supervises and plans work of assigned staff. Administers and interprets policies and government regulations and advises management on law changes or proposed legislation affecting payroll processes.Primary Duties & Responsibilities:Supervises and plans work of assigned staff.Manages payroll operations and related transactionsApplies GAAP, state or federal fiscal guidelines, and agency policies to establish tables/records of payroll transactions, review financial data, and assign entries or apply accounting control measures to proper accountsCoordinates with the State Accounting Office Payroll Calendar to ensure timelines are met for the payroll sectionPerform all monthly, quarterly, and annual reports related to payroll, including those that are due to the Internal Revenue Service and Georgia Department of RevenueManages the recording of financial activity and the reconciliation of employee additions, deletions, and any transactions related to payroll, including deductions and wiresReconciles payroll data and transactions requiring the knowledge of complex rules and regulations and the use of advanced research and/or problem -solving skillsSurveys operations to ascertain payroll needs and to recommend, develop, and maintain solutions to business and financial problems using current computer technologyDesigns, coordinates, and oversees internal projects impacting payroll and deductionsThis is an unclassified position unless filled by a classified employee. Only applicants chosen for interview will be contacted.For more information about this job contact:Human Resources Division404-624-7553 or [e-mail] Qualifications:Associate degree in a related field from an accredited college or university and four (4) years of payroll/accounting job-related experience, which includes one (1) year in a lead worker, team leader, or supervisory role over payroll functions; or six (6) years of payroll/accounting job-related experience, which includes one (1) year experience as a lead worker, team lead, or supervisory role over payroll functions; or one (1) year of experience at the lower level Payroll Spec 3 (FIP042) or position equivalent.Equal Employment Opportunity EmployerThe State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services.Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.